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Khatu Shyam

खाटू श्याम
Also known as: Khaṭū Śyām, Barbarīka, Shyam Baba, Rajasthan Deity

About

The presiding deity of the Khatu Shyam Temple in Rajasthan. Considered an incarnation of Barbarika, the grandson of Bhima from the Mahabharata. Blessed by Krishna with the boon that he would be worshipped in Kali Yuga. Represents sacrifice, devotion, and the fulfillment of devotees' wishes.

Attributes

SacrificeDevotionWish fulfillmentRajasthan deityBarbarika

Symbols

Three arrowsBlue complexionHorseKhatu temple
Vahana (Mount)
Horse

Associated Mantras

Om Śyām Namaḥ
Khatu Shyam Stotram
Barbarika Stotram

Festivals

Khatu Shyam FairPhalgun MelaShyam Baba Jayanti

Scriptures

MahabharataKhatu Shyam legendFolk traditions

Regions Worshipped

RajasthanHaryanaUttar PradeshDelhiMadhya Pradesh

Iconography

Depicted as a warrior on horseback with three arrows. Dark or blue complexion. Often shown with a peacock feather crown. Fierce yet benevolent expression.