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Mallari

मल्लारि
Also known as: Mallāri, Mallari Deva

About

The form of Shiva who killed the demon Malla. Popular in Maharashtra, particularly at the Mallari temple in Sholapur. Represents Shiva as a warrior and demon-slayer.

Attributes

Demon slayerWarriorProtector

Symbols

BowArrowHorse
Vahana (Mount)
Horse

Associated Mantras

Om Mallāraye namaḥ

Festivals

Mallari Jatra

Scriptures

PuranasRegional traditions

Regions Worshipped

MaharashtraKarnataka

Iconography

Warrior form on horse. Four arms holding bow, arrow, trishula, and damaru. Fierce expression.