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Maruts

मरुत्
Also known as: Rudrās, Ganās

About

Storm deities, sons of Rudra. They accompany Indra in battle, bringing storms, rain, and thunder. Represent the fierce, purifying forces of nature. Usually depicted in groups of 27, 49, or 180.

Attributes

StormsRainThunderFiercenessYouth

Symbols

LightningChariotSpearsGolden armor
Consort
Rodasi
Vahana (Mount)
Chariots drawn by deer or horses

Associated Mantras

Om Marudbhyaḥ namaḥ
Marut Suktam

Scriptures

RigvedaYajurveda

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India (Vedic worship)

Iconography

Youthful warriors in golden armor with lightning bolts. Each rides a chariot drawn by deer. Often depicted in groups, roaring and laughing.