The celestial sage who travels across the three worlds. Known for his role as a messenger, storyteller, and instigator of events. Creator of the veena (musical instrument). Author of the Narada Bhakti Sutras. Son of Brahma.
Depicted as a sage with a beard, holding a veena (musical instrument). Often shown with a staff and japa mala. Traveling in the sky or among the gods. Joyful, mischievous expression.