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Rudra

रुद्र
Also known as: Śarva, Bhava, Paśupati, Tryambaka

About

The fierce Vedic deity, precursor to Shiva. Associated with storms, hunting, healing, and the wild. Lord of cattle and protector of the vulnerable.

Attributes

FiercenessHealingWildnessProtection

Symbols

BowArrowAnimal skinRudraksha
Consort
Rudrani

Associated Mantras

Om Rudrāya namaḥ
Śrī Rudram (Rudrapraśna)

Scriptures

RigvedaYajurvedaPuranas

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India

Iconography

Fierce form with matted hair, holding bow. Often depicted surrounded by animals.