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Vishnu Form · Personified Discus

Sudarshana

सुदर्शन
Also known as: Sudarśana Cakra, Cakkarattāḻvār

About

Personified form of Vishnu's discus weapon (Sudarshana Chakra). Worshipped as a fierce protective deity. Represents the divine power that destroys evil and protects devotees.

Attributes

ProtectionDestruction of evilDivine weaponDiscus

Symbols

DiscusFireSix-spoked wheel

Associated Mantras

Om Sudarśanāya namaḥ
Sudarshana Gayatri
Sudarshana Kavacham

Scriptures

PuranasPancharatra Agamas

Regions Worshipped

South IndiaKeralaTamil Nadu

Iconography

Fierce form with sixteen arms holding various weapons. Surrounded by fire. Six-spoked wheel in center. Often depicted in a circle of flames.