Aha
deity sky Hindu single tradition · 1
Aha is one of the eight Vasus mentioned in earlier Hindu texts such as the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad and Shatapatha Brahmana. In most later texts, Aha is replaced by Āpa (water), with Dhruva seemingly taking over Aha's role.
When
- First attested
- 800 BCE
- Attested period
- -800 – 500
- Historical notes
- Named as one of the eight Vasus in earlier Vedic texts but later replaced by Āpa in most traditions.
Relationships
- aspect of
- Vasus
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Dhruva seemingly taking over Aha's role when Aha is replaced by Āpa.”
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