Baladeva

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Baladeva is a deity whose devotees are mentioned in the Buddhist Pali canon and the Ghata-Jâtaka. The inclusion of Baladeva in ancient Buddhist and Jaina literature suggests the deity's importance in the religious landscape of ancient India.

When

First attested: 400 BCE
Attested period: -400 – -200
Historical notes: Mentioned in Buddhist Pali canon and Ghata-Jâtaka alongside Vāsudeva, indicating presence in ancient Indian religious traditions.

Relationships

co occurs with: Krishna, Hēraklēs, Vāsudeva, Ghora

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Mentioned by

Krishna
Hēraklēs
Vāsudeva
Ghora

Sources

wikipedia (1)

Krishna

Source passages

“The Buddhist Pali canon and the Ghata-Jâtaka (No. 454) polemically mention the devotees of Vâsudeva and Baladeva.”
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