Kalagni Rudra
deity intermediate Shaivism single tradition · 1
Kalagni Rudra is the fiery avatar of Shiva in Shaivism, representing the destructive aspect of time and death. One of the manifestations through which Kala appears in Shaivite tradition.
When
- First attested
- 500 BCE
- Attested period
- -500 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Shaivite form attested in post-Vedic Hindu traditions as a fierce avatar of Shiva.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Yama, Narasimha, Kala Bhairava
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“In Shaivism, Kala is known as the fiery avatar of Shiva, Kala Bhairava or Kalagni Rudra”
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