Mitra–Varuṇa
deity sky Rigveda single tradition · 1
Mitra–Varuṇa preside over moral and cosmic law, and are associated with ritual, rain, and natural cycles. They are described as youthful monarchs clad in glistening garments, residing in a golden palace with a thousand pillars and gates. They are lords of rivers, rain, and heavenly order, sending dew and bountiful waters, and punishing falsehood with disease.
When
- Attested period
- -1500 – 2020
Relationships
- syncretized with
- Rudra-Shiva
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Mitra–Varuṇa, appearing prominently in the Rigveda. Together, they preside over moral and cosmic law, and are associated with ritual, rain, and natural cycles. Both deities are referred to as Asuras (e.g., RV 5.63.3), though also addressed as Devas”
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