Vibhuti Yoga

Hindi

रुद्र महादेवता ब्रह्मा के मानस-पुत्र हैं।^1

English

Rudra, whose name translates to "Howler" in Sanskrit, was initially a lesser-known deity in the Vedic tradition. Over time, Rudra became identified with Shiva who is also called "Shankara", a prominent deity in later Hinduism. Shiva or Shankara is considered one of the principal deities in the Hindu Trinity alongside Brahmā and Bhagawān Vishnu. The Rudras are traditionally seen as a group of eleven gods and are often associated with storm-related attributes in Hindu tradition. Yakshas are a class of nature spirits known for their generally benevolent nature, though they can also be mischievous, sexually rapacious, or dangerous at times. They act as custodians of treasures hidden in the earth and tree roots, possessing powerful magical abilities and the ability to change forms. Among the Yakshas, Kubera stands out as a principal figure. Kubera is the king of the Yakshas (nature spirits) and the deity of wealth in Hindu lore. He is closely linked with hidden treasures like minerals and jewels, and prosperity in general. Traditionally, Kubera resided in Lankā (Sri Lankā), but his palace was usurped by his half-brother, Rāvana, a Rākshasa. Consequently, he now resides in a magnificent mountain abode near the earthly abode of the Bhagawān Shiva on Mount Kailāsa, attended by various demigods. Rākshasas are a type of demon or goblin known for their shape-shifting abilities. They can take on the form of animals, monsters, or even beautiful women in the case of female demons. It's important to note that not all Rakshasas are uniformly evil; some exhibit traits more akin to nature spirits known as Yakshas, while others resemble Asuras, who are traditional adversaries of the gods. Vasus are deities of material elements. They are said to be eight in number. Their names are—Dyaus (sky), Prithvi (earth), Vayu (wind), Agni (fire), Nakshatra (stars), Varuna (water), Surya (sun), Chandra (moon). Agni is the fire-god of Hinduism, second only to Indra in ancient Vedic lore in India. He embodies the fire of the sun, lightning, as well as the fire present in both domestic and sacrificial hearths. As the divine representation of sacrificial fire, Agni serves as the mouth of the gods, carrying human offerings to them. Mount Meru, in Hindu tradition, is a golden mountain considered to be the axis of the world. It is believed to be the abode of gods, and its foothills are represented by the Himalayas. To the south of Mount Meru extends Bhāratavarṣa, also known as the "Land of the Sons of Bharata," which is the ancient name for India. The roof tower crowning the shrine in a Hindu temple symbolizes Mount Meru.