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Marut

Marut

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A storm god in Hindu stories who is a son of the god Rudra
  • noun
  • Literature
: Marut
  • The Maruts are known for their fierce storms.

Examples

  • The Rigveda describes the Maruts as powerful storm deities who brought rain and thunder.

  • Worship of the Maruts was prominent in ancient Indian rituals for rain and fertility.

  • In Hindu mythology, the Maruts are considered the sons of Rudra and attendants of Indra.

  • In Hindu texts, Marut is often depicted as powerful.

  • In Hindu mythology, the Marut are depicted as powerful storm gods associated with thunder and lightning.

  • The Marut are often invoked in prayers for rain and protective blessings in Hindu rituals.

  • According to the ancient texts, the Marut play a vital role in the cosmic order, controlling the storms and elements.

Surface Forms

Marut singular
Maruts plural

Etymology

The word Marut comes from Sanskrit and means 'wind' or 'storm', and it was the name for a group of storm gods who were said to be the sons of Rudra. So, Marut reminds you of strong winds, thunder, and rain, which is why it refers to those storm gods.