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Rudra

Rudra

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A god who controls storms and wild nature and is seen as an early form of Shiva
  • proper noun
  • Literature
: Rudra
  • In Hindu mythology, Rudra is revered as the deity who controls storms and nature.

Examples

  • The Rig Veda contains numerous hymns dedicated to Rudra, celebrating his powers.

  • It is found in the Rig Veda and is also known as the Rudra Mantra.

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  • I will keep the most somnolent awake and invoke Rudra the howler with his toxic arrows.

  • Devotees often chant prayers to Rudra during rituals to seek his protection and blessings.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Rudra comes from the old Sanskrit root rud- meaning 'to roar' or 'to cry out'. A helpful way to remember it is to think of thunder's sound as 'the roarer', which explains why Rudra is a fierce storm god and later linked with Shiva.