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Indra
इन्द्र
The king of the gods and lord of storms, wielder of the thunderbolt
Indra is the king of the devas (gods) and lord of Svarga (heaven) in Vedic religion. He wields the vajra (thunderbolt) and is the god of rain, lightning, and storms. He is the most mentioned deity in the Rigveda, celebrated for slaying the dragon Vritra to release the cosmic waters. Over time, as the Puranic tradition rose, his role diminished and he became known for his pride and weaknesses. Krishna famously defeated Indra when he stopped the Govardhan Puja worship of Indra and the rains failed to harm Vrindavan.
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The next time it rains, step outside and feel it. Indra's gift is abundance from the sky — the rain that feeds all life. Simply receive it with gratitude.
Best during the monsoon season — Indra's domain.
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MyBrahman is free and ad-free for everyone. If it has given you something, dāna keeps the lamp lit.
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