Demigods
Demigods: 1 definition
Introduction
Introduction:
Demigods means something in Hinduism , Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Source : Pure Bhakti: Bhagavad-gita (4th edition) Demigods (देमिगोद्स्) refers to “(1) Celestial deities (2) Godly beings situated in the higher planets who are endowed with great piety and who have tremendous life spans and whose mental and physical prowess is superior to humans. They are entrusted with specific powers for the purpose of universal administration”. ( cf . Glossary page from Śrīmad-Bhagavad-Gītā ).
context information
Vaishnava (वैष्णव, vaiṣṇava) or vaishnavism (vaiṣṇavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu’).
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Full-text ( +97 ): Yaksha , Kubera , Guhyaka , Agnishvatta , Gandhabba , Purusha-sukta , Vikshinaka , Deva , Vasu , Ashvinikumaras , Rudrabali , Devarshi , Vishvedeva , Devesha , Mandaracala , Somarasa , Amaradri , Ekadasharudra , Ashvavaktra , Vishvakarma .
Item last updated: 09 May, 2020