वायु
Vayu
God of Wind
Sacred Stories
Divine tales and sacred legends
Father of Hanuman
Vayu is the divine father of Hanuman, born when Anjana received his blessings. Vayu blessed his son with incredible strength, the ability to fly, and immortality, making Hanuman one of the most powerful beings in existence.
Father of Bhima
Vayu also fathered Bhima, the mighty Pandava warrior. Like Hanuman, Bhima possessed immense physical strength and was known for his voracious appetite and fearless nature in battle.
The Breath of Life
As the lord of wind and breath, Vayu is essential for all life. He carries the vital life force (prana) to all beings and is present in every living thing through the act of breathing, making him one of the most fundamental forces of existence.
Timeline of Events
Lord of Life Force
Became the carrier of prana for all beings
Birth of Hanuman
Blessed Anjana with the mighty Hanuman
Birth of Bhima
Fathered the strongest Pandava warrior
Sacred Iconography
Understanding the divine symbols and their meanings
Deer Vehicle
Swift deer or antelope as mount
Speed of wind, grace, ability to reach everywhere
Flag
Banner or standard
Direction of wind, carrier of scents and messages
White Complexion
Brilliant white or transparent form
Purity of air, invisible yet omnipresent
Multiple Arms
Many arms in different directions
Wind blowing in all directions, omnipresence
Sacred Temples
Holy places of worship and pilgrimage
Hanuman Temples
Throughout India
Son of Vayu worshipped widely
Kalaburagi Temple
Karnataka
Ancient Vayu temple
Festivals & Celebrations
Sacred Mantras
Powerful chants to invoke divine blessings
ॐ वायवे नमः
Om Vaayave Namah
"Salutations to Lord Vayu"
Benefits: Respiratory health, vitality, energy
वायुर्वै प्रथमा देवता। वायुर्वा एषां सर्वेषां देवतानां आधारः॥
Vaayurvai Prathamaa Devataa, Vaayurva Eshaam Sarveshaam Devataanaam Aadhaara
"Vayu is the first deity, Vayu is the foundation of all gods"
Benefits: Life force, breath control, strength
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