Every Hindu God Explained

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[nerdrobot]

Hindu literature references millions of gods and goddesses. Of these, 60 are commonly known. However, due to time constraints in this video, I can't cover them all. If there's interest, I will create a Part 2 to continue the discussion.

[ancydrox]

As a Nepalese Hindu I only recognized about 60-70% of what was mentioned above about our Gods and Goddesses. Hinduism is so vast and profound that one might take his whole life to understand it. 🙏🕉️🛕

[evi_]

Love from a proud hindu 🕉
From Mauritius 🇲🇺❤

[Beinghumankush]

Let me start with a story:

Akbar said to Birbal, we Muslims have Allah, Christians have Christ, Buddhists have Buddha. But you Hindus worship so many God's. Why is it so?

Birbal said: God is one but his names are many.

Akbar: How is it possible?

Birbal summoned a servent who was wearing a “Turban”. He pointed to it and said: “what is that?”

Servent said: A turban.

Birbal: Untie it, roll it and tie it to your waist.

When he had done so, Birbal askes, “what is that?”

Servent answered: A Kamarbandh (waist belt).

Birbal turning to Akbar: you have seen how the same cloth acquires different names when performing different functions. So also water can be a cloud when in sky, it is rain when it falls to earth, it is river when it flows, and ice when it freezes.

Hindus are monotheists. There are not many Gods in Hinduism. There is one God who has many names and forms. I can give you one example, a mother can be mother to her child but she is a wife of your father, she is a daughter of your grandparents, sister of her brother and sister, mother in law of your wife or husband etc.. so all these members of your family will call her in different names e.g. MAA(mother), Didi (elder sister), Masi(Aunty), Bahu(daughter in law) etc.

When she loves you or comfort you her form is very calm and loving, when she is angry with you her face shows anger like “Kaali”(goddess), when she gives you money she is worshipped as “Laxmi”(goddess), when you want to worship her to give you knowledge and skills, you worship as “Saraswati”(goddess).

We Hindus see God everywhere even in mosque that is why we go to “Dargah”(shrine)

[tandysaysyoucandoanything]

I’m Christian but love my Hindu brothers and sisters. I want to understand all the religions of the world. Sending peace, love and light ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[purbasha]

Hindu literature references 33 types of gods .
8 are Basu
11 are Rudra
12 are Aditya
And the other 2 are called by AswainiKumar .

[PriyanUmashangar-bpyc]

As a Sri Lankan and Hindu person I love this😊

[MrVoice-xmps]

I'm an Atheist, but I respect People of all Faiths and Beliefs! I've always been fascinated with Hinduism and its many deities! The Ramayana is one of my favorites and Ganesha is one of my favorite Gods!

[priyashmukherjee]

Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions, and it has a rich and diverse pantheon of gods and goddesses. It's important to note that Hinduism is not a monolithic religion; it encompasses a wide range of beliefs, practices, and traditions. As a result, the number and nature of Hindu gods can vary depending on regional and individual beliefs. Here is an overview of some of the most prominent Hindu gods and goddesses:

Brahma: Brahma is often regarded as the creator god in Hinduism. He is said to have created the universe and all living beings.

Vishnu: Vishnu is one of the principal deities in Hinduism. He is known as the preserver and protector of the universe. Vishnu is believed to incarnate on Earth in various forms, known as avatars, to restore cosmic order. Some of his famous avatars include Rama and Krishna.

Shiva: Shiva is the god of destruction and transformation. He is often depicted as a meditating ascetic, and he is associated with both the destruction of the old to make way for the new and the cyclical nature of existence.

Durga: Durga is a powerful goddess who symbolizes the divine feminine. She is often depicted riding a lion and is known for her role in slaying the demon Mahishasura, representing the triumph of good over evil.

Lakshmi: Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. She is often worshiped to bring about financial and material success.

Saraswati: Saraswati is the goddess of knowledge, arts, music, and wisdom. She is usually depicted playing the veena (a musical instrument) and is revered by students and scholars.

Ganesha: Ganesha is one of the most widely worshiped deities in Hinduism. He is known as the remover of obstacles and is often invoked at the beginning of new endeavors. Ganesha is easily recognizable by his elephant head.

Hanuman: Hanuman is a monkey deity and a devotee of Lord Rama. He is known for his incredible strength, loyalty, and devotion.

Kali: Kali is a fierce goddess associated with destruction and time. She is often depicted with a dark complexion and is a symbol of the raw power of the divine feminine.

Krishna: Lord Krishna is a highly revered deity known for his teachings in the Bhagavad Gita and his role in the epic Mahabharata. He is often depicted as a charming and playful young man.

Rama: Rama is a prince and the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. His life story, as told in the Ramayana, is a source of moral and ethical guidance for many Hindus.

Surya: Surya is the sun god and is worshiped for the light and energy he provides to the world.

Indra: Indra is the king of the heavens and the god of rain and thunderstorms. He is a prominent deity in ancient Hindu texts.

Yama: Yama is the god of death and the lord of dharma (righteousness). He is responsible for judging souls after death.

Varuna: Varuna is a god associated with the cosmic order and the oceans. He is also a deity of justice and morality.

[yashraj]

you vide was great

but I would like to add some points
we as a Hindu have two major trinity group male and female
male one consist of lord ( BHARMA, VISHNU & SHIVA)
female one consist of goddess( SARASWATI, LAKSHMI & PARWATI)
ALL 6 of them are most important and respectful and most powerful deities of Hinduism and respectfully are each others husband and wife.

And durga, annapurna, kali and sati are different avatars of goddess Parvati so IF YOU ARE PRAYING TO PARVATI THEN YOU ARE PRAYING TO ALL OF THEM.

and so RADHA IS AN AVATAR OF GODDESS LAKSHMI & BHAMRI IS AVATAR OF GODDESS SARASWATI.

Ganesh, Kartikey & Mansa are siblings.
Sashthi or (devsena) is wife of Kartekye and daughter of Lord INDRA.
and also swaha and agni are husban and wife.

[IM_Nothing]

I m a Indian Hindu🕉🙏🏻. Ànd i dont even know about some my Gods only which u have shown to us wtf. 😢 because we r so diverse. I need to understand them all🚩❤. Om Namah Shivay

[mytamilworldroblox]

Fun fact : Kartikeya has many names in India, In South India he’s mostly named as „Murugan“ or „Skanda“

[Priyanka_]

Brahma's face's numbers are based on which universe we live in. . There are billions of universes! . And the face's of brahma are from 3 to billions
Hinduism talks about multiverse. .

[Pageant_utopia]

One more thing mariamman is actually the Tamil manifestation of aadishakti. So it is not applicable for every Hindu
Aadi Shakti is worshipped in the form of mariamman by mainly Tamil Hindus.

[ShinjiIkari]

Notice how Hinduism is the only religion that has BOTH male & female gods respected equally.

[pnkcnlng]

I became a Christian, and I think it's the right choice. In the comment I wrote that I was a hindu and I actually was, but now I am an orthodox christian and it is the best choice ever. No hate towards Hinduism, but I think Jesus is the answer to all the problems. Still loving Hindus and India!

[OmieDomie]

Brahmā always has 4 heads and it's usually not visible for being in the backside. He is not old. His white hair signifies knowledge though he is not old.
Viṣṇu is not blue, he's black in skin tone.
Dhātā is barely known by anyone in our current age and is much less popular.
Sūrya's iconography shown here is actually the form of Kārttikēya.
Bhūmi's iconography shown here is of a certain aspect of Lakṣmī known as "Gṛha Lakṣmī". This form is not of Bhūmi.
Varuṇa was never king of the gods and the iconography shown here is of his Āditya form in which he is blue, not fair skinned. In general, he is also depicted to be yellow in color.
Vāyu is not green in skin, nor is he grumpy. He is fair in color.
Ṣaṣṭhī's iconography shown here is actually of a manifestation of Lakṣmī known as "Santāna Lakṣmī".

[aggggggg]

I am a Muslim but respect all Hindu brothers ❤
Im sorry for getting so much hate from Muslims

[viviul]

Goddess Durga is also supreme deity
She is worshipped supreme in shaktism
Like lord Vishnu in Vaishnavism
And lord Shiva in shaivism

[SobekAmun]

I'm a kemetist (i practice Ancient Egyptian religion), i worship God Sobek, the great crocodile god. Although I have a favorite God in hindu religion/pantheon which is Ganesha :).