Vidyadhara

This article is about the concept in Hinduism and Jainism. For esoteric knowledge holder in Buddhism, see Vidyadhara (Buddhism).

A Vidyadhara couple. Sondani, circa 525 CE.

Vidyadhara(s) (Sanskrit Vidyādhara, meaning "wisdom-holders") are a group of supernatural beings in Indian religions who possess magical powers.[1] In Hinduism, they also attend Shiva, who lives in the Himalayas.[2] They are considered Upadevas, or demi-gods.[3]

  1. ^ Dalal, Roshen (2010), Hinduism: An Alphabetical Guide, India: Penguin Books, p. 338, ISBN 9780143414216
  2. ^ Monier Williams Sanskrit-English Dictionary (2008 revision): Vidyadhara
  3. ^ Cite error: The named reference Mani was invoked but never defined (see the help page).