Learning
Deity Encyclopedia
An encyclopedia of Sanatan deities — Vishnu, Shiva, Devi, Ganesha, Hanuman, Surya, Skanda and more — with iconography, mantras, stories and sampradaya perspectives.
Live now
#deities
Brahma
ब्रह्मा
Domain
Creator of the universe
Consort
Saraswati
Vehicle
Hamsa (swan)
Attributes
Kamandalu, akshamala
Primary scripture
Puranas
Primary mantra
ॐ ब्रह्मणे नमः
The first of the Trimurti; source of the Vedas.
How to use
Step by step
- 1Search or browse by pantheon.
- 2Read iconography, avatars and stories.
- 3Explore mantras and stotras.
- 4Cross-reference related deities.
Benefits
Why devotees love this
- Deep, not surface-level.
- Iconography explained (weapons, mudras, vehicles).
- Sampradaya-neutral.
- Cross-links to mantras and temples.
Common use cases
When people use Deity Encyclopedia
- 1Learning about a new deity.
- 2Research for art, writing or teaching.
- 3Understanding your family's ishta-devata.
- 4Kids' curiosity questions.
Common mistakes
Avoid these
- Reading only the story without symbolism — deities encode subtle meaning.
Accuracy
Independently validated
Entries cross-verified with Purana and Agama references.
Privacy
Your data stays with you
Bookmarks on device.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes — Ayyappa, Vitthal, Jagannath, Kartikeya and more.
Related
More in Learning
Hand-picked tools you'll enjoy next.
Deity of the Day
Live
A rotating deity each day — with mantra and significance.
Names by Deity
Live
Names inspired by Shiva, Vishnu, Devi, Ganesha and more.
Mantra Library
Live
A curated library of 30+ mantras with Devanagari, IAST and meaning.
Temple Directory
Live
Searchable directory of 25+ major temples across India.
Weekly Dharma Digest
Panchang, festivals & shastra — every Sunday
Curated by our editors. One email a week. Unsubscribe anytime.
Related Articles