
Parjanya
The Vedic deity of rain and thunderstorms.

The Vedic deity of rain and thunderstorms.

The goddess of love, fertility and devotion, consort of Shiva, mother of Ganesha and Kartikeya.

The most important annual holy event for Jains, a time of fasting, repentance, and spiritual reflection lasting eight to ten days.

A form of Shiva as lord of animals and souls.

Parsi New Year marking the creation of fire and the defeat of evil. Celebrated with house cleaning, new clothes, and feasting.

A South Indian name for Vishnu, especially in Tamil traditions.