Aravan
Also known as Iravat, a minor character from the Mahabharata, son of Arjuna and the Naga princess Ulupi, central god of the cult of Kuttantavar.
Sacrifice
Chhinnamasta
A self-decapitated form of Goddess Parvati, representing sacrifice and life force.
Eid al-Adha
The festival of sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God.
Jatayu
The divine eagle who tried to rescue Sita from Ravana.
Purusha
The cosmic man or spirit, whose sacrifice created all life.
Sati
The first consort of Shiva who immolated herself, leading to the formation of Shakti Peethas.