VRITRA & AIRAVATA (India & Hindu Mythology)
Vritra is a danava in Hinduism. He serves as the personification of drought, and is an adversary of the king of the devas, Indra (pictured to the right riding on Airavata).
Citation: Vritra. (2023, August 4). In Wikipedia.
Airavata is a divine elephant, characterized by four tusks, seven trunks, and a white complexion. He is the “king of elephants” and also serves as the main vehicle for the deity Indra.
Citation: Airavata. (2023, July 7). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airavata
An Epic Battle
“On one side stood Indra, the King of the devas and the ruler of svarga, atop his magnificent white elephant Airavata, and facing him was Vritra, the King of the asuras and the purveyor of drought. The two sworn enemies had been engaged in a fierce fight for 359 continuous days – a battle between good and evil.
‘Give up, Vritra!’ Indra bellowed. ‘Your path of destruction is unholy. Surrender and I’ll give you a swift death.’
‘I have defeated you before, Indra!’ thundered Vritra. ‘My sole existence is to end you and I would have done it already if not for the Gods’ interference. Don’t worry, I will finish the job today.’”
Have you had any encounters with this hidden creature?
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