
Difference between Devas, Daevas, Asuras and Rakshasa
Jan 3, 2018 · What is the difference between Devas, Daevas, Asuras and Rakshasa fundamentally? It is very confusing to distinguish and characterize them without clear examples.
How Devas and Asuras become enemies? - Hinduism Stack …
Jan 22, 2025 · Most of us know that Devas and Asuras are enemies. But, how did they become enemies? Is there any reason for it and does any scriptures mention it?
What is the story behind the nature of Asuras and Devas?
Mar 30, 2015 · Asuras and Devas both trace their lineage back to Rishi Kashyapa - Asuras being the sons of Kashyapa and Diti while Devas being the sons of Kashyapa and Aditi. So why did …
Why are there only 33 devas? - Hinduism Stack Exchange
Jan 1, 2023 · Why are there only 33 devas in this infinite universe? Are there any more devas other then the 33 named in scripture? And if so how many?
gods - Cow and position of Devas - Hinduism Stack Exchange
The picture shows the sacred cow, Gomata, and the position of Devas (Gods) in Gomata. How was the position of Gods determined? For example, why is Shiva shown between the …
How many devas are there in total? - Hinduism Stack Exchange
Sep 20, 2022 · There are 33 devas mentioned in Vedas and more in other scriptures, but are there more devas that are not mentioned in scripture and are unknown to us? Is there the …
Are devas real or just metaphor? - Hinduism Stack Exchange
Apr 5, 2025 · I want to know if devas are considered real or just metaphorical in Hinduism. The reason I think devatas are supposed to be a metaphor is: The role devas have feels pointless, …
vedas - What are the differences among Rakshasas, Daityas, …
Dec 14, 2014 · 1) DAITYAS (दैत्य) Daityas are race of demons and Giants Living in Sutala (सुताल) one of the 14 lokas. they were greatly devoted to their deities followed Vedic rituals, …
vedas - About Devas and Asuras - Hinduism Stack Exchange
Sep 11, 2017 · I have read an article saying that the Asuras are historically referring to the people of Assyria and so Devas may also be refer to some kind of people historically. What are your …
What does the word 'Asura' mean in the Vedas?
Nov 14, 2017 · The Danavas and Daityas are referred to as Asuras in the Puranas but in The Vedas many Devas are also referred as Asuras. May the golden-handed, life-bestowing, well …