A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.560
A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.560
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GANA-DEVATAS. ‘Troops of deities.’ Deities who generally appear, or are spoken of, in classes. Nine such classes are mentioned:—(1.) Ādityas ; (2.) Viswas or Viswe-devas ; (3.) Vasus ; (4.) Tushitas ; (5.) Ābhāswaras ; (6.) Anilas ; (7.) Mahārājikas ; (8.) Sādhyas ; (9.) Rudras. These inferior deities are attendant upon Siva, and under the command of Ganesa. They dwell on Gana-parvata, i.e., Kailāsa.