GK
INDIAN HISTORY
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Harbinger of peace
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Destroyer of foes
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Guardian of the cosmic order
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God of prosperity
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Detailed explanation-1: -Varuna (/ˈvɜːrʊnə, ˈvɑːrə-/; Sanskrit: , IAST: Váruṇa) is a Hindu god, associated with the sky, oceans and water. In the Vedic scriptures, he is paired with the god Mitra and is the lord of Ṛta (justice) and Satya (truth). Varuna is one of the Adityas, the sons of the goddess Aditi and sage Kashyapa.
Detailed explanation-2: -They believed that the offerings they gave to Agni were transmitted to the Gods in the form of smoke. The third most important God of the Early Vedic period was Varuna. He was believed as the upholder of cosmic law, and therefore, it was believed that he regulated all activities in the universe.
Detailed explanation-3: -In Yajurveda, Varuna is said to be an AMSA of Lord Vishnu, it means Varuna contains the feature of Lord Vishnu. He is also considered as the main deity of physicians. His importance is mentioned in detail in various Upanishads.