Mayura (mythology)

Mayura (mythology)

Mayura (a Sanskrit word for peacock) is one of the sacred birds of the Hindu mythology. It is referred to in a number of Hindu scriptures. It is also a contemporary Hindu name used in many parts of India.

Mythology

An Indian mayur

The legend states that the Mayura was created from the feathers of Garuda, another semi-divine mythical birds of Hindu mythology. Garuda is believed to be a vahana (conveyance) of Vishnu, one of the Trimurti. In images of the mayura as a mythical bird, it is depicted as killing a snake, which according to a number of Hindu scriptures, is a symbol of cycle of time.

Significance

Mayura is associated with a number of gods and deities of the Hindus including the following:

  • Goddess Kaumari is generally depicted with a mayura and mayura also serves as her conveyance.
  • A mayura also serves as a conveyance of the god Kartikeya.
  • Krishna is generally depicted with peacock feathers adorning his head.

In general, feathers of mayura are considered sacred and are used to dust the religious images and implements of Hindus.

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