Ashta-Dikpalas
Deities

Ashta-Dikpalas

Guardians of Directions

Status · Anusandhāna
Source · Tier 3
Tradition · Hindu
Period · Vedic

Ashta-Dikpalas

Guardians of Directions


Overview

Ashta-Dikpalas are the eight guardians of directions in Hindu mythology.

Key Facts

  • Deities: Indra (East), Agni (Southeast), Yama (South), Nirriti (Southwest), Varuna (West), Vayu (Northwest), Kubera (North), Ishana (Northeast)

Source: Vedas