Rudra: The Vedic Form of Shiva

[BEGINNER] Rudra is the Vedic predecessor of Shiva, a powerful and fearsome deity associated with storms, destruction, and healing. The name Rudra comes from the Sanskrit root meaning "howler" or "roarer," referring to the thunder that accompanies storms. In the Rig Veda, Rudra is described as a powerful god who carries a bow and arrow, capable of both destroying and healing. He is invoked for protection against disease and disaster, and is associated with the mountains, the forests, and the wil