Heti: FAQ & Sources

हेति

Rakshasa.

Heti is one of the first two rakshasas, created by Brahma to guard the waters. His line leads to Sukesha and to Ravana's maternal family.

Updated 30 Oct 20261 source

RoleRakshasa

SiblingsPraheti

Appears inRamayana

GroupRakshasas

KingdomLanka

First appearsUttara Kanda, Sarga 4

Frequently asked questions

Who was Heti?

One of the first rakshasas, created by Brahma.

How is Heti linked to Ravana?

His descendants Sumali and Malyavan were Ravana's maternal family.

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