Kashyapa is the great progenitor sage, father of the gods, demons and many other beings. In the Ramayana he is Diti's husband in the story of the Maruts and one of the priests at Dasharatha's court.
Frequently asked questions
Who was Kashyapa?
A progenitor sage, father of the gods and demons, son of Marichi.
How are the Maruts linked to Kashyapa?
They were born from his wife Diti's unborn son, whom Indra cut into seven.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Bala Kanda (sargas 1.46)
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