Kratu: FAQ & Sources

क्रतु

Sage.

Kratu is one of the mind-born sons of Brahma and one of the seven great rishis. He is named among the sages who come to Ayodhya to bless Rama after the war.

Updated 30 Oct 2026

RoleSage

ParentsBrahma

Appears inRamayana

GroupRishis and sages

KingdomDevaloka

Frequently asked questions

Who was Kratu?

A mind-born son of Brahma and one of the seven great rishis.

Where does Kratu appear in the Ramayana?

Among the sages who visit Rama in Ayodhya in the Uttara Kanda.

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Appears inRamayanaरामायण

ParentsBrahmaब्रह्मा