Vishrava is the son of Pulastya and the father of Kubera by Ilavida, and of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, Shurpanakha and Vibhishana by the rakshasi Kaikasi.
RoleSage
ConsortKaikasi
ParentsKubera, Ravana, Kumbhakarna, Vibhishana, Shurpanakha, Pulastya
Appears inRamayana
GroupRishis and sages
KingdomLanka
Frequently asked questions
Who was Ravana's father?
The sage Vishrava, son of Pulastya.
Why was Vibhishana different from Ravana?
Vishrava granted Kaikasi that her youngest son would be virtuous.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Uttara Kanda (sargas 7.2, 7.3, 7.9, 7.11)
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