SapthaRishi

Marichi:

• Son of Brahma and one of the first sages created by him.

• Chief of the Sapta Rishis and the progenitor of the Marichi clan.

• Known for his role in the creation of the universe and as one of the Prajapatis (progenitors of human races).

• Considered the father of Kashyapa, a sage who played a significant role in Hindu mythology.

• Known for his association with the sun and is often depicted as a shining figure.

Atri:

• Known for his devotion to Lord Shiva and is said to have been blessed with a vision of the divine form of the god.

• Considered one of the Sapta Rishis and a seer who received divine knowledge from the gods.

• Composed many hymns in the Rigveda and is credited with the creation of the constellation Hasta.

• Married to Anasuya, a woman known for her purity and devotion.

• Father of Durvasa, another sage known for his temper and powers.

Angiras:

• Known for his knowledge of the Vedas and is said to have composed many hymns in the Rigveda.

• Considered one of the Sapta Rishis and is associated with the god Agni.

• Known for his teaching skills and for imparting knowledge to other sages.

• Considered the father of Brihaspati, a guru and preceptor of the gods.

• Mentioned in several Hindu texts, including the Mahabharata and the Atharva Veda.

Pulastya:

• Known for his knowledge of astrology and is believed to have written many texts on the subject.

• Considered one of the Sapta Rishis and is associated with the demon race called Rakshasas.

• Father of one of the Rakshasa leaders, Kubera, who is considered the god of wealth.

• Known for his asceticism and for performing many penances to please the gods.

• Mentioned in several Hindu texts, including the Ramayana and the Matsya Purana.

Pulaha:

• Known for his association with the creation of the universe and is said to have created many living beings.

• Considered one of the Sapta Rishis and is known for his asceticism and penance.

• Associated with the god Varuna and is said to have performed penance to please him.

• Father of Vishrava, a sage who married a Rakshasa woman and became the father of Ravana and other Rakshasas.

• Mentioned in several Hindu texts, including the Mahabharata and the Skanda Purana.

Kratu:

• Known for his knowledge of the Vedas and is said to have composed many hymns in the Rigveda.

• Considered one of the Sapta Rishis and is associated with the god Indra.

• Known for his role in helping Indra in battles against demons and other enemies.

• Married to a woman named Kriya and is considered the father of the Kriya clan.

• Mentioned in several Hindu texts, including the Mahabharata and the Atharva Veda.

Vashishtha:

• Known for his knowledge of the Vedas and is said to have composed many hymns in the Rigveda.

• Considered one of the Sapta Rishis and is associated with the god Varuna.

• Known for his teaching skills and is considered the guru of Lord Rama.

• Played a crucial role in the life of Lord Rama, helping him during his exile and in battles against demons