Who is Indra?
Q: Who is Indra?
A: Indra is considered the most important among the Indo-Aryan gods. He is the God of war and the god of thunderstorms.
Q: What do Vedas say about Indra?
A: The Vedas contain many verses (hymns) in praise of Indra. He is considered a very strong God.
Q: Where does Indra reside?
A: According to Hindu mythology, Indra resides in a mythical city named Amravati which is located above in the sky. He lives there with his wife named Indrani and several other smaller gods.
Q: Who is Indra's wife?
A: Indra's wife is named Indrani.
Q: Why is Indra considered less important in Hinduism now?
A: Indra's importance decreased as Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva became more important in Hinduism.
Q: What is Indra's weapon?
A: Indra's weapon is Vajra, which is represented by Thunderbolt.
Q: How is Indra's character portrayed in mythology?
A: Indra's character is portrayed as treacherous, jealous and vengeful at times. He is also made to suffer the consequences of his own bad deeds.
