The Horse-Headed Avatar
Discover Hayagriva, the incarnation revered as the god of knowledge and wisdom, who rescued the Vedas.
Satya Yuga
Hayagriva
Hayagreeva, Hayasirsha
Essence of the Avatar
Purpose of Incarnation
To retrieve the stolen Vedas from the demons Madhu and Kaitabha and restore knowledge to the universe.
Symbolic Meaning
Stories, Events & Teachings
Stories & Leelas
Teachings
Knowledge is the supreme power.
Divine intervention protects sacred wisdom.
Quick Facts
Category: Other
Era: Satya Yuga
Place: Cosmic Plane
Appearance: Horse-headed human form (White)
Festivals: Hayagriva Jayanti, Navaratri
No specific stotras currently linked to Hayagriva.
Scriptural References:
- Devi Bhagavata Purana
- Agni Purana
- Hayagriva Upanishad