Varuuna

Varuuna is a deity in Hindu mythology, often associated with the planet Mars. The name "Varuuna" is derived from the Sanskrit word "Varuna," which means "the one who is far away" or "the distant one." In some texts, Varuuna is also known as "Mangala," which is the Sanskrit name for Mars.

Varuuna is considered the god of war, courage, and strength. He is often depicted as a warrior, riding a chariot pulled by horses and carrying weapons. In some traditions, Varuuna is also associated with the sky and the atmosphere, as Mars is visible in the night sky.

Varuuna is one of the Adityas, the sons of the sun god Surya. He is often mentioned in the Rigveda, one of the oldest Hindu scriptures. In the epic Mahabharata, Varuuna is one of the deities who support the side of the Pandavas in the great war of Kurukshetra.

Despite being a god of war, Varuuna is also associated with the arts and sciences. He is often depicted as a patron of the arts, and in some traditions, he is associated with the planet Mars, which is also associated with the arts and sciences.

Varuuna is also known for his role in the creation of the world. According to some Hindu texts, Varuuna was one of the deities who helped create the world by churning the ocean of milk. He is often depicted as a powerful and formidable deity, with a strong connection to the natural world and the forces of the universe.