Ushas

Ushas

Leader of Light

ALSO KNOWN AS:

Ushus; Usas; Usha

ORIGIN:

India (Vedic)

Ushas, Goddess of Dawn, is the twin sister of Rati, Goddess of Night. Sometimes the sisters are partners and friends; sometimes they’re bitter rivals. Ushas brings the light that heralds each new day, driving a chariot drawn by seven cows or mares with saffron-coloured wings. Her name may be translated as “to burn.” Demons and malignant spirits run and hide from her like cockroaches fleeing kitchen lights.

MANIFESTATION:

Ushas wears saffron-coloured robes and a veil. She reveals herself fully to enlightened adepts only.

Number:

7

SEE ALSO:

• Aurora;
• Eos;
• Rati

SOURCE:

Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses– Written by :Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.