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-colored 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-colored 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.