Attributes
God of creation, Brahma is considered the creator of the universe and all beings. He is part of the Trimurti, the Hindu trinity, alongside Vishnu (the preserver) and Shiva (the destroyer).
Correspondence table
| Stones | Clear quartz, Selenite |
| Planets | Jupiter (for its association with wisdom, knowledge, and expansion) |
| Day | Thursday (day associated with Jupiter) |
| Related deities | Saraswati (goddess of knowledge, music, and arts, sometimes considered Brahma's consort) |
| Creatures | Hamsa (swan, associated with wisdom and knowledge in Hindu tradition) |
| Plants | Lotus (symbol of purity and enlightenment), Tulsi (holy basil, associated with purification and devotion) |
| Signs | Sagittarius (for its association with expansion, growth, and spirituality) |
| Direction | East (associated with renewal, birth, and light in some traditions) |
| Sabbaths | Navaratri (Hindu festival of nine nights celebrating the goddess Durga and the victory of good over evil) |
Symbols and appearances
Brahma is often depicted with four heads, symbolizing the oversight of all directions of the universe, and four arms, representing the four Vedas (the sacred texts of Hinduism). He is also often shown holding a book (the Vedas), a rosary (symbolizing time), a spoon (for offerings), and a water pot (a symbol of creation).
Myths
According to Hindu mythology, Brahma emerged from a cosmic egg and created the universe and all its beings. He is also associated with the creation of knowledge and the Vedas. Brahma is not as actively worshiped as Vishnu or Shiva, but he plays a crucial role in the concept of creation.
Spiritual message
Brahma embodies the aspect of creation and reminds us of the importance of creativity, intellect, and knowledge in spiritual life. He also symbolizes the beginning of the universe and the endless cycle of creation, preservation, and destruction.
