Dharma Princes or Devas of Inner Circle

Dharma Princes or Devas of Inner Circle

This part of series on Hindu icons and Symbols is dedicated to what we could call the Dharma Princes or Devas of Inner Circle - they are the most venerated deities right next to the Devas of Trimūrti and Divine Mother. I am speaking here about the 2 Divine sons of Lord Shiva - namely - Sri Ganesha and Lord Murugan, the Lord Ayyappa - often described as a son of Shiva and Vishnu, embodiment of best qualities of both, and finally - we should mention the most beloved and powerful devotee of Lord Rāma - Sri Hanumān.