Asura

noun

Meaning

One of the power-seeking deities involved in constant conflict with the more benevolent Devas.
Alternative spelling of Asura.
A member of the lowest class of deities and demigods of the Kāmadhātu.

Etymology / origin

Transliteration of Sanskrit असुर (asura). Doublet of Ahura and Æsir.

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