Vidyadhara

Vidyadhara(s) (Sanskrit Vidyādhara, meaning "wisdom-holders") are a group of supernatural beings in Indian religions who possess magical powers. In Hinduism, they also attend Shiva, who lives in the Himalayas. They are considered Upadevas, or demi-gods.

This article is about the concept in Hinduism and Jainism. For esoteric knowledge holder in Buddhism, see Vidyadhara (Buddhism).

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