Lord Brahma, a prominent deity in Hindu cosmology, is revered as the creator of the universe. Often depicted with four heads, each facing different directions, and four arms, he holds a scepter (symbolizing his creative power), a Vedas (representing knowledge), a water vessel (symbolic of the cosmic waters), and a rosary (signifying the passage of time). He is typically portrayed sitting on a lotus, a symbol of purity and transcendence. Brahma's consort is Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and learning.
Despite his esteemed status, Lord Brahma is not as widely worshiped as other Hindu deities, as his role in the ongoing cosmic cycle shifts towards preservation and destruction, with Vishnu and Shiva respectively taking more prominent roles. Nevertheless, Lord Brahma stands as a vital figure in the Hindu pantheon, embodying the creative force that brings forth existence.
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