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Cloud god means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Source: academia.edu: Elements of Newar Buddhist ArtThe Cloud Gods are identified with Devaputras according to Kramrisch (Cf. The Art of Nepal, p. 62).—In early Buddhist texts such atmospheric deities are often described as Varsavalahaka-Devaputras—“rain clouds, the sons of the gods” (Cf. Anguttara-nikaya-Tika 2.2.37 ). In later Buddhist texts the cloud gods are identified as Nanda and Upananda Devaputras or Nagas, the serpents. The lotus flowers flowing down from the jars held by the gods symbolize the shower.
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Full-text: Ghanika, Atmospheric deity, Valahakakayika.
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Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita (by Nayana Sharma)
Dhanvantari (the god of the physicians) < [Chapter 8]
Chandogya Upanishad (Madhva commentary) (by Srisa Chandra Vasu)