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Who/what exactly are these semi-divine beings?

Posted by Haladhara S on October 30, 2025 at 11:36pm in Demigod Worship and Scriptures

I have been coming across the following terms recently, but am confused as to what/who they are referring to. 

1. Prachetas

2. 21 prajapatis

3. Vishve-devas

4. Sadhyas

5. Guhyakas

As far as I am aware, these are different classes of demi-gods/semi-divine beings, but I wanted to know the details of each, so that I could get a better understanding of who/what they exactly are. 

Hare Krishna!

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  • Gayatri October 31, 2025 at 11:36am

    Hare Krishna,

    I have limited knowledge about them. Whatever I know I shall tell.

    1. Prachetas- Ten sons of King Prācīnabarhi. Great devotees of Lord Viṣṇu

    2. 21 prajapatis- They are Brahmā’s manas putr ( born out of mind), the sons who helped populate the universe.

    3. Vishve-devas-  universal gods who uphold righteousness and cosmic order. ( they are 10 sons of dharma )

    4. Sadhyas- Perfected heavenly beings who constantly worship the Lord. 

    5. Guhyakas-Semi-divine beings serving Kubera (god of wealth); guardians of hidden treasures.

    Hare Krishna

    • Haladhara S > Gayatri October 31, 2025 at 3:18pm

      Thank you so much Mataji!

      Hare Krishna🙏

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