page_title: Vidyadhara
hierarchical_section_title: Vidyadhara
caption_attribution_description: English: Vidyadhara in sculptures
context_page_description: Vidyadhara 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. Vidyadharas appear in Buddhist sources as well.
context_section_description: Vidyadhara(s) (Sanskrit Vidyādhara, literally "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. Vidyadharas appear in Buddhist sources as well.
caption: A Vidyadhara couple
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