Makara - Wikipedia
WEBMakara has been depicted typically as half mammal and half fish. In many temples, the depiction is in the form of half fish or seal with head of an elephant. It is also shown in an abstract, chimeric form with head and jaws of a crocodile, an elephant trunk with scales of fish and a peacock tail.
Makara: Mythical Creatures – Mythical Encyclopedia
WEBIn Hindu mythology, Makara is often depicted as a half-fish, half-crocodile creature that is associated with the primordial cosmic waters. Makara is considered to be the vehicle of the river goddess Ganga, Narmada, and the god of the ocean, Varuna. It is also believed to be the guardian of gateways and thresholds.
Makara - Legendary Sea-Creature With Many Incarnations In …
WEBFeb 2, 2020 · In other forms, the Makara is depicted as having the part of the body of an antelope, elephant, or cat and the backs of a fish. Sometimes, it is a large crab, part crocodile, part bird, and even a deer with a fish's tail.
The Chimeric Trace: The Makara and Other Connections to Come
WEBSep 20, 2022 · The makara is a chimeric creature composed of parts from an elephant, a crocodile, a fish, and others. As an iconography derived from early Indian traditions, the makara has traversed the Indian Ocean, making its mark principally on Hindu-Buddhist monuments and ceremonial paraphernalia in South and Southeast Asia.
Makara (Hindu mythology) - Wikipedia - BME
WEBMakara (Sanskrit: मकर) is a sea-creature in Hindu culture. It is generally depicted as half terrestrial animal in the frontal part (stag, deer or elephant) and half aquatic animal in the hind part (usually a fish or seal tail, snake tail though sometimes a …
Makara: Sea dragons of Sri Bhagwad Purana - Sanskriti
WEBThe Makara is described in Vedic texts as half animal, half aquatic and an aggressor — a true monster of the deep. Often depicted in art as having the mouth of a crocodile, the body of a fish, the tail of a peacock and the paws of a …
Makara: The Mystical Aquatic Hybrid - Realm Whispers
WEBNov 26, 2023 · The Makara, with its crocodile-like head and aquatic body, is shown swimming in the Ganges River. The setting includes traditional ghats, temples, and worshippers, with the backdrop of the Himalayas, capturing its sacred nature and role as a guardian in Hindu culture.
Makara | Facts, Information, and Mythology - Encyclopedia Mythica
WEBDec 2, 1997 · Makara. A dragon-like monster that can be found sculpted over the gateways of Javanese and Balinese and Thai temples and shrines. The monster's bulging eyes and numerous teeth frighten away the evil spirits. The Makara is …
Makara - Gods and Monsters
WEBThe Makara, a mystical fusion of fish, elephant or crocodile, embodies divine mysteries, guarding waters and serving gods.
Makara Symbol: Its Origins and What It Represents
WEBOct 5, 2023 · In Hindu iconography, the Makara is usually depicted with its front half as a terrestrial animal: a deer, elephant, or stag, and its rear half as an aquatic animal which may be a seal or a fish, although sometimes the tail of …