SAGEANGIRAS-PART 1 Dear friends,
Sage Angiras is a revered Vedic Brahmarishi, considered oneof the Saptarishis (seven great sages) and a progenitor of mankind (Prajapati).He is a foundational seerof the Rigveda and co-formulated the Atharvaveda. Known for hisintense penance, divine radiance, and role as a mediator between gods and humans, he is closelyassociated with fire (Agni). I have collected and compiled more information from websitesin this posting. Where everI feel necessary, I have made Google search to confirm things. Hope a Divine reading R. Gopalakrishnan 07-03-2026 Key details about SageAngiras: Significance: Often identified with the essence of knowledge(Rasa) and divine brilliance (Tejas). He is considered a Brahmarishi whoattained supreme consciousness. Vedic Contribution: He is a major seer of the Rigveda (especially in the first, second,fifth, eighth, ninth, and tenth books) and, alongside Sage Atharvan, created theAtharvaveda. The family or clan of sages descending from him are calledAngirasas. Lineage: In many traditions, he is believed to be the father of Brihaspati, the guru ofthe Devas. Key Legends: He is described as a son of Brahma and in some texts, he is seenas a mediator who introduced fire worship.He is sometimes linked with the Angirasa clan, which is depicted as finding thelight and making the sun shine in Rigvedic myths. Role in Society: He is a teacher of divine knowledge and is sometimes associated with the Pitrus(ancestors). Sage Angiras is a key figure in early Indian, specificallyVedic, literature and mythology, representing high spiritual attainment andwisdom. Introduction Angiras was a Vedic rishi (sage) of Hinduism. He is describedin the Rigveda as a teacher of divine knowledge, a mediator between men andgods, as well as stated in other hymns to be the firstof Agni-devas (fire gods). In some texts, he is considered to be one of the seven greatsages or Saptarishis, but in others he is mentioned but not counted in the listof seven great sages. In some manuscripts ofAtharvaveda,the text is attributed to "Atharvangirasah", which is a compound of sage Atharvanand Angira. The student family ofAngira are called "Angira", and they are credited to be the authorsof some hymns in the first, second, fifth, eighth, ninth, and tenth books ofthe Rigveda. By the time of the composition of the Rigveda, the Angirases werean old Rishi clan, and were stated to have participated in several events. Texts Many hymns of the Rigveda credit the Angirases as theirauthors, mainly in Mandalas I and VIII. Various Angirasa sub-clans, includingthe Śunahotras, the Gautamas, and the Bhāradvājas composed Mandalas II, IV, andVI respectively.] Other than crediting authorship, the Vedic texts mention sageAngiras in various roles such as a fire priest or a singer. For example, the allegorical hymn3.31 of the Rigveda calls him a singer: According to Max Muller—a professor of Sanskrit and Indology at the Oxford University—thesage Angiras in Vedic literature is different from the plural term Angirasa,and these terms refer to different people. The Angiras rishi is different fromthe group of sorcerers in Atharvaveda also named Angirasa, and according toMuller, the Vedic rishi is also different from a class of divine beings who tooare called Angirasa in the Vedic texts and described as "sprung from coals(angara)". Life in Puranas The name Angirasas is applied generically to several Puranicindividuals. Further, the Vedic sage Angiras appears in medieval Hindu textswith contradictory roles as well as manydifferent versions of his birth, marriage and biography. In some, he isdescribed to be the son of Brahma, in others he is one of many Prajapatis. Depending on the legend, he has one,two or four wives. In one legend , hiswife is stated to be Surūpa and his sons are Utathya, Samvartana andBrahaspati. Other accounts saythat he married Smriti (memory), the daughter of Daksha and later marriedSvadha (oblation). Yet other Puranicaccounts state, he married Shubha and they had seven daughters named afteraspects of "fire" and a son named Brihaspati. I have made a Google search of family and children; thepossible best information is as follows:- In Hindu mythology, Sage Angiras is primarily recognized as aManasaputra (mind-born son)of Lord Brahma. He is one of the Saptarishis (seven great sages) anda primary progenitor of mankind. His family details vary across different Vedic andPuranic texts: Parents Father: Lord Brahma (born from his mind, mouth, or head). Mother: Some accounts mention Agneya (daughter of Agni) orAgnayi as his mother. In other versions, he is considered a son of Agnihimself. Wives Shraddha: The daughter of Sage Kardama and Devahuti. She isoften cited as his primary wife. Smriti: The daughter of Daksha Prajapati. She is frequentlymentioned in Puranic accounts. Surupa: Mentioned as his wife in various legends , especiallyregarding the birth of his three famous sons. Others: Some texts also list Svadha, Shubha, Sati, or thedaughter of King Marutta as his wives. Children The most famous children of Angiras are: Brihaspati: The guru of the Devas (gods). Utathya: A renowned sage. Samvartana (or Samvarta): A powerful sage knownfor his intense penance. Other children mentionedin various scriptures: Sons: Brihat Keerti, Brihat Jyoti, Brihat Brahma, BrihanManas, Brihan Mantra, Brihat Bhanu, Sudhanwa, and Ghora Angirasa. Daughters: Bhanumati, Raka, Cinee Vali (Sinivali),Mahishmati, Guhu, Mahamati, Archishamati, and Yogasiddhi. Notable Descendants Sage Bharadwaja: One of the most prominentdescendants of the Angirasa lineage. Gautama Maharishi: Part of the extended Angirasa gotra. Angiras-Sage turnedhis senses inward According to one legend, Angirasa turned his senses inwardsand meditated on Para Brahman, the creator of the creator, for several years. The great Tejas he got by birth hadmultiplied infinitely by his penance. He attained many divinequalities, powers, and riches, and control over many worlds. But he wasoblivious of all the worldly attainments and did not stop his penance. Due tothis penance he became onewith the Para-Brahman and thus attained the state of “Brahmarishi”.He had visions of many Vedic Mantras and brought them to this earthly world. He is credited asbeing the source of great number of Vedic Hymns and mantras and also believedto have introduced fire-worship along with sage Bhrigu. He was one ofSaptarishis in the Puranas. I have a doubt about the manvantara and Google search result is as follows:- Was/is Angiras one of the spatharshies of any manvantara? Yes, Sage Angiras (also known as Angira) is specificallyidentified as one of the Saptarishis (Seven Great Sages) of the first manvantara, known as theSvayambhuva Manvantara. Saptarishi Status byManvantara The group of seven sages changes with each cosmic age(manvantara). Svayambhuva Manvantara (1st): Angiras is consistently listedas one of the seven sages alongside Marichi, Atri, Pulastya, Pulaha, Kratu, andVashistha. Vaivasvata Manvantara (Current/7th): He is not one ofthe primary seven sages in the current age. The current Saptarishis are Kashyapa, Atri, Vashistha,Vishvamitra, Gautama, Jamadagni, and Bharadvaja. Other ScripturalMentions Vedic Astronomy: In the Saptarishi Mandala (BigDipper constellation), Angiras is identified as the star Alioth (Epsilon UrsaeMajoris). Scriptural Variations: Some ancient texts, such as the Krishna Yajurveda, include Angiras in their ritualistic lists ofSaptarishis used for Sandhyavandanam. Who are all thespatharshies told in Krishna yajurveda sandhya Vandanam? The list of Saptarishis mentioned in the Krishna Yajurvedatradition—specifically within the Sandhyavandanam mantras—differs slightly fromthe standard list of the current Vaivasvata Manvantara. The seven sages recited in the Krishna Yajurveda mantras are: Angiras, Atri,Bhrigu,Gautama,Kashyapa,Kutsa,Vashistha Tradition and Context Vyahruti Rishis: In certain parts of theSandhyavandanam (such as the Pranayama or Japa Sankalpa), these sages areinvoked as the seers (rishis) associated with the seven sacred utterances(Vyahrutis): Bhuh, Bhuvah, Svah, Mahah, Janah, Tapah, and Satyam. How Kasyapa Gothra isrelated to sage Angiras? In Hindu Vedic and Puranic traditions, Kashyapa Gotra andAngirasa Gotra are distinct primary lineages, though they share a foundational connection throughtheir common origin from Lord Brahma. Foundational Relationship Original Four Lineages: According to the Mahabharata, therewere originally only four root gotras (Mula-gotras): Angirasa, Kashyapa,Vashistha, and Bhrigu. All other gotras are considered branches of these four. Brotherhood Status: Both sages are considered Manasaputras(mind-born sons) of Lord Brahma, making them spiritual brothers. While Angirasis directly born from Brahma's mind, Kashyapa is often described as the son ofMarichi, who himself was a Manasaputra of Brahma, making Kashyapa Brahma's grandson. Distinction in Lineage While they are related by divine birth, their lineages(Gotras) are maintained as separate entities with different Pravaras (sets ofillustrious ancestors): Kashyapa Gotra: Traces its descent directly to Sage Kashyapa.A typical Tryarsheya Pravara for this gotra includes Kashyapa, Avatsara, andNaidhruvi. Angirasa Gotra: Traces its descent to Sage Angiras. This is amassive lineage that further branched into several other major gotras,including Bharadwaja and Gautama. Interconnectedness inRituals Saptarishi Cycles: Both sages appear together as members ofthe Saptarishi group in various contexts. For example, in the Krishna Yajurveda Sandhyavandanam, bothnames are invoked sequentially during the Pranayama mantra. Genetic Diversification: Sage Kashyapa is known as the"Great Grandsire" because he married many daughters of DakshaPrajapati, populating the world with Devas, Asuras, and humans alike. Incontrast, the Angirasa lineage is primarily known for producing a vast numberof Kshatriya-turned-Brahmins (Kshatropeta Dvijas) I will continue asnext part -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. 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