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HINDU SURAS - KINNARAS
In Hindu mythology, a kinnara is a
celestial musician. They are the
descendents of Vaisravana also
known as Kubera. Their lord, is a
Yaksha (lord of wealth).
The Kinnaras were either the sons of Kasyapa, or sprang
from the toe of Brahma. They are often identified with the
Kimpurushas, whose appearance is the exact opposite and who
are also followers of Kubera. Essentially they are singers
and entertainers.
Kinnaras are half-human and half-bird. They are featured in the
Lotus Sutra.
Kinnaris, the female counterpart of
Kinnaras, are depicted as half-bird,
half-woman creatures in Southeast Asian
mythology. One of the many creatures
that inhabit the mythical Himavanta.
Kinnaris have the head, torso, and arms
of a woman and the wings, tail and feet
of a swan. She is renowned for her
dance, song and poetry, and is a
traditional symbol of feminine beauty,
grace and accomplishment.
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