Mahishi (demoness)

Mahishi
AffiliationAsura
Genealogy
Parents
SiblingsMahishasura

In Hindu mythology, Mahishi is a powerful demoness whose narrative is central to the origin of Lord Ayyappa and the traditions of the Sabarimala temple. She was the sister of the buffalo-demon Mahishasura.

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