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  1. Nandi (Hinduism) - Wikipedia

    Nandi (Sanskrit: नन्दि), also known as Nandikeshvara or Nandideva, is the bull vahana (mount) of the Hindu god Shiva. He is also the guardian deity of Kailash, the abode of Shiva. Almost all …

  2. Nandi | Deity, Bull, Shiva’s Vahana | Britannica

    Sep 28, 2025 · Nandi is one of Shiva’s chief attendants and occasionally is depicted in sculpture as a bull-headed dwarf figure. Nandi is also known in a wholly anthropomorphic form, called …

  3. Nandi - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 14, 2015 · Nandi (also Nandin) is the sacred bull calf, gatekeeper, and vehicle (vahana) of the Hindu god Shiva. Sculptures of Nandi are a common sight at Hindu temples...

  4. Story of Nandi - The Sacred Bull of Lord Shiva - Vedicfeed

    Jun 25, 2022 · The sacred bull Nandi is seen as a representation of Shiva’s devotee (bhakta) in Hinduism. Some even view Nandi as a zoomorphic manifestation of Lord Shiva himself. Due …

  5. Nandi: The Divine Bull and Mount of Shiva - ramana-maharshi.org

    Nandi, the sacred bull, serves as the divine mount of Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology, symbolizing strength, faith, and devotion.

  6. The Sacred Bull: Nandi’s Importance in Hindu Worship

    Jun 15, 2025 · Nandi, the sacred bull, holds a prominent place in Hindu mythology and is revered as the divine vehicle (Vahana) of Lord Shiva. His significance extends beyond mere …

  7. The Legend of Nandi: Devotion and Symbolism in Hindu Mythology

    Nandi's enduring presence in Hindu tradition offers powerful lessons about devotion, loyalty, and service. As the perfect devotee who remains eternally in Shiva's presence, he represents the …