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Mythological beings known in Vedic, Zoroastrian, Hindu, and Buddhist sources. Described in Indian texts as powerful superhuman demigods with good or bad qualities; defined by their opposition to the devas or suras.
asuras
Accepted term: 13-Jan-2025