Heart Chakra Gods and Goddesses
by Kathleen Karlsen, Author of Vocal Medicine
Mantras for the heart chakra emphasize the heart as the seat of love and devotion. The heart expresses charity, compassion, and kindness. The heart is a focus for beauty and culture. The heart brings the awareness of community and compassion for others. Learn more about the heart chakra in Heart Chakra Meaning.
Hanuman: Heart Chakra God of Hinduism
One of the main deities associated with the heart in Hinduism is Hanuman. Hanuman is the monkey-faced god who features prominently in the Hindu epic the Ramayana. Hanuman is known for loyalty and devotion. These specific qualities associate him with the heart chakra.
Qualities of Hanuman
The monkey-god Hanuman is the hero of epics and stories in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. He is the ardent devotee of Lord Rama. Hanuman is the patron of martial arts, wrestling, and acrobatics. He is also the patron of meditation and scholarship.
Eastern Superhero
Hanuman is an Eastern superhero, perhaps akin to Superman, Spiderman or Batman in the West. He is a joyful figure, blessed with both agility and strength. Learn more about the superpowers of Hanuman and watch two mantra videos in the article Hanuman Mantra.
HANUMAN MANTRA VIDEO: Hanuman Jaya Ram, Jaya Sita Ram
Kuan Yin: Heart Chakra Goddess
The goddess Kuan Yin appears in East Indian sutras (scriptures) as well as in Tibetan Buddhism. In some sects, she is synonymous with the Buddha Avalokitesvara. She is associated with compassion, the primary quality of the heart. Kuan Yin also symbolizes the practice of mercy.
The Bodhisattva Vow
Kuan Yin is a bodhisattva. This means she has taken a vow to save all beings from suffering. She will forego full Buddhahood until all sentient beings are free. In this role, Kuan Yin comes as a Divine Mother to dispel all illusion.
Legend of Kuan Yin
A beautiful legend is that Kuan Yin was on the threshold of heaven when she paused and heard the anguished cries of the world. She then returned to earth to help all who are suffering. Kuan Yin’s full name is Kuan-shih-yin. This means “one who regards, looks on and hears the sounds of the world.”
Evolution of Kuan Yin
Kuan Yin originally had the name and form of Avalokitesvara, a male name and masculine being. Avalokitesvara means “the lord who sees or hears the sounds of the world.” Avalokitesvara was a Buddhist deity who evolved in Tibet into the female buddha Kuan Yin. Learn more about her history and mantras in Kuan Yin Healing Mantras.
KUAN YIN MANTRA: Namo Guan Shih Yin Pusa
Goddess Kushmanda
The Hindu goddess most directly associated with the heart chakra is Kushmanda, the fourth form of Durga worshipped during Navratri. In yogic tradition, she resides within the heart chakra as the embodiment of unconditional love.
More Chakra Resources
Chakras and Musical Notes: Chakras and musical notes have been paired in a number of ways. Learn about both Western and Eastern systems.
Chakra Names: Chakra names reveal the roles of the chakras in the body on psychological, spiritual and emotional levels. Includes explanations of English and Sanskrit chakra names.
Chakra Flowers: Chakra flowers offer unique symbolic meaning for each of the seven major chakras. Flowers are among the oldest spiritual symbols, revealing the meaning of each chakra.
Kathleen Karlsen is an author, musician, artist, and composer. She has written three books (The Color-Music Connection, Flower Symbols, and Vocal Medicine) and over 200 articles. Her YouTube channel features over 600 videos. Kathleen and her family live in Bozeman, Montana, USA.
Heart Chakra Deities Article Summary
This article covers the chakra gods and goddesses in the Hindu tradition associated with the heart chakra. Pairing together the functions of the chakras and the personifications of the chakra energies helps to clarify the purpose of particular chakras. Each of the seven major energy centers are associated with one or more of the chakra gods and goddesses in the Hindu pantheon.
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