Andhaka
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In Hindu literature, Andhaka refers to a malevolent asura, whose pride is vanquished by Shiva and Parvati.
Shiva slays Andhaka, c. 1590, a translation of Harivamsa commissioned by Akbar
Shiva impaling Andhaka, while a Matrika (right bottom) collects his blood. Ellora Caves
Shiva spears Andhaka
Andhakasur Vadh
Mahabali
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Mahabali, also known as Bali, Indrasenan, or Māveli, is a daitya king featured in Hinduism. He is the grandson of Prahlada, and a descendant of the sage Kashyapa. There are many versions of his legend
Andhaka
…performing meditation in forest, Andhaka thought of attacking Mandar mountain. Terrible war took place between gods and danavs. Andhaka's trusted general Bali single-handedly defeated all the gods and swallowed them. Shiva fired powerful weapons at Bali, which forced him to disgorge all the gods. In retaliation…
Mahabali serves Vamana, while a suspicious Shukra tries to stop him. Painting from Mankot, Jammu and Kashmir, c. 1700–1725.
Vamana avatar of Lord Vishnu stomps on Bali's head, and sends him to Patala