Ila (Hinduism)
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Ila or Ilā is a deity in Hindu legends, known for their sex changes. As a man, he is known as Ila or Sudyumna and as a woman, is called Ilā. Ilā is considered the chief progenitor of the Lunar dynasty
Budha (Mercury) with consort Ilā
The male Ila with Budha.
Ikshvaku
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Ikshvaku is a legendary king in Indian religions, particularly Hindu and Jain scriptures. In Hinduism, he is described to be the first king of the Kosala Kingdom, and was one of the ten sons of Shradd
Ila (Hinduism)
…descendants of Ilā"). While many versions of the tale exist, Ila is usually described as a daughter or son of Vaivasvata Manu and thus the sibling of Ikshvaku, the founder of the Solar Dynasty. In versions in which Ila is born female, she changes into a male form by divine grace soon after her birth. After…
Painting of Manu and Ikshvaku, attributed to Kesu Das, Yoga Vashisht, 1602