Parashara
Pre-classical Vedic seer renowned as the father of Indian astrology and agriculture.
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Parashara
Summary
Parashara is a human[1]. He worked as a philosopher[2]. He ranks in the top 0.69% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,909 views/month, #6,934 of 1,000,298).[3]
Key Facts
- Parashara's father was Śakti Maharṣi[4].
- A child of Parashara was Vyāsa[5].
- Parashara worked as a philosopher[2].
- Parashara's religion is recorded as Hinduism[6].
- Parashara is recorded as male[7].
- Parashara's instance of is recorded as human[8].
- Parashara's relative is recorded as Vasiṣṭha[9].
- Parashara's described by source is recorded as Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[10].
Body
Origins and Family
Parashara's father was Śakti Maharṣi[4].
Career and Affiliations
Parashara's professions included philosopher[2].
Personal Life
A child of Parashara was Vyāsa[5]. His religion is recorded as Hinduism[6].
Why It Matters
Parashara ranks in the top 0.69% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,909 views/month, #6,934 of 1,000,298).[3] He has Wikipedia articles in 13 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[11] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[12]
FAQs
Who were Parashara's parents?
Parashara's father was Śakti Maharṣi[4].
What did Parashara do for work?
Parashara worked as philosopher[2].