Chitragupta - Divine Record Keeper
The divine accountant who maintains the book of karma, recording all deeds of every soul. Assists Yama in judging the dead.
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Cross-Cultural Parallels
- Thoth - Egyptian scribe of the gods
- Rashnu - Zoroastrian judge of souls
- Hermes - Greek divine messenger
- Buddhist Karma - Record of actions
Related Archetypes
- Divine Scribe - Recorders of fate
- Judge - Arbiters of souls
- Record Keeper - Maintainers of cosmic accounts
See Also
- Yama - Lord of Death whom Chitragupta serves
- Yamadutas - Messengers who bring souls for judgment
- Karma - The law Chitragupta records
- Hindu Afterlife - The judgment process
- Brahma - Creator who fashioned Chitragupta