Yakshini are mythical beings of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jainism, which is traditionally known as what?
Jainism Jainism ( ), traditionally known as Jain Dharma, is one of the most ancient Indian religions.
Aiyanar Ayyanar (also spelt Aiyyanar, Ayanar or Iyenar) is a Hindu village god of Tamil Nadu also worshipped by Sri Lankan Tamils. He is primarily worshiped as a guardian deity who protects villages from external threats. Most officiating priests come from the local potter communities, although it is not uncommon for priests from other castes to officiate in the Ayyanar temples. The temples of "Aiyanar" are usually flanked by gigantic and colorful statues of him and his companions riding horses or elephants. There are number of theories as to the origins of the deity as well as the etymology of the name. He is associated with the god Ayyanayake by the Sinhalese people of Sri Lanka.