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Bhaga (), is the Vedic god of wealth, as well as a term for "lord, patron" and "wealth, prosperity". He is an Āditya, a group of societal deities who are the sons of Aditi. Bhaga's responsibility was to make sure that people received a share of the goods in life. He is associated with his brother, Aryaman, regarding the expectation of a successful marriage.

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Deity.type
Hindu
Deity.deity_of
God of Wealth
Deity.affiliation
Adityas
Deity.planet
Sun
Deity.spouse
Siddhi
Deity.children
Mahiman, Vibhu and Prabhu (sons)Āśis (daughter)

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Bhaga (), is the Vedic god of wealth, as well as a term for "lord, patron" and "wealth, prosperity". He is an Āditya, a group of societal deities who are the sons of Aditi. Bhaga's responsibility was to make sure that people received a share of the goods in life. He is associated with his brother, Aryaman, regarding the expectation of a successful marriage.

== Etymology ==

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