Invoked as a divinity in the Puranas, he is usually described as the son of Kasyapa and Surabhi and he stands guard at the entrance of many temples.
The Rishi Vasishtah was said to have owned him before his more famous master took him into his family. Invoked as a divinity in the Puranas, he is usually described as the son of Kasyapa and Surabhi and he stands guard at the entrance of many temples. His musical ability becomes evident when Shiva takes the form of Nataraja and this leader of the Ganas provides the music for his master's wild dancing. Standing guard at the four corners of the world he looks after all four legged creatures, like himself. FTP identify this milk white bull who serves as Shiva's mount.
The Rishi Vasishtah was said to have owned him before his more famous master took him into his family.
Nandi