Shatarupa

Full Name: Shatarupa

Era: Satya Yuga (First Manvantara)

Creator: Brahma

Spouse: Swayambhuva Manu

Children: Priyavrata and Uttanapada (sons), and numerous daughters

Shatarupa, meaning “one with a hundred beautiful forms,” was created by Lord Brahma as the first woman. She is the divine consort of Swayambhuva Manu, the first Manu, and together they became the progenitors of the human race. Shatarupa embodies virtue, devotion, and moral courage.

Shatarupa was created by Brahma alongside Swayambhuva Manu at the beginning of Satya Yuga. Her primary purpose was to be the companion of Manu and aid in the continuation of human life. She married Manu and bore children who would become the ancestors of all humans.

Shatarupa is renowned not only for her role as the first woman but also for her wisdom and adherence to dharma. She supported Manu in guiding humanity, preserving righteousness, and establishing social and moral codes.

Bravery and Achievements:

1. Assisted Swayambhuva Manu in establishing dharma and human civilization.
2. Served as the first teacher and exemplar of virtue, devotion, and wisdom.
3. Mother of humanity, ensuring the propagation of dharmic values.
4. Played a vital role in advising and guiding the early humans in Satya Yuga.

Legacy:

Shatarupa is celebrated as the archetype of womanhood in Hindu tradition, symbolizing devotion, virtue, and moral strength. Her life, alongside Swayambhuva Manu, laid the foundation of humanity and the principles of dharma.

References in Purāṇas:

1. Vishnu Purāṇa (Book 1: Creation of Manu and Shatarupa)
2. Matsya Purāṇa (Chapter on the first humans and progeny)
3. Bhagavata Purāṇa (Stories of Swayambhuva Manu and Shatarupa)