In the Smarta sect, Surya is worshiped as a major Deity, along with Ganesha, Vishnu, Siva, Sakti and Skanda. |
They recognize a wide range of supernatural beings, including demons, ancestral spirits, and divinities such as the sun god Surya and the rice goddess Dewi Sri. |
Surya Bonaly, a highly skilled retired black skater from France, was routinely given disappointing marks for artistry. |
Surya Acharya, from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada at Lethbridge has released a perennial cereal rye. |
On 25 March 2009 the Council confirmed the appointment of Surya Prasad Subedi as Special Rapporteur on human rights in Cambodia. |
Surya is glorified in the Vedas of ancient India as an all-seeing god who observes both good and evil actions. |