(The d in this name is pronounced like 'th' in 'other'. The last S indicates plural number.)
Rudras are a batch of gods. They are born from the thought of Shiva. Rudras dwell in the heaven along with other gods. Rudras are eleven in number. They are
As is common, different contexts give varied names of rudras. ( Eg, in HarivamSam, the names are - Hara,Bahuroopa, Thryambaka, Aparaajitha, Vrishaakapi, Shambhu, Kapardi,Ryvatha, Mrgavyaadha, Sarva and Kapaali.
"After praying to Naaraayana, Nara, Sarasvathi and Vyaasa, then one should read the Jayam."
DEDICATED TO MY DEAR NIECE VYSHNAVI KRISHNA