Even Kubera, the god of wealth, was afraid of Ravana, after all whose golden Lanka was it?

Story Of Kuber And Ravana: Kuber is considered the god of wealth in Hindu mythology, but an interesting question often arises that why was he afraid of Ravana despite being so powerful? The answer lies in his family relationships and history. Actually, both their fathers were sage Vishwasharva, but their mothers were different. Ravana’s mother was from the Kaikasi demon clan, while Kuber’s mother Alovella was the daughter of a sage.

The secret of Ravana’s power

Ravana was very learned since childhood. He had deeply studied the four Vedas, Upanishads and Shastras. But his thinking and lifestyle were more influenced by his mother Kaikasi and maternal uncle Marich.

Ravana and his brothers performed penance and obtained many powerful boons from Brahma. Because of these boons he became extremely powerful and almost invincible. Gradually he spread his terror in all the three worlds and even the gods started trembling at his name.

Kuber and golden lanka

Kuber’s nature was completely different from Ravana. He was ascetic and religious. On the basis of his spiritual practice he attained divinity. According to legends, Lord Shiva blessed him to become the god of wealth. Also, Vishwakarma got a grand golden Lanka built and handed it over to Kubera. That is, in reality the first king of golden Lanka was Kuber, not Ravana.

capture lanka

When Ravana came to know about the wealth and gold of his half brother Kuber in Lanka, he decided to acquire it. By that time Ravana and his brothers had become extremely powerful. Ravana attacked Lanka and Kubera did not get a chance to stand before his power. Ultimately Kuber had to leave Lanka to save his life.

Why was Kuber afraid?

Kuber knew very well that Ravana was much more powerful than him and he also had the blessings of Brahma. This was the reason why they avoided direct confrontation and were afraid of Ravana. This story shows us that it is not just money or position that is power, but circumstances and the balance of power also matter a lot.