Amsha, revered as the God of Luck, is one of the twelve Adityas and is associated with fortune and prosperity. Born to Aditi and the sage Kashyapa, he is part of the divine solar lineage along with his siblings, including the deities Mitra and Varuna. Aditi’s role as the divine mother is complemented in texts that also highlight other maternal figures like Anasuya, the sage-wife known for her virtue and grace, connecting themes of divine motherhood across mythic traditions. The Adityas are sons of Aditi and personify various aspects of cosmic order and social virtues. Their collective essence is elaborated in this exploration of the Aditya entities and their cosmic roles, highlighting their importance across Vedic hymns and Hindu cosmology. Amsha, as one of these illustrious deities, is frequently invoked with his brothers in Vedic hymns, symbolizing harmony and the distribution of good fortune in the world.
In many hymns of the Rig Veda, Amsha is connected with the blessings of prosperity and well-being, where his role complements the more expansive powers of Mitra (friendship and alliances) and Varuna (cosmic order and justice). Together, these three bring stability and fortune, ensuring both material and spiritual growth. Amsha’s divine presence subtly echoes in later generations of solar lineage, as seen in legends of Amshuman, a descendant of the Suryavansha dynasty.