Have you ever heard of the Hindu goddess Nidra Devi? In ancient Hindu scriptures, Nidra Devi is revered as the deity of sleep. She is believed to be a manifestation of Parvati and is wedded to Kalagnirudra, a form of Rudra, or Shiva.
She is mentioned in the Rig Veda and various other ancient Hindu texts. Described as a loving mother and a bestower of spiritual strength, she possesses beauty akin to that of Goddess Lakshmi and embodies the combined powers of the Tri-Devis—Parvati, Lakshmi, and Saraswati.
Nidra Devi holds great significance for those who struggle with sleeplessness, fatigue, lack of energy, and mental challenges.
In the Ramayana, there's a story where Lakshman, devotedly serving Rama for 14 years, didn't sleep at night. To ensure her husband's well-being, his loving wife Urmila slept in his place for the entire duration, blessed by goddess Nidra Devi herself.