He is one of the sapt (Seven) rishis (wise saints). He has no origin or end. He was Kul guru (family teacher and preacher) of Ram. However, he was not guru (teacher) of Ram. He wrote Vasishta Samhita which is based on astronomical astrology. He could prophesize future based on planets. He knew Ram was god. Thus, he did not become his guru. Sage Vishvamitra became the guru of Ram. He has Kamdhenu (wish fulfilling) cow. Vasishta worships shakti (divine energy) in form of MA (divine mother).
- Insights of several saints as revealed by Para.