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Vishnu ( / ˈvɪʃnuː /; Sanskrit: विष्णु, lit. 'The Pervader', IAST: Viṣṇu, pronounced [ʋɪʂɳʊ] ), also known as Narayana and Hari, is one of the principal deities of Hinduism. He is the supreme being within Vaishnavism, one of the major traditions within contemporary Hinduism. [12] [13]
The Dashavatara ( Sanskrit: दशावतार, IAST: daśāvatāra) are the ten primary avatars of Vishnu, a principal Hindu god. Vishnu is said to descend in the form of an avatar to restore cosmic order. [1] The word Dashavatara derives from daśa, meaning "ten", and avatāra, roughly equivalent to "incarnation".
Apr 27, 2024 · Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hindu mythology, represents a pivotal aspect of the Hindu divine trinity (Trimurti) that includes Brahma the Creator and Shiva the Destroyer.
Nov 25, 2012 · Vishnu is one of the most important gods in the Hindu pantheon. He is considered a member of the holy trinity ( trimurti) of Hinduism with Brahma and Shiva.
Vishnu is one of the most important gods in the Hindu pantheon and, along with Brahma and Shiva, is considered a member of the holy trinity (trimurti) of Hinduism. He is the most important god of Vaishnavism, the largest Hindu sect.
t. e. Mahavishnu ( Sanskrit: महाविष्णु, romanized : Mahāviṣṇu, lit. 'Great Vishnu') is an aspect of Vishnu, the principal deity in Vaishnavism. In his capacity as Mahavishnu, the deity is known as the Supreme Purusha, the absolute protector and sustainer of the universe, the one who is beyond human comprehension, and all attributes. [1] [2]
May 31, 2024 · Vishnu, one of the principal Hindu deities. Vishnu combines many lesser divine figures and local heroes, chiefly through his avatars, particularly Rama and Krishna; the ten primary avatars of Vishnu are called the Dashavatara. His appearances are innumerable; he is often said to have 10 avatars—but not always the same 10.
May 15, 2019 · Vishnu is the Preserver or Sustainer of life, known for his steadfast principles of order, righteousness, and truth. When these values are under threat, Vishnu emerges out of his transcendence to restore peace and order on earth. The Ten Avatars of Vishnu.
Aug 24, 2009 · Article about Vishnu, the second god in the Hindu triumvirate of Brahman, Vishnu and Shiva.
May 16, 2024 · Vishnu is among the most important deities of Hinduism. Together with Brahma and Shiva, Vishnu forms the principal trinity of Hindu religious practice. In his many forms, Vishnu is regarded as the preserver and protector.
