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Vishnu
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Vishnu | Vishnu is one of the principal deities of the Hindu pantheon, commonly depicted as the protector of the universe. He is famous for his ten avatars, including Rama and Krishna, which represent his interventions on Earth to restore cosmic balance. Vishnu is a major deity in Hinduism, part of the divine trinity that includes Brahma the creator and Shiva the destroyer. Typically depicted resting on the serpent Shesha, Vishnu maintains the world's order. His incarnations, or avatars, including the most famous ones like Rama, Krishna, and Buddha, descend to earth during times of crisis to restore justice and morality. Mythological parents of Vishnu are often mentioned as Kashyapa and Aditi, and his children include Kamadeva, the god of love. Vishnu is traditionally honored through numerous hymns and rituals, emphasizing his role as a preserver and protector. |
Mentioned in
- Hinduism: Origins, Core Principles and Cultural Influence
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- Tiruchirappalli • cité-temple de Srirangam
- Tiruchirappalli • Tamil Nadu, Srirangam Temple - Dravidian masterpiece
- India • |0240/0550| • Gupta dynasty
- India • |0730/1036| • Pratihara dynasty
- Angkor • Cambodia: Preah Khan temple - Khmer Architectural Gem
- Angkor • Angkor Wat - Khmer Architectural Jewel and World Heritage
- Angkor Wat, masterpiece of Khmer architecture • Cambodia
- Badami, former capital of the Chalukyas, Karnataka • India
- Elephanta • Rock-Cut Sanctuary in the Bay of Mumbai
- Badami • Karnataka, Bhutanatha Temples - Chalukyan Architectural Jewel
- Badami • Karnataka: Cave No.3 - Chalukya Masterpiece
- Badami • Karnataka: Cave No.2 - Ancient Art of Chalukya Kingdom
- India • |-0300/1279| • Chola dynasty
- Cambodia • |0802/1431| • Khmer dynasty

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