Vishnu

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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.

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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.