Questions tagged [vishnu]

For questions on the god of preservation, among the Trimurti. Also called Narayana. The Supreme God or Brahman in Vaishnavism. In case of questions exclusively on his avataras, the respective tag is preferable like Rama, Krishna.

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Who are the Vishnu Dutas?

There is the mention of Vishnu Dutas in the story of Ajamila mentioned in the Srimad Bhagavatam, Are there any other associated stories/information about them in other scriptures? https://www.quora....
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Is Vishnu avatar of Krishna or krishna avatar of vishnu?

You know in general perspective it was always vishnu taking avatar as Krishna but if you go in depth and listen to the devotees of iskon they seem to say the reverse infact they even go a step ahead ...
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Is this mantra from vishnu purana ? Vasudeva manārādhya ko mokṣaṁ saṁvyāpasatī

Hi all wanted to confirm if this mantra is from Vishnu purana Vasudeva manārādhya ko mokṣaṁ saṁvyāpti वासुदेव मनाराध्य को मोक्षं संव्याप्ति if so does anyone know its verse number in Vishnu purana? ...
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Inquiring about the authenticity of Hayagrīva Upanishad

I came across one Hayagrīva Upanishad and researched about it. Many websites seem to offer its translation. (Like this popular Sri Vaishnava site.) I have never come across any quotation, reference, ...
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What is this story about Lord Vishnu that this Muslim youtuber is reffering to?

In this video a Muslim youtuber is speaking about why he thinks Hinduism is false and Islam is superior. Keeping aside his lack of basic understanding of Hinduism and its philosophical depth, which is ...
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Drunk alcohol in ekaadshi [closed]

I consumed 3-4 ml of alcohol mistakenly without knowing today is ekadashi how can I apologise for it so that it doesn't effect me it wasn't even something like 2 drops that even without knowing
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Tulasi Vivah references

Which Puranas describe Tulasi vivah, celebrated in Shukla Dwadashi of Kartika. Vishnu tricking Tulasi was discussed in this answer. But looking for references where Vishnu married Tulasi.
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Is Śiva a Vaiṣṇava? Does Shastras speak of Viṣṇu being the greatest devotee of Lord Śiva? [duplicate]

I wanted to know whether shastras say otherwise ie viṣṇu being the greatest Śaiva. I always see Vaiṣṇava Katha vachakas constantly quoting from Śrīmad Bhagavatam about Śiva being limited to only ...
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Is there any fight between Vṛshava Avatara of Śiva and Viṣṇu?

I saw this in Devon ke Dev Mahadev and Vighnaharta Ganesha serial.But does this have any scriptural reference? Did Śiva killed viṣṇu here and his sons ? Did Śiva really gave another Sudarshana chakra ...
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About combined Elephant and Bull

In Batu Caves, i saw first picture that head of elephant and bull are combined together. Also, it's likely to be connection of Shiva and Vishnu. So my question is, do any scriptures mentions about it ...
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Does Vishnu care only about his devotees?

I had read somewhere that Vishnu is not concerned about anyone or suffering of anyone as everyone gets the fruits of their Karma only. But He is concerned only for his Bhakts, is involved in their ...
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Are there any temples of Vishnu or certain forms of Vishnu where he is worshipped with animal sacrifices?

Recently, I came across the following reference from Varaha Purana (A Vaisnava Purana), where Varaharoopi Bhagavana Vishnu approves of animal sacrifice and meat offerings of certain kinds in his ...
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Do Any of the Puranas mention stories of Asuras overcoming Shiva or Vishnu in a Battle?

Vishnu and Shiva are regarded as two of the ultimate Godheads in Sanatana dharma and they both revered as the Ultimate Vanquishers of Demons. However, Are there any instances in Puranas where certain ...
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Japa mantra for Lakshmi-Narayana?

I get Lakshmi and Narayan mantras separately, but looking for a siddha/popular japa mantra to worship them together. Please if anyone has any recommendations.
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Birth of Sri Vaishnavism

I want to know when Sri Vaishnavism came into existence, and whether it was before the bhakti movement or after.
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Can anyone chant below Krishna mantra without initiation?

Namo gopinjavallabhyam Gopijanvallabha charnau Sharanam prapadaye These two mantras are from sanat kumara sanhita, where siva tells to narada that any one can chant these mantra without any ...
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Seeking details on the PanchYudha Stotra

I recently came across this stotra and have since been searching for its origin and author. I would really appreciate it if someone could let me its composer, which scripture it is written in, and how ...
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Difference between santhana gopalakrishna and navaneetha gopalakrishna

In case of murthi of santana gopalkrishna, he holds butter in one hand. In case of navaneetha gopalskrishna he holds butter in both hands. I am curious of this difference. I know the 24 roopas of ...
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If moksha is true then will prahlad take rebirth in next cycle of four yug for narsingh avtar of shri hari?

See if we look at character of prahlad we will find that they would have attained moksha. But if yes then will narsingh avtar not take place in next four yug cycle. aatma is amar and its supreme ...
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Why is Hinduism male centric in terms of marriage and family? [closed]

If a child inherently has genes of both mother and father then why is the Gotra decided on patrilineal basis and not from mothers lineage? Is female body so exception to humanity? Why in Hindu ...
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Can i chant the Ashtottara nama of Maa Lakshmi for better finanacial situation?

my family's financial condition has been quite bad since a very long time(10+ years), we are in huge debts and are in a hand to mouth situation living by just by the grace of god. can i chant the 108 ...
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What is the story of Vishnu's incarnation Sisumara?

This chapter of Bhagavatha Purana mention about Vishnu's incarnation, Sisumara. From Kṛttikā, another wife of Agni, came the son named Skanda, Kārttikeya, whose sons were headed by Viśākha. From the ...
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About Devi helps Vishnu during any of his avatars

In this chapter of Skanda Purana, Devi said to Bhima, that when Vishnu incarnates, Devi helps him at the time. Whenever there is decline and decay of Dharma, Hari incarnates and at that time I assist ...
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Can some one give HD image of this image?

I need the HD or even regular image of this image. Also please share similar HD images where Lord Vishnu is sitting on Adi Shesha with Godess Lakshmi doing seca along with all other Gods, if possible ...
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Is Nama Japa of both Sita Rama and Rama equivalent when it comes to spiritual merits?

Nama Japa is considered easiest path to get God's grace in Kali Yuga as it enkindles dormant Bhakt in one,s heart. However different saints give different names for Nama Japa. RamaNama is recommended ...
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Did Vishnu become Trivikrama, other than during his Vamana avatar?

We know about Vishnu assumed the form of Trivikrama during his Vamana avatar. However, did Vishnu assumed this form other than it?
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Is there a story about Vishnu sitting under a banyan tree and seeing a beautiful woman and thus forgetting his duties and responsibilities?

In a Muslim apologist video, they say that there is a story in the Puranas about Lord Vishnu sitting under a banyan tree and seeing a beautiful woman walk by. Lord Vishnu was so enamoured by this ...
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What's the difference between Yagna Varaha and Shwetha Varaha?

I've been hearing that the Lord Varaha is being referred to as Yagna Varaha swamy while we say Shwetha Varaha name in Sankalpam. I'd like to know the difference.
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Shesha nag is Laxman and Balaram. Why isn't he part of earlier Vishnu avatars?

Of the known 9 Vishnu avatars, Shesha nag part of only 2 avatars as Laxman and balaram. Why isn't he mentioned in other avatars like Narasimha, Vaman
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Does Siva reside In the Sun?

Are there verses praising Siva as residing within the Sun like there are statments for Vishnu regarding the same?
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What is the Venkateswara Suprabhatam?

M S Subbalakshmi's rendering of the Venkateswara Suprabharam ("Kausalya supraja rama ...") is very famous. But who composed it? Is it recited at Tirupati Venkateswara temple every morning to ...
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How does the Yajurveda and Atharvaveda describe Lord Viṣṇu?

The verses of Ṛgveda that describe the deed of Lord Viṣṇu taking three strides is quite famous , and also in the Brāhmana Texts Lord Viṣṇu is called Yajñapati and the Yajña itself (correct me if I'm ...
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Do Hindu gods copulate?

Do Hindu gods have sex? If no, then how would you explain birth of Shani as he acquired traits from Chhaya and children of Sangya were totally opposite to him in terms of looks?
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Was Vishnu representative of the sun's rays in the Vedas?

Did Vishnu represent the rays of the sun in the Vedas, and was the story of Trivikrama a metaphor for the sun's rays pervading the three worlds?
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Do only Gaudiya Vaishnavites recognize different forms (not avataras) of Vishnu?

AFAIK, Other Vaishnavite sects don't say much (if anything) about Garbhodakaśāyī Vishnu and Ksirodakaśāyī Vishnu. Only Gaudiya scripture seems to talk about these forms of Vishnu.
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What is the story of Harihara?

I know Harihara is a combined form of Vishnu and Shiva, but Is any stories about this form described in any scriptures?
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Where is Srivatsa symbol mentioned and how does the authentic symbol look like?

From what I have found, the Srivatsa symbol in Hinduism is the mark on the chest of Sri Hari Vishnu where Mata Laxmi resides. Which scripture or authentic source has clear description or a pictorial ...
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Do all the so-called Satvik puranas agree as to the birth of Brahma?

Vishnu, Naradiya, Bhagavata, Garuda, Padma and Varaha is one list of "Satvik" Puranas. Do they all say Brahma was born from Vishnu's navel? Do any of the remaining Mahapuranas say that?
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What is the history of the charbhuja temple in Garhbor village in the Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan

On our visit to kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan we visit Garhbor village near the town, there is popular temple called charbhuja ji temple,the temple is believed to be built by Pandavas and the deity was ...
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Which Purana mentions Lakshmi Devi’s swayamvara when she comes out of the ocean?

So I recently read the Vishnu Purana and was stunned that, contrary to what I had seen on a lot of shows, theee is not really a swayamvara for Lakshmi. She is venerated upon emerging but pretty much ...
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Why does Shri Goswami Tulsidasji Maharaj write that Sri Hari is different from Vishnu?

The following Doha says that Manu and Satarupa performed penance to attain Shri Hari, from whom occurs many Shivas, Bhramas, and Vishnus. While my understanding is that 'Hari' is used for 'Vishnu'; ...
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What are the qualities of a bhakt of Bhagwan?

What are the qualities of bhakt of Bhagwan (devotee of God) ? With particular emphasis on Vishnu or Krishna , Can anyone answer the question ?
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How to remember God all the time?

How can one remember God/Vishnu/Krishna all the time, while simultaneously fulfilling his worldly duties. Is there any thing written about it in the scriptures ?
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Did Brahma kill any Asuras/Rakshasas tormenting humanity? [duplicate]

The Puranas are full of tales of Asuras/Rakshasas who obtain boons from Brahma and trouble humans and Devas only to be killed by Vishnu. Did Brahma also kill any enemies of humans/Devas?
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Why did Holika die, even though she had a boon of not being burnt by fire?

The demoness Holika had a boon that she was invulnerable to fire, but when she was made to sit with Prahalada, she was burnt down. Is this an example of Gods not fulfilling their boons? Please site ...
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Is Vishnu the only major deity who is said to possess a navel in his moola form?

one of Vishnu's famous names is पद्मनाभ (padmanabha)= "lotus-navelled". Brahma is said to spring from this lotus - but why does Vishnu possess a navel in the first place? the navel is ...
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Are there any mantras that directly salute both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu?

It is well known that “Om Namah Shivaya” is dedicated to Lord Shiva,and “Om Namo Narayana” to Lord Vishnu. Is(are) there any mantra(s?) that is dedicated to both Lord Shiva and Vishnu at the same time?...
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Why Shri Krishna was happy when Ghatotkach died?

I heard that Lord Krishna was happy when Ghatotkach was killed by Karna during mahabharata war Why was he happy?
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Is Krishna (or Vishnu) also called as Kaamshantak?

Is Krishna also called as Kaamshantak ? Or Is it the name of Vishnu ? If not who is called as Kaamshantak (somone who pacifies lust ) ? I think Shiva is the one who killed Kamadev once. Also Kamdev in ...
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Varaha avatar is confusing!

So the common perception is that Narakasura was born of Bhu Devi and Varaha but it doesn’t say that in Vishnu Puran or in Bhagawat Puran. Actually it does not even say that Varaha and Bhu Devi married!...
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