Lord Vishnu
Trimurti (Trinity)
Best Day
thursday
Devotees Pray For
Overview
Lord Vishnu is the Preserver god in the Hindu Trimurti. He maintains the cosmic order and descends to Earth as avatars whenever dharma is threatened.
Depicted with four arms holding the conch (Shankha), discus (Sudarshana Chakra), mace (Gada), and lotus, he reclines on Shesha (the cosmic serpent) in the ocean of milk.
His ten avatars (Dashavatara) include Rama and Krishna, who are widely worshipped independently.
Symbolism & Significance
Conch produces Om. Discus destroys evil. Lotus represents liberation. Blue color symbolizes infinity.
Traditional Domains
Devotees traditionally pray to Vishnu for: protection and preservation, righteous living, family welfare, removal of sins, spiritual liberation.
Sacred Mantras
Beej Mantra
ॐ नमो नारायणाय