vishnu

Thân thiện

A devotee offers flowers before a statue of Vishnu.

Definition

Noun: 1. A major Hindu deity: Vishnu is one of the principal deities of Hinduism, forming the Trimurti (trinity) with Brahma and Shiva. He is revered as the preserver and protector of the universe, responsible for maintaining cosmic order (dharma). 2. The sustainer: In his role as preserver, Vishnu is believed to descend to Earth in various forms, known as avatars, to restore balance and righteousness whenever the world is threatened by evil or chaos.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • Vishnu is often depicted with blue skin and four arms, holding symbolic objects.
  • Devotees pray to Vishnu for protection and the preservation of harmony in their lives.
  • The temple's central shrine is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Advanced Usage

• "An avatar of Vishnu": Refers to one of the earthly incarnations believed to be taken by Vishnu. The most famous avatars include Rama and Krishna.
  • In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna reveals himself as an avatar of Vishnu.

Variants and Related Words

• Vaishnavism (n): A major tradition within Hinduism that focuses on the worship of Vishnu and his avatars as the supreme deity.
  • Vaishnavism is one of the most widely practiced Hindu traditions.
• Vaishnava (n): A follower or devotee of Vishnu.
  • The Vaishnava pilgrims traveled to the sacred temple.

Synonyms

• The Preserver: A direct reference to his primary cosmic function.
• Narayana: Another name for Vishnu, often used in scriptures and prayers.
• Hari: A common epithet for Vishnu, meaning "the remover".

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "To play the role of Vishnu": Used metaphorically to describe someone who acts to protect, preserve, or restore order in a situation.
  • In the crisis, the community leader played the role of Vishnu, calming fears and organizing aid.

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Noun

1. the sustainer; a Hindu divinity worshipped as the preserver of worlds

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