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10 Avatars of Lord Vishnu Will Amaze You

Hinduism, with its rich mythology, suggests the concept of avatars, incarnations of deities on Earth to fulfil specific purposes. These divine manifestations are often seen as a way for the Gods to interact with humanity and restore balance in the world.

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The fish avatar of Vishnu, who saved the world from a great flood.

1. Matsya

The tortoise avatar of Vishnu, who helped churn the cosmic ocean to obtain the nectar of immortality.

2. Kurma

The boar avatar of Vishnu, who rescued the Earth from the depths of the ocean.

3. Varaha

The fourth avatar of Vishnu, is a half-lion and half-man. He appeared to kill Hiranyakashipu, ending religious persecution and restoring dharma.

4. Narsimha

The Vamana avatar of Vishnu, who tricked the demon king Bali into giving him three steps of land.

5. Vamana

The sixth avatar of Vishnu, known for his anger and his role in destroying the Kshatriya caste.

6. Parashurama

The seventh avatar of Vishnu, who is an ideal man and is revered for his righteousness and devotion to his wife Sita. He destroyed demon Ravana.

7. Rama

The eighth avatar of Vishnu, who is one of the most popular and complex deities in Hinduism. He is known for his mischievous nature, his wisdom, and his role in the Bhagavad Gita.

8. Krishna

The ninth avatar of Vishnu, who is considered the founder of Buddhism. While Buddhism is a separate religion, it is often seen as a part of the Hindu tradition.

9. Buddha

The tenth and final avatar of Vishnu, who is predicted to appear at the end of the Kali Yuga to destroy evil and usher in a new age.

10. Kalki