Vishnu

HinduThe preserver and protector

MythologyHindu

RoleThe preserver and protector

About Vishnu

One of the Trimurti, responsible for maintaining the universe. Has 10 avatars including Rama and Krishna. Rides the bird Garuda. Sleeps on the cosmic serpent Shesha between cycles of creation. His consort Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth.

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