Vishnu

Description

Vishnu is one of the most important gods in the Hindu pantheon and, along with Brahma and Shiva, is considered a member of the holy trinity (Trimurti) of Hinduism. He is the most important god of Vaishnavism, the largest Hindu sect.Vishnu is the Preserver and guardian of people (Narayana), he protects the order of things (dharma) and, when necessary, he appears on earth in various incarnations or avatars to fight demons and fierce creatures and so maintain cosmic harmony. Arched slab carved in relief showing four-armed Vishnu standing on a double-lotus flanked by his consorts Sri Devi and Saraswati, who hold the chauri and the vina respectively. In the upper right hand he holds the gada, in the upper left the chakra, and in the lower left the sankha. He wears a kirita, vanamala and other ornaments. There is a halo behind the head, flanked by two gandharvas. Floral scroll and two kneeling devotees can be seen on the base in front.