SHRI ESWARAYA NAMAHA

Lord Vishnu is one of the most revered and central deities in Hindu tradition. Known as the Preserver of the Universe , Vishnu represents stability, balance, and cosmic order. While Brahma is associated with creation and Shiva with dissolution, Vishnu’s role is to protect dharma (righteousness) and restore harmony whenever chaos threatens the cosmos.  The history of Lord Vishnu is vast, layered, and deeply philosophical, spanning from the earliest Vedic hymns to epic narratives, Puranic lore, and living devotional traditions followed by millions today. Origins of Lord Vishnu in the Vedic Period The earliest references to Vishnu appear in the Rig Veda , the oldest of the Vedic texts. In these hymns, Vishnu is not yet the supreme god he later becomes, but a cosmic force associated with light, space, and order .  He is described as the deity who takes three great strides , measuring the universe and establishing cosmic stability. This concept later evolves into the famous Vaman...

Long ago, there was a powerful asura named Bhasmasura . He was not satisfied with ordinary strength. He wanted unlimited power and believed that only severe penance could give it to him. So Bhasmasura went deep into the forests and began intense penance. He stood in heat and rain, day after day, year after year, without rest. His penance was so severe that it disturbed the balance of the world. Finally, Lord Shiva appeared before him. The Dangerous Boon Lord Shiva asked, “What do you want?” Without hesitation, Bhasmasura said, “ Grant me a boon that whoever I touch on the head should instantly turn to ashes .” Bound by the rules of penance, Lord Shiva granted the boon. At first, Bhasmasura was thrilled. But soon, his ego took over. He began misusing his power and creating fear everywhere. Blinded by pride, he even tried to test his power on Lord Shiva himself. At that moment, the gods realized that this unchecked power would destroy the world. Vishnu’s Clever Solution To prot...

Lord Ayyappan is one of the most widely worshipped deities in South India, especially associated with dharma, discipline, and balance .                       His divine origin as Hariharaputra  the son of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu in the Mohini form makes his story unique in Hindu tradition. One of the most important events that led to the manifestation of Lord Ayyappan is the story of  Bhasmasura  Thavam .  This story explains how excessive power gained through penance, when driven by ego, can threaten cosmic balance—and how divine intervention restores harmony. The tale of  Bhasmasura  is not just a mythological story; it is a deep spiritual lesson about discipline, humility, and the limits of desire . Who Was Bhasmasura? Bhasmasura was a powerful asura (demon) who possessed immense strength and ambition.  Unlike ordinary beings, Bhasmasura believed that true power could only be ac...

The Kurma Avatar is the second incarnation of Lord Vishnu among the Dashavatara. This avatar teaches a profound spiritual lesson: when the world loses balance, divine support silently holds everything together. Kurma Avatar appears during the great cosmic event known as Samudra Manthan (the Churning of the Ocean of Milk). At a critical moment, when the entire effort was about to fail, Lord Vishnu took the form of a giant tortoise (Kurma) and became the foundation that supported the universe’s most important task. Unlike heroic battles or dramatic displays of power, Kurma Avatar represents quiet strength, patience, and stability . What Is Kurma Avatar? The word “Kurma” means tortoise . In this avatar, Lord Vishnu appeared as a divine tortoise and positioned himself at the bottom of the cosmic ocean. On his back rested the massive Mandara Mountain , which was used as the churning rod during Samudra Manthan. Without Kurma Avatar: The mountain would sink The churning would c...