Lord Vishnu

Lord Vishnu

 (2 x 2 ft) Acrylic on Canvass
Lord Vishnu is blue as the sky, and like the sky always watches over the earth. His lotus shaped eyes, winsome smile, broad shoulders, and dark complexion – rouses love in devotees. His earrings are shaped like a Makara. Makara, or Capricorn, is a fabulous sea-monster: part-fish, part-elephant. It is the insignia of Vishnu’s son, Madana, lord of desire, union and growth. When Madana’s body, was destroyed by Shiva’s third eye, his spirit entered Vishnu who took over his functions, presiding over the life-giving rites of conception symbolised by these characteristic earrings. The Beautiful crown with Kaustubha jewel symbolizes His supreme authority. His beautiful consort Lakshmi resides in His chest. Garuda and Anjaneya, His ardent devotees are always with Him. Gajendra symbolizes the Moksha whereas the sages are there to recite His 1000 names