Tuesday, 11 June 2013

The ruler beyond the earth

Lord Vishnu sleeping on a coiled serpent. Chalukya Period. Relief in Sanctuary # 9, Aihole, 6th century A.D.

Lord Vishnu is said to rest in the coils of Ananta, the great serpent of Infinity, while he waits for the universe to recreate itself.


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