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In Hinduism, the second in the triad of gods (with Brahma and Shiva) representing three aspects of Brahman, the supreme spirit. Vishnu is the Preserver, and is believed to have assumed human appearance in nine avatars, or incarnations, in such forms as Rama and Krishna. His worshippers are the Vaishnavas.

Vishnu is sometimes depicted reclining on the thousand-headed serpent Ananta. In his four hands, he holds a conch, a discus, a club, and a lotus. The discus and club are to destroy evil, the conch and lotus are for blessing his followers. He is usually shown with blue skin. Vishnu's consort is Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and good fortune.

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