Vishnu's Tortoise Avatar Churning of the Ocean of Immortality | Gods and Demons, Hindu Mythology Fine Art Print Size:30"x40" Botanical Nature

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Kawanabe Kyosai's 19th-century Japanese woodblock print captures the essence of the artist's distinctive style

One of the most common depictions was as a symbol of perseverance and determination

and one of the most revered deities in Hinduism

deities and sacred texts

Vishnu's Tortoise Avatar Churning of the Ocean of Immortality | Gods and Demons, Hindu Mythology Fine Art Print Size:30"x40" Botanical NatureThe devas were weakened by a curse from the sage, Durvasa. The asuras (demons), took advantage of this and conquered the three worlds. The gods sought Vishnu's help, who advised them to make a temporary alliance with the demons and churn the ocean of milk. They used Mount Mandara as the churning rod and Vasuki, the king of snakes, as the churning rope. Vishnu told the gods to hold Vasuki's tail and the demons to hold his head. Vishnu took the form of