Amrita
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Amrita, Amrit or Amata in Pali, is a Sanskrit word that means "immortality". It is a central concept within Indian religions and is often referred to in ancient Indian texts as an elixir. Its first oc
Mohini, the female form of Vishnu, holding the pot of amrita, which she distributes amongst all the devas, leaving the asuras without it. Darasuram, Tamil Nadu, India
Vishnu took the form of the beauty Mohini and distributed the amrita to devas. When Svarabhānu tried to steal the amrita, his head was cut off.
Old Sikh fresco art from the Akal Takht, Amritsar of Guru Gobind Singh preparing Amrit
Durvasa
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In Hindu scriptures, Durvasa, also known as Durvasas, is a legendary rishi. He is the son of Anasuya and Atri. According to some Puranas, Durvasa is a partial avatar of Shiva, known for his irrascibil
A painting depicting Durvasa cursing Shakuntala
Durvasa curses Narayana.
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