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Ananthapadmanabha

Ananthapadmanabha is a revered form of the Hindu god Vishnu, representing boundless, infinite existence. The name "Anantha" signifies eternity and infinity, while "Padmanabha" refers to him resting on a thousand-petal lotus, symbolizing purity and creation. He embodies the unchanging, eternal presence that sustains the universe amidst cosmic cycles of creation and destruction. Devotees see him as the ultimate reality, offering spiritual comfort and emphasizing the enduring, infinite nature of the divine. This form highlights Vishnu’s role as the eternal protector and the limitless principle underlying all existence.