Avatars and Incarnations

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How many avatars of Vishnu are there commonly recognized?

There are ten avatars, known as the Dashavatara.

Which avatar of Vishnu is known as the supreme teacher of the Bhagavad Gita?

Krishna is the supreme teacher of the Bhagavad Gita.

Who is the dwarf avatar of Vishnu who subdued the demon king Bali?

Vamana is the dwarf avatar.

Which fish avatar of Vishnu saved Manu from the great flood?

Matsya is the fish avatar.

Which avatar of Vishnu is a half-man, half-lion?

Narasimha is the half-man, half-lion avatar.

What is the name of the avatar of Vishnu who is a warrior prince and the hero of the Ramayana?

Rama is the warrior prince in the Ramayana.

Which avatar of Vishnu appeared as a turtle to support Mount Mandara?

Kurma is the turtle avatar.

What role does the avatar Parashurama play in Hindu mythology?

Parashurama is known as the warrior-sage who fought against the corrupt Kshatriyas.

Which avatar of Vishnu is a boar who rescued the earth from the demon Hiranyaksha?

Varaha is the boar avatar.

Who is the future avatar of Vishnu expected to appear at the end of the present age?

Kalki is the future avatar.

How is Vishnu depicted in his avatar as Buddha?

Vishnu as Buddha is depicted as a sage teaching peace and enlightenment.

Which animal is associated with the avatar Krishna?

The cow is associated with Krishna.

Which demon king was defeated by the avatar Rama?

Ravana was defeated by Rama.

What is unique about the avatar of Kurma in Hindu mythology?

Kurma supported the churning of the ocean, providing stability as a turtle.

Which avatar of Vishnu is known for being a teacher of dharma and justice?

Krishna is known for teaching dharma and justice in the Bhagavad Gita.