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Flora Lamson Hewlett Library

Berkeley, California

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Ananta-Sayana, "Eternal Sleep of Vishnu"
  • Ananta-Sayana, "Eternal Sleep of Vishnu"
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  • 8.3 x 11.7 in (21.08 x 29.72 cm)
  • Inv: 2024.035
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Vishnu, one of the main deities of Hinduism, is shown lying in deep meditation (yoga nidra) on the serpent, Sheshanaga. The scene is known as Ananta-Sayana, meaning "Eternal Sleep of Vishnu," representing the cosmic equilibrium and the infinite nature of the universe.

  • Subject Matter: Vishnu, Hinduism
  • Collections: Sacred World Art Collection
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