Yoga-Narashimha, the Man-Lion form of Vishnu

Narasimha (man-lion) is an incarnated form of the Hindu god Vishnu who appeared as an avatar on Earth to defeat a specific demon-king. Many images of this deity depict him in the act of disemboweling his victim. Here, however, he has been presented in a peaceful attitude, seated in a yogic posture ready for meditation, with a yoga band supporting his knees. He holds Vishnu's usual symbols, a wheel and conch.

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