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Ranganatha

रङ्गनाथ
Also known as: Raṅganātha, Araṅgar, Srirangam Perumal

About

The reclining form of Vishnu worshipped at Srirangam, the largest functioning temple complex in the world. Central deity of Sri Vaishnavism. Represents the cosmic rest and the state of yoga nidra. Worshipped through the hymns of the Alvars.

Attributes

Cosmic restYoga nidraSrirangamSri Vaishnava center

Symbols

AdisheshaLakshmiBrahma from navel
Consort
Lakshmi (Ranganayaki)
Vahana (Mount)
Adishesha

Associated Mantras

Om Raṅganāthāya Namaḥ
Ranganatha Stotram
Divya Prabandham

Festivals

Vaikuntha EkadashiRanganatha temple festivals

Scriptures

Divya PrabandhamPuranas

Regions Worshipped

SrirangamTamil NaduSouth India

Iconography

Reclining on Adishesha. Four arms: one supports head, others hold shankha, chakra, gada. Lakshmi at feet. Brahma emerges from navel lotus. Serene, cosmic expression.