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Ranganatha

रङ्गनाथ
Also known as: Raṅganātha, Srirangam Perumal, Araṅgar, Bhoga Narayana

About

The presiding deity of the Srirangam Temple in Tamil Nadu, the largest functioning temple complex in the world. The reclining form of Vishnu on Adishesha. Central deity of Sri Vaishnavism. Represents cosmic rest, yoga nidra, and the supreme consciousness. Worshipped through the hymns of the Alvars.

Attributes

Cosmic restYoga nidraSrirangamSri Vaishnava centerSupreme consciousness

Symbols

AdisheshaLakshmi at feetBrahma from navelShankhaChakra
Consort
Lakshmi (Ranganayaki)
Vahana (Mount)
Adishesha

Associated Mantras

Om Raṅganāthāya Namaḥ
Ranganatha Stotram
Divya Prabandham

Festivals

Vaikuntha EkadashiRatha SaptamiPanguni UttiramAnnual temple festivals

Scriptures

Divya PrabandhamPuranasVaishnava Agamas

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.