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Venkateshwara

वेङ्कटेश्वर
Also known as: Vēṅkaṭēśvara, Śrīnivāsa, Balaji, Tirupati Perumal

About

The presiding deity of the Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple in Andhra Pradesh, one of the wealthiest and most visited temples in the world. An avatar of Vishnu who appeared to marry Padmavati. Represents compassion, grace, and the answering of devotees' prayers. His temple is visited by millions annually.

Attributes

CompassionWealthAnswering prayersTirumalaVishnu avatar

Symbols

ShankhaChakraTirumala hillsVimanaCrown
Consort
Padmavati, Sridevi, Bhudevi
Vahana (Mount)
Garuda

Associated Mantras

Om Vēṅkaṭeśvarāya Namaḥ
Venkateshwara Stotram
Suprabhatam
Venkateshwara Ashtakam

Festivals

BrahmotsavamVaikuntha EkadashiRatha SaptamiPadmavati Jayanti

Scriptures

Venkateshwara MahatmyaPuranasVaikhanasa Agamas

Regions Worshipped

TirumalaPan-IndiaWorldwide

Iconography

Standing form with four arms, holding shankha and chakra. One hand in varada mudra (boon-giving), one on hip. Crowned, adorned with jewels. Dark complexion, serene expression.