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Mohini Avatar
Apart from the ten main incarnations of Vishnu, known as dash avatar, there have been other times when he has appeared on earth in some form to solve a specific problem. One of the better-known occasions is when he transformed himself into the female enchantress, Mohini. She gave the nectar of immortality to the demi-gods, destroyed the demon Bhasmasur, and gave birth to a child who is worshipped as a God in his own right.
avatars
• incarnations
• vishnu
• dash avatar
• mohini
The Hindu Pantheon
In Hindu mythology Gods are classified according to their importance and divine powers. At the top of the heirarchy are the trinity of Supreme Gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Then come the demi-Gods who represent the forces of nature. The demi-Gods are always battling with their half-brothers, the Demons over control of Heaven.
gods
• demi-gods
• demons
• brahma
• vishnu
Manu's Descendents
Manu and Ananti had five children. His son Uttanpada carried on the lineage. Daksha was one of his descendents. Daksha's daughter married various sages and populated the world. The most important were Aditi and Diti who were the mothers of the demi-Gods and demons respectively.
brahma
• shatrupa
• saraswati
• manu
• manav