Vishnu as Sacrifice
Understand the concept of Yajna (sacrifice) as an incarnation of Vishnu, maintaining cosmic balance through rituals.
Satya Yuga – Svayambhuva Manvantara
Yajna
Yajneshwara, Yajna-Purusha
Essence of the Avatar
Purpose of Incarnation
To preside over sacrifices (Yajnas) and maintain cosmic order through ritual
Symbolic Meaning
Stories, Events & Teachings
Key Events
Became Indra during the Svayambhuva Manvantara
Led the Devas against the Asuras to protect dharma
Reinforced the sacred role of Yajnas in Vedic society
Stories & Leelas
Teachings
Sacrifice (Yajna) sustains the cosmos
Self-offering leads to divine union
Dharma and cosmic order are maintained through Yajna
Quick Facts
Category: Other
Era: Satya Yuga – Svayambhuva Manvantara
Place: Celestial Plane
Appearance: Deity of Sacrifice (Yajna-Purusha)
Associates: Svayambhuva Manu, Ruci, Akuti
Festivals: Yajna-related Vedic rites
No specific stotras currently linked to Yajna.
Scriptural References:
- Bhagavata Purana
- Vishnu Purana
- Rig Veda