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The first avatar of Lord Vishnu, symbolizing the preservation of life and knowledge during the great flood
The first avatar of Lord Vishnu, symbolizing the preservation of life and knowledge during the great flood
The first avatar of Lord Vishnu, symbolizing the preservation of life and knowledge during the great flood
Matsya is the first incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who took the form of a fish to save the first man, Manu, from the great flood. According to the Puranas, Matsya guided Manu's boat to the Himalayas, where he was instructed to collect and preserve the seeds of all plants and animals, thus ensuring the continuation of life on earth. Matsya is often depicted as a large fish with a human torso, symbolizing the connection between the aquatic and terrestrial worlds.
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