Bhagwan Vishnu on stamps

LORD VISHNU ON STAMPS

Vishnu is described in the Vedas as the supreme power of the whole world. The importance of Vishnu ji is highest in Sanatan. Vishnu is one of the three gods of the Trimurti. Lord Vishnu is the maintainer of the universe. Vishnu married Lakshmi, son of Bhrigu, son of Brahma. He holds Padma (Lotus) in his lower left hand, Gada (Kaumodaki) in his lower right hand, Shankha (Panchjanya) in his upper left hand and Chakra (Sudarshan) in his upper right hand. Although there are many incarnations of Vishnu in Hindu scriptures, he has 10 main incarnations. According to Hindu beliefs, whenever there is a loss of religion and upliftment of unrighteousness, then Vishnu incarnates in the form of a part for the protection of the gentlemen and the destruction of the wicked.

Thailand stamps depicts of Vishnu, issued as on 2nd June 2009

7th Century Hindu Sculpture of Lord Vishnu. Bhagwan Vishnu Ji in Vishwaroopa form at Changu Narayan Temple, Changu Narayan Temple situated in Bhaktapur District of Nepal. Nepal Post issued stamps featuring the statue of Vishwaroopa, Date of issue 27th December 2004

A set of two stamps featuring Lord Vishnu was issued at Balipex 2024. This set showcases Lord Vishnu, a major deity in Hindu mythology. These stamps are a valuable addition to any philatelic collection.

Sri Talpagiri Ranganatha Swamy temple is an ancient and historical Hindu temple located in Nelore. Where Lord Vishnu is the main deity. Lord Vishnu appears here resting on Audiseshu with Sridevi and Bhudevi at his feet and Brahma at Nabhi on padmam. The temple first found by a Pallawa King 7th Century and later reconstructed by King Raja Mahendra Verma in 12th Century. Every year during the month of March-April, a grand festival is celebrated, called as Brahmotsavams.

Andhra Pradesh Postal Circle issued a special cover as on 19th March 2022

Cambodian stamps depicting on four-armed torso of Vishnu 11th century Sculpture of Khember. Cambodia Post issued stamps as on 13th April 1991

Lakshman Temple, Khajuraho is UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Hindu Temple build in 930-950 AD and build by Yashovarman, also known as Lakshavarman, was a king of the Chandela dynasty of India. This Temple dedicated to Vaikuntha Vishnu. Vaikuntha Vishnu is a four headed aspect of the Hindu God Vishnu.

Togo stamps, Date of issue 1st January 2013

Guinea stamps on Lakshman Temple, Date of issue 10th February 2011

Tirumala Venkateswara Temple at Tirupati is one of the most famous temples in India. With more than 35 million pilgrims visiting the temple every year, it is one of the most visited holy places and also one of the richest temples in the world. Built on the Venkata Hill, which is a part of the famous Seshachalam Hills, Tirupati Temple is considered as one of the holiest shrines by the Hindus. According to a legend, Lord Vishnu assumed the form of Sri Venkateswara to save mankind from the adversities of Kali Yuga

Guinea stamps on Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Date of issue 10th February 2011

Laos issued a 1958 set of 4 stamps on the Inauguration of UNESCO Headquarters Building, Paris. In this one of the stamps depicts Lord Vishnu on the right side and Apsara on the left side. Date of issue 3rd November 1958.

The biggest Lord Vishnu riding Garuda Sculpture is Located inside Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park in Ungasan, Badung, on the island of Bali, Indonesia. The world’s tallest statue of a Hindu deity, the fourth-tallest statue in the world. The height of statue is 246 feet (75 meters) and the wingspan of Garuda is 219 feet. The entire structure was built from 754 modules, pieced together to form a gargantuan statue weighing more than 3 tons, with a steel frame covered in a copper and brass skin. On top of Vishnu’s head sits a 3.5-ton crown covered with gold-plated mosaics.

Date of issue, 8th October 2018

Nepal Stamps depicts of Vishnu, issued as on 14th April 1959

Varadharaja Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu located in the city of Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. Lord Athi Varadhar rises from his abode the Anantha Saras temple tank in the Devaraja Swamy Temple in Kanchipuram town of Tamil Nadu, Once in every 40 years. The Previous occasion was on 1st July 2019, and Lord had given dharshan for 48 days. On this occasion Tamil Nadu Postal Circle issued a Special Cover from Kanchipuram as on 18th July 2019. 

Muktinath Temple

Mukitinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Date of issue 31st December 1974

Goddess Lakshmi

Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth, fortune, power, beauty, fertility and prosperity. She is wife of Lord Vishnu.

Nepal Lichchhabi Coin 5th Century A.D. on Stamps, depicting Goddess Lakshmi, Date of issue 16th December 1979 

The festival of Nuakhai is celebrated every year on Bhadraba Sukla Panchami date. Nua means new and Khai means food i.e. Hindi meaning of Nuakhai is 'new food'. Goddess Samaleswari is worshiped on the day. Goddess Samaleswari is worshiped as Adishakti, Jagatjanani, Mahasaraswati and Mahalaxmi. People wear new and traditional attires. Elders of the family first offer Nua to the deity and later distribute it among the family members., Date of issue 20th February 2024 

The Ninth incarnation of Lord Vishnu

Lord Vishnu, one of the Hindu Trinity, is believed to have descended to Earth in ninth different incarnations, known as avatars, to uphold dharma and restore balance in the universe.

These ten avatars are:

1. Matsya: Fish

2. Kurma: Tortoise

3. Varaha: Boar

4. Narasimha: Half-man, half-lion

5. Vamana: Dwarf

6. Parashurama: Rama with an axe

7. Rama: Prince of Ayodhya

8. Krishna: The cowherd god

9. Kalki: The future savior

The Shri Kshetra Narasimha Jhira temple, an ancient cave temple located in Bidar, is dedicated to Lord Narasimha, an avatar of Lord Vishnu. To reach the temple, devotees must traverse a 300-meter-long tunnel. Inside the cave, a magnificent self-manifested idol of Lord Narasimha is carved into the laterite wall, adding to the temple's sacredness and antiquity. India post issued a Special Cover from Bidar as on 9th January 2019.