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avatara
(avatāra )
(Language: Sanskrit)
Alternate Spellings:
avatar
Short Description:
the earthly "descent," incarnation, or manifestation of God
Long Description:
the earthly "descent," incarnation, or manifestation of God, especially of Vishnu in the Hindu tradition.
Example(s):
Source(s):
The Fullness of God: Frithjof Schuon on Christianity
,
by
Frithjof Schuon
, edited by
Dr. James S. Cutsinger
Notes & References:
Related Terms:
Provided By: Dictionary of Spiritual Terms