Here is a brief overview of the ten incarnations (Dashavatara) of Lord Vishnu, each taken to restore cosmic order:

1. Matsya (Fish) – Saved the sacred Vedas and the sage Manu from a great flood.


2. Kurma (Tortoise) – Supported Mount Mandara on his back during the churning of the ocean for the nectar of immortality.


3. Varaha (Boar) – Rescued the Earth (personified as the goddess Bhudevi) from the demon Hiranyaksha, lifting it out of the ocean.


4. Narasimha (Half-Man, Half-Lion) – Destroyed the tyrant demon king Hiranyakashipu to protect his devotee, Prahlada.


5. Vamana (Dwarf) – Took three giant steps to humble the demon king Bali, reclaiming the heavens for the gods.


6. Parashurama (Warrior with an Axe) – Eradicated corrupt and oppressive rulers from the Earth multiple times.


7. Rama – The prince of Ayodhya who defeated the demon king Ravana, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.


8. Krishna – Played a crucial role in the Mahabharata, delivering the Bhagavad Gita, and vanquished several demons.


9. Buddha – Taught compassion, non-violence, and the path to enlightenment, emphasizing peace and spirituality.


10. Kalki (Future Warrior) – Yet to appear; believed to end the age of darkness and corruption, restoring righteousness.



Each incarnation of Lord Vishnu represents a divine intervention to restore Dharma (righteousness) in the universe.