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In Hindu mythology, Ananta Shesha is what type of cosmic being?
Answer
A cosmic serpent
Ananta Shesha is the cosmic serpent in Hindu mythology—an infinite, eternal snake upon which Lord Vishnu rests during cosmic sleep. Shesha also supports the Earth.
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Ananta means 'infinite' in Sanskrit; Shesha's name represents the infinite nature of the universe and the eternal support underlying all existence.
Other options people guess
- A celestial bird
- A fire demon
- A mountain giant
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- Ananta Shesha
- Hindu mythology
- serpent
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