“in Hindu folklore Rama is the epitome of chivalry and courage and obedience to sacred law”
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Ramachandra
a hero in Hindu mythology; an incarnation of Vishnu
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Balarama
elder brother of Krishna; an incarnation of Vishnu
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Parashurama
an incarnation of Vishnu who rid the earth of Kshatriyas
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avatar
the manifestation of a Hindu deity (especially Vishnu) in human or superhuman or animal form
