
It can be considered a union of Sattva (purity) soul of Vishnu and Tamas (darkness) soul of Shiva. Shiva’s union cannot be considered homosexual as it was done with an avatar, Mohini but not actually Vishnu himself. Similarly, Mohini was reincarnated, transferred from Vishnu’s physical body to a beautiful ‘apsara’ Mohini as the sign of rebirth. Can it be considered Homosexual?Īs it is said in Hindu stories, the cycle of life and rebirth goes on as the immortal soul have the power to change physical bodies.

After the union, Vishnu revealed his true form as the sign that Mohini has the power to suppress even God Shiva.Īlso Read : What Vedas Say About The Holiness And Sacredness Of CowĪfter the union with Shiva, Vishnu refused to show his magnificently beautiful female avatar, Mohini. Shiva was tamed by Kama (the power of love and desire). When Vishnu convert himself into Mohini, the female form, Shiva became insane for her beauty and began chasing her in front of Parvati, his wife Parvati. ( Sources)Īccording to Bhagavata Purana, Vishnu, from his female Maya deceives demons after which Shiva wanted to meet Mohini again. The speculation lies everywhere and so in the story of Shiva’s connection with Mohini. The most famous and prominent tale of her life is her union with Shiva.

She was so attractive that even Shiva was insane for her beauty. Portrayed as an enchantress, Mohini, enchanter of the heart, is known for her skill to madden asuras as well as devas. Mohini, the only female Vishnu avatar, became an important part of the episode of ‘ Samudra Manthan’ in which she acquires ‘amrita’ from Asuras and gives it to Devas to make them immortal. She was first introduced in the Mahabharata.

As far as Vishnu’s reincarnation is concerned, the most unusual avatar would the seductive and beautiful Mohini. The protector and conserver of the universe, God Vishnu is prominent for his various avatar which is very significant in Hindu Epics and Stories. Hindu dharma is that one religion which holds unbound reincarnation, especially when God Vishnu is concerned.
