In Hindu philosophy, an avatar, avatara or avatarim (, ), most commonly refers to the incarnation (bodily manifestation) of a higher being (deva), or the Supreme Being (God) onto planet Earth. The Sanskrit word literally means "descent" and usually implies a deliberate descent into lower realms of existence for special purposes. The term is used primarily in Hinduism, for incarnations of Vishnu whom many Hindus worship as God. The Dasavatara (see below) are ten particular "great" incarnations of Vishnu. .

The word has also been used by extension to refer to the incarnations of God in other religions, especially by adherents to dharmic traditions when explaining figures from other religions such as Jesus.

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@Zeblue_Prime Speaking of awesome avatars, I have to say, yours takes the cake, as per usual.
felicitousfi (Felicitous Fi) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 06:26:31 -0000
@Zeblue_Prime Speaking of awesome avatars, I have to say, yours takes the cake, as per usual.
@mtp_55 hell of a movie we should all be avatars for halloween next year
TrulyLegendary (Derwoyne Redmond Jr) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 06:25:48 -0000
@mtp_55 hell of a movie we should all be avatars for halloween next year
Scotia bank theatre is packed! The 2 Avatars in 3D are sold out.. And didn't want shitty seats in sherlock holmes = no movie tonight..
Glori_bear (Gloria) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 06:16:46 -0000
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