Dhanvantari is the Hindu god of medicine and an avatar of Lord Vishnu. He is revered as the divine physician who emerged from the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan) holding a pot of Amrita, the nectar of immortality. Often depicted with four hands, he holds medical herbs, a conch, a discus, and the pot of Amrita. Dhanvantari is worshipped for health, healing, and longevity, and his teachings form the foundation of Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine. His appearance is celebrated during Dhanteras, a festival preceding Diwali, which focuses on health and prosperity.
