The word avatar is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning "descent."
An Avatar is a descent of spirit into form. Although all people are
spiritual beings encased in mortal bodies, the word avatar describes
the manifestation of God in human form. All people possess a divine
inner reality, but few manifest it. The avatar expresses divinity throughout
his incarnation. His earthly career is a sign of his everlasting love
for all people.
Generally, the avatar is described as a "coming down" from
a higher status to a lower one. But no! When the baby in the cradle
weeps, wails, and clamors for help, the mother stoops and takes it
in her arms. Her stoop is not to be described as a "coming down."
