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Worshipping a Kurma Avtaar idol is believed to bring protection and blessings to the devotee, as well as help in overcoming obstacles and challenges in life. It is also considered a way of showing reverence and devotion to Lord Vishnu, one of the most important deities in Hinduism. In this avatar, Lord Vishnu takes the form of a turtle to help the Devas (gods) and Asuras (demons) in churning the ocean of milk to obtain Amrita, the elixir of immortality.In some Hindu traditions, Kurma Avtaar is also associated with the creation myth, as the turtle is seen as a symbol of the universe. It is believed that the whole universe rests on the back of a giant turtle, which is none other than Lord Kurma himself.