The Hindu deity was Krishna. He is noted to be the as the eight incarnation of Vishnu, embodying love and divine joy that can destroy pain and sin. He is an initiator of all forms of knowledge. He is also the god of compassion, tenderness. He is a popular widely known Indian divinities. He is always depicted on idols as black or blue skinned. However, ancient reliefs showed icons with natural color. The earliest literature that described Krishna is on the epic Mahabharata. He is central on many chapters of the story. There are numerous versions of his life story. They share same story lines but differs on specific and details.
