# The glories of Ganges
*Mother Gaṅgā (the Ganges) is the most sacred river, emanating from the lotus feet of Lord Viṣṇu. She descends through all three planetary systems, purifying all who bathe in her waters or even remember her.*
## Emanates from Krishna's Lotus Feet
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## Purifies All Three Worlds
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## The Power of Bathing in Ganges
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## Simply Remembering Ganges Brings Purification
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## Flows from Lord Vishnu's Toe
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## Great Personalities Worship Mother Ganga
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## From the Index
- [[index/entries/ganges-river|Ganges River]] — Sacred river
- [[index/entries/ganges-water|Ganges Water]] — Purifying waters
- [[index/entries/holy-place|Holy Place]] — Sacred tīrthas
- [[index/entries/purification|Purification]] — Through Ganges