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Narasimha Chaturdashi
Narasimha Chaturdashi
April 30, 2026TwilightTemple Hall
Appearance day of Lord Narasimhadeva, the half-man half-lion incarnation.
About This Festival
Narasimha Jayanti celebrates the appearance of Lord Narasimhadeva - the half-man half-lion incarnation who protected His devotee Prahlada from the demon Hiranyakashipu.
Lord Narasimha emerged from a pillar at twilight to protect His pure devotee.
Spiritual Significance
- The Lord always protects His devotees
- Krishna can appear in any form
- Pure devotion has no enemies
- Honors devotion of Prahlada Maharaja
Sacred Mantras
Narasimha Pranama
Namaste Narasimhaya Prahladahlada Dayine | Hiranyakashipor Vakshah Shila-tanka Nakhalaye ||
Meaning: I offer my obeisances to Lord Narasimha, who gives joy to Prahlada.
How We Celebrate
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Fasting until twilight2
Special abhisheka of Narasimha deity3
Recitation of Narasimha stotras4
Reading of Prahlada's storyImportant Timings
Puja Time:Twilight
Break Fast:After twilight
