Lord Vishnu is the protector of the universe and Lord Narasimha is a fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu who appeared on earth to kill the demon Hiranyakashyapu and protected his ardent devotee Bhakt Prahalad.
Who is Lord Narasimha?
Lord Narasimha was not a full human but he was half human and half lion. He is depicted with a fierce look with four to sixteen hands carrying different weapons and one free hand in Abhaya mudra.
His Appearance
The story of Prahlada illustrates Lord Narasimha's intense commitment to safeguard those who are devoted to him.
He Protects the Devotees
Lord Narasimha incarnated to kill the demon Hiranyakashipu, who was granted a boon that he could not be killed by man or beast, during day or night, inside or outside. Lord Narasimha emerged at dusk on the threshold in the form of Nara-Simha, and killed the demon.
Killed the Demon
Devotees should chant Narasimha Mantra to remove all the obstacles from life and the Mantra is Ugram Veeram Maha Vishnum Jwalantam Sarvato Mukham Narasimham Bheeshnam Bhadram Mrityor Mrityum Namamyaham
Narasimha Mantra
It is believed that people who are suffering from fear problem, must worship him with devotion to become fearless and powerful. The deity, with his formidable form, represents the triumph of courage over fear.
Fearlessness and Courage
क्या तुलसी पत्ते की माला को सुई-धागे से गूंथ सकते हैं?