Significance of Narasimha Jayanti
Narasimha Jayanti marks the day when Lord Vishnu took the fierce form of Narasimha to protect his devotee Prahlada and defeat the demon king Hiranyakashipu.
According to Hindu mythology, Hiranyakashipu had received a boon that made him nearly invincible—he could not be killed by man or beast, inside or outside, during day or night, or with any weapon. Lord Narasimha bypassed these conditions by appearing at dusk, on a threshold, and using his claws to destroy the tyrant.
Divine Darshan of Sri Prahlada Narasimha, anointed with chandan as part of the Chandan Alankara seva at ISKCON Hare Krishna Hill, Rajajinagar.#narasimhajayanti #prahaladnarsimha #lakshminarasimha #narasimhajayanti2025 #harekrishnahill #vaikunthahill #iskconbangalore pic.twitter.com/CL7muebbFB
— ISKCON Bangalore (@ISKCONBangalore) May 9, 2025
Puja Timings and Rituals
The festival is observed on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the Vaishakha month. Devotees perform special prayers and rituals, including:
- Fasting: Many devotees observe a strict fast, consuming only sattvic food and avoiding grains.
- Sankalp: A vow is taken during Madhyahna (midday) to honor Lord Narasimha.
- Puja: Worship is conducted before sunset, including offerings of flowers, fruits, and Tulsi leaves.
- Night Vigil: Some devotees stay awake through the night, chanting mantras and performing Visarjan Puja the next morning.
11th May 2025 (Sunday) – Narasimha Jayanti
Narasimha Jayanti Sayana Kala Puja Time – 04:21 PM to 07:03 PM (for New Delhi)
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins – 05:29 PM on May 10, 2025
To check timings for your city please visithttps://t.co/2wpfpirhjh#NarasimhaJayanti pic.twitter.com/Y79YeA4sYg— Drik Panchang (@drikpanchang) May 10, 2025
Spiritual Benefits of Observing Narasimha Jayanti
Worshipping Lord Narasimha on this day is believed to bring protection, prosperity, and courage. His blessings are sought to overcome fear, negativity, and obstacles in life. The festival serves as a reminder that divine justice prevails, no matter how impossible the odds.
Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar tweeted early morning and wished people on this auspicious day.
ಉಗ್ರಂ ವೀರಂ ಮಹಾವಿಷ್ಣುಂ ಜ್ವಲಂತಂ ಸರ್ವತೋಮುಖಂ।
ನೃಸಿಂಹಂ ಭೀಷಣಂ ಭದ್ರಂ ಮೃತ್ಯೋರ್ಮೃತ್ಯುಂ ನಮಾಮ್ಯಹಂ||ನಾಡಿನ ಸಮಸ್ತ ಜನತೆಗೆ ನರಸಿಂಹ ಜಯಂತಿಯ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು. pic.twitter.com/aWWG7A0EOz
— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) May 11, 2025
Special Pujas and Aartis
Temples dedicated to Lord Narasimha, such as Ahobilam Narasimha Temple (Andhra Pradesh) and Simhachalam Temple (Visakhapatnam), are conducting grand rituals, including abhishekam (holy bath), aarti, and bhajans.
ISKCON centers in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru are hosting special kirtans, discourses, and prasad distribution.
Grand Rath Yatra in Telangana – A procession of Lord Narasimha’s idol is being carried through the streets of Yadadri Temple, accompanied by devotional singing and cultural performances.