Narasimha Jayanti is an important festival among the Hindus as it commemorates the birth of Lord Narasimha, the fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Narasimha Jayanti is also known as Narasimha Chatudashi. The significant Hindu festival celebrates the fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Lord Narasimha, the half-man, half-lion form.
The festival signifies the victory of good over evil, with Narasimha’s emergence from the pillar symbolising the triumph of righteousness. Narasimha Jayanti is primarily celebrated in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where the deity Naramsimha is highly revered.
About Narasimha Jayanti
This year, Narasimha Jayanti will be observed on Sunday, May 11, 2025. The day marks the form of Lord Vishnu, who emerged to destroy the demon king Hiranyakashipu. In Hindu mythology, Hiranyakashipu was a demon king known for his arrogance and his pursuit of immortality. After Hiranyakashipu’s brother’s death, he performed penance to Brahma, seeking invulnerability.
After receiving the wish for immortality, he became extremely arrogant and powerful. He compelled everyone to worship him as the supreme god. This arrogance led Lord Vishnu to take the form of a half-man, half-lion in order to defeat Hiranyakashipu.
Date and time of Narasimha Jayanti
Narasimha Jayanti will be observed on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
Narasimha Jayanti Sayana Kala Puja Time: 04:21 PM to 07:03 PM
Chaturdsashi Tithi Begins: 05:29 PM on May 10, 2025
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends: 08:01 PM on May 11, 2025
Rituals of Narasimha Jayanti
The rules and guidelines for observing Narasimha Jayanti fasting are similar to those of Ekadashi fasting. Devotees eat only a single meal one day before Narasimha Jayanti. All types of grains and cereals are prohibited during Narasimha Jayanti fasting. On this auspicious day, devotees should wake up early and take a bath before Sunrise. Clean your home with Gangajal and wear neat and clean clothes. It is best to visit the Lord Narasimha temple on this day to seek blessings.
But if you can’t visit the temple, you can worship the deity at home. Prepare an asan and put a yellow cloth on it. Place the idols of Lord Narasimha and offer flowers, bhog (kheer, fruits, and dry fruits), and recite Vishnu Sahasranama, Vishnu Stotra, Geeta, and finally perform Lord Narasimha aarti.
