Narasimha Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Narasimha, the fourth Avatar or Incarnation of Lord Vishnu, as a half-man, half-lion who descended to defeat the demon king Hiranyakashipu. Every year, Narasimha Jayanti is observed on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaishakha. The day is also known as Narasimha Chaturdashi. This year, Narsimha Jayanti will be celebrated on May 21.
Narasimha Jayanti 2024: History
Narasimha is a manifestation of Lord Vishnu. Vishnu took on the form of Narasimha, a half-man and half-lion, to save his devotee Prahlada. As per mythology, the king Hiranyakashipu obtained exceptional powers that prevented him from being killed by God, demon, man, or animal at any time of day or night, inside or outdoors. Knowing this, Vishnu took the half-man, half-animal form (avatar) and slew the demon at the intersection of day and night.
Narasimha Jayanti 2024: Rituals
This day symbolises the triumph of good over evil forces. Lord Narasimha saved his disciple Pralhad from a raging fire, demonstrating God’s omnipotence. Worshipping him on Narasimha Jayanti bestows protection, protects against misfortune, and resolves issues.
- Narasimha Jayanti Madhyahna Sankalp Time – 10:56 AM to 01:40 PM
- Chaturdashi Tithi Begins – 05:39 PM on May 21, 2024
- Chaturdashi Tithi Ends – 06:47 PM on May 22, 2024
As per the drik Panchang, for observing the Narasimha Jayanti fast, devotees eat only one meal the day before the auspicious time. All grains and cereals are prohibited during the Narasimha Jayanti fast. Parana, which means breaking the fast, is done the following day at the appropriate hour.
On Narasimha Jayanti, devotees take Sankalp during Madhyahna and perform Lord Narasimha Puja before nightfall. It is said that Lord Narasimha emerged at dusk while Chaturdashi was in effect. It is recommended to keep a night vigil and perform Visarjan Puja the next morning. The fast should be broken the following day after completing Visarjan Puja and presenting Dana to Brahmin.
Narasimha Jayanti 2024: Wishes And Quotes
- On this occasion of Narasimha Jayanti, I pray that Lord Narasimha is always present to bless and lead us in our life.
- Let us commemorate Narasimha Jayanti by committing ourselves to Lord Narasimha’s bhakti!!!
- May justice reign supreme and triumph over wrong. Warm wishes on the occasion of Narasimha Jayanti.
- The event of Narasimha Jayanti serves as a constant reminder that doing the right thing pays off in unexpected ways.
- Lord Narasimha inspires us to always do the right thing. Happy Narasimha Jayanti.
