Narsimha Jayanti 2025: Date, Rituals and Significance

• 07 May 2025
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Hindus across India participate in grand celebrations with deep devotion during the distinctive Hindu festival called Narasimha Jayanti. On this important day Lord Narasimha manifested as a half-man half-lion incarnation of Vishnu to defend devotee Prahlada while destroying the demonic king Hiranyakashipu to establish righteousness. Let’s explore the date, rituals, and deep significance of Narasimha Jayanti 2025, using high-traffic keywords to guide devotees and seekers alike.

Date and Mahurat of Narasimha Jayanti 2025?

In 2025, Narasimha Jayanti falls on Sunday, May 11. Narasimha Jayanti follows the Hindu lunar cycle by taking place on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in Vaishakh month of the Hindu calendar. The most auspicious time for the evening puja-known as Sayana Kala-is from 4:21 PM to 7:03 PM. The Chaturdashi Tithi begins at 5:29 PM on May 10 and ends at 8:01 PM on May 11, 2025.

Significance of Narsimha Jayanti

Lord Vishnu came as Narasimha to defend his follower Prahlada while destroying King Hiranyakashipu during Narasimha Jayanti. The festival brings important lessons about how good triumphs over evil yet illustrates faith's power alongside the Divine's constant support for those who practice righteousness.

Worshipping Lord Narasimha on this day is believed to:

• Remove fear and negative energies
• Protect from enemies and obstacles
• Bestow spiritual strength, courage, and peace
• Spiritual awakening together with inner transformation serves as guidance for followers of the faith.

How to Celebrate Narasimha Jayanti 2025? (Rituals and Puja Vidhi)

Follow these steps to honor Narasimha Jayanti: First follow the fasting rituals followed by sacred prayer practices accompanied by religious ceremonies.

• Fasting (Vrat): Devotees observe a strict fast, often nirjala (without water) or with fruits and milk if needed. The fast is broken after the evening puja.
• Puja Preparation: Place Lord Narasimha's idol or image on an altar while draping it with red or yellow cloth. If unavailable, worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi’s photo.
• Offerings: Present flowers, fruits, saffron, dry fruits (panchmeva), coconut, turmeric rice, yellow cloth and tulsi leaves. Black sesame seeds and panchgavya are also offered.
• Sacred Mantras: Chant the powerful Narasimha Mantra:

|| Ugram Viram Maha Vishnum Jvalantam Sarvato Mukham

Nrisimham Bhishanam Bhadram Mrityur Mrityum Namamy Aham ||

• Aarti and Havan: Perform aarti and if possible, a havan (fire ritual) to invoke divine blessings.
• Jagran: The practice of staying awake entire night and chanting god’s name earns tremendous blessings from devotional practices.

Modern Ways to Celebrate

With technology, devotees now join virtual pujas, live-stream temple rituals, and participate in online satsangs. Many also engage in charity and community service, embodying the festival’s spirit of compassion and righteousness. People can also get detailed guidance from our expert astrologers by chatting with them online for the enquiring more about the event.

Conclusion

Narasimha Jayanti is more than a festival-it’s a celebration of faith, resilience, and the assurance that the Divine always protects those who uphold truth and devotion. By observing the rituals and reflecting on Lord Narasimha’s story, devotees are inspired to walk the path of righteousness, courage, and compassion.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When is Narasimha Jayanti in 2025?
 

Nararimha Jayanti falls on Chaturdashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the Month of Vaishakh. It corresponds on 11th May 2025.

What is the puja muhurat?

The Pooja Muhurat or the best time for worship starts from 4:21 PM and ends at 7:03 PM. (Sayana Kala).

Is fasting compulsory on Narasimha Jayanti?

Fasting is highly recommended but can be adjusted as per health conditions.

What are the benefits of worshipping Lord Narasimha?

A: Lord Narshimha, the 4th Avatar of Lord Vishnu, is known for his fierce nature. Therefore, he is Removal of fear, protection, spiritual strength and overcoming negativity.