NARASIMHA JAYANTI: THE FOURTH NARASIMHA JAYANTI: THE FOURTH INCARNATION OF LORD VISHNU INCARNATION OF LORD VISHNU From the Editor's Desk: Narasimha Jayanti - The fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu Narsimha Jayanti is another important festival among the Hindus and is celebrated on Vaisakh Chaturdashi (14th day) of the Shukla Paksh. Narsimha is the fourth incarnation of it Lord Vishnu where he appeared as a man-lion that is the face was like a lion and the trunk was like a man. He had killed demon Hiranyakashipu on this day. All Lord Vishnu devotees also observe fast on this day. It is known that Narsimha appeared during the sunset on Chaturdashi and that is why the puja is performed during those hours. The purpose of Narasimha Jayanti is to remove Adharm and to follow the path of Dharam. Dharam is to perform correct deeds and not harm anyone. Fasting on Narsimha Jayanti is said to relieve all problems of devotees. They should try to meditate and recite mantras in isolation for better results. There are numerous temples in southern India that are dedicated Lord Narsimha where regular prayers and pujas are offered to the Lord. Strong dedication is required to be priests in the temples of Narsimha and devotees should also meditate while in temple. A TO Z INDIA ● MAY 2023 ● PAGE 4