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Sacred Mantras

Lord Narasimha Mantras

नरसिंह

2 authoritative mantras for Lord Narasimha — chanted for centuries by sadhakas. Each with Sanskrit, transliteration, meaning and recitation guide.

How to recite

  • Sit facing east or north; spine straight; eyes closed or soft-focused.
  • Count repetitions on a 108-bead mala (one round = 108).
  • Morning brahma muhurta (4-6 AM) is most potent. Daily consistency > intensity.
  • Beej mantras require initiation (diksha) from a guru for full effect.
Invocation 108x

ॐ उग्रं वीरं महाविष्णुं ज्वलन्तं सर्वतोमुखम्। नृसिंहं भीषणं भद्रं मृत्युमृत्युं नमाम्यहम्॥

Om Ugram Veeram Maha-vishnum Jvalantam Sarvato-mukham | Nrisimham Bheeshanam Bhadram Mrityu-mrityum Namaamyaham

Meaning

I bow to Narasimha — fierce, heroic, the great Vishnu, blazing, all-faced, terrifying yet auspicious, the death of death himself.

Benefit

Narasimha Maha Mantra — fiercest protective shield. Recited for protection from sudden danger, hostile attacks, black magic.

Gayatri 108x

ॐ वज्रनखाय विद्महे तीक्ष्णदंष्ट्राय धीमहि। तन्नो नारसिंहः प्रचोदयात्॥

Om Vajra-nakhaaya Vidmahe Teekshna-damshtraaya Dhimahi | Tanno Naarasimhah Prachodayaat

Meaning

May we know Him of the thunderbolt-claws; may we meditate on Him of sharp fangs. May Narasimha inspire us.

Benefit

Narasimha Gayatri — daily protection, removal of inner enemies (greed, lust, anger).

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