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Narasimhi

नारसिंही
Also known as: Nārasiṃhī, Lion-faced Goddess, Pratyangira

About

One of the Saptamatrikas. The Shakti of Narasimha, the man-lion avatar of Vishnu. Represents the power that destroys evil and protects devotees. Often identified with Pratyangira Devi.

Attributes

Destruction of evilProtectionFierce compassion

Symbols

Lion faceClawsWeapons
Consort
Narasimha (Vishnu)

Associated Mantras

Om Nārasiṃhyai Namaḥ

Festivals

Saptamatrika Puja

Scriptures

Devī MāhātmyaPuranas

Regions Worshipped

South IndiaPan-India

Iconography

Lion-faced goddess. Four arms, holding weapons. Fierce, protective expression.