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Pratyangira

प्रत्यङ्गिरा
Also known as: Pratyaṅgirā, Narasimhi, Lion-faced

About

The lion-faced goddess who counters black magic and negative forces. Represents the power that turns back (pratyangira) all evil. Associated with Narasimhi. Worshipped for protection against enemies and curses.

Attributes

Counter-magicProtectionEnemy destructionLion-faced

Symbols

Lion faceFireWeapons

Associated Mantras

Om Pratyangirāyai Namaḥ
Pratyangirā Kavacham

Scriptures

Pratyangirā TantraPuranas

Regions Worshipped

Tamil NaduPan-India (tantric traditions)

Iconography

Lion-faced goddess, fierce expression. Often depicted with flames. Multiple arms holding weapons. Sometimes shown as dark or red complexion.