Sri Swamy Vaari Kalyanam - Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
About
Sri Swamy Vari Kalyanam is a grand and sacred celestial wedding ceremony performed at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, celebrating the divine union of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy and Goddess Lakshmi Devi. This utsavam (festival) symbolizes the cosmic marriage of divine energies – protection (Narasimha) and prosperity (Lakshmi). Conducted with elaborate Vedic rituals, the Kalyanam is observed on auspicious days, especially during Brahmotsavams or on special occasions like Vaikunta Ekadashi and Narasimha Jayanti. Priests perform traditional marriage rituals including Sankalpam, Punyahavachanam, Mangalya Dharanam, and exchange of garlands, while devotees participate by singing devotional songs and witnessing the sacred union. The idols are beautifully decorated with flowers, ornaments, and wedding attire. Devotees who witness or participate in the Kalyanam believe it brings immense spiritual merit, blessings for marital harmony, family prosperity, and divine protection. It is a deeply devotional and emotionally fulfilling experience for all present.
The puja vidhi for Sri Swamy Vari Kalyanam begins with the preparation of the mandapam (wedding stage) where the Utsava Murtis of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy and Goddess Lakshmi Devi are beautifully adorned in bridal attire. The ritual starts with Sankalpam, followed by Punyahavachanam (purification with holy water) and Vighneswara Puja to remove obstacles. Priests then perform Kanyadanam, where Lakshmi Devi is offered to Lord Narasimha in marriage. The divine couple is honored with Jeelakarra-Bellam (cumin-jaggery paste) on their foreheads, symbolizing unity. Mangalya Dharanam (tying of the sacred thread) and garland exchange mark the completion of the celestial wedding. Vedic chants, Mangala Suktams, and Nadaswaram music elevate the spiritual energy. Devotees shower flower petals and chant in joy. The ceremony concludes with Aarti, Naivedyam, and blessings to the devotees. Witnessing or participating in this divine kalyanam grants blessings for happy marriages, prosperity, and divine grace.
Book Sri Swamy Vaari Kalyanam - Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
Benefits of Puja
Participating in or witnessing Sri Swamy Vari Kalyanam at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is considered highly auspicious and spiritually rewarding. This divine wedding ceremony symbolizes the sacred union of protection (Lord Narasimha) and prosperity (Goddess Lakshmi). Devotees believe that attending the Kalyanam grants blessings for marital harmony, early and successful marriage for the unmarried, peaceful family life, and prosperity in all aspects. It is also said to remove obstacles, doshas, and past karmic blocks related to relationships. Couples often attend this seva to strengthen their bond and invoke divine grace for long-lasting love and understanding. The positive vibrations from Vedic chants and rituals purify the environment and bring peace to the mind and soul. Offering seva during the Kalyanam is believed to bestow punya (spiritual merit) and attract the divine couple’s protection, wealth, and eternal blessings into one’s life. It is a deeply fulfilling and joyous devotional experience.
Place of Puja
At Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
Required Things (Puja Samagri)
The puja samagri is included in the Dakshina
Utsava idols or photos of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy and Lakshmi Devi (श्री लक्ष्मी नरसिंह स्वामी और लक्ष्मी देवी की मूर्ति या चित्र), Kalash with coconut and mango leaves (कलश, नारियल और आम के पत्ते), Ganga water or clean water (गंगाजल या स्वच्छ जल), turmeric (हल्दी), kumkum (कुमकुम), sandalwood paste (चंदन), akshata – turmeric-mixed rice (अक्षत), Betel leaves and areca nuts (पान के पत्ते और सुपारी), fruits and sweets for naivedyam (फल और मिठाई), flower garlands and fresh flowers (फूलों की माला और ताजे फूल), jeelakarra-bellam – cumin and jaggery paste (जीलकर्रा बेल्लम – जीरा और गुड़), new wedding clothes and jewelry (नवविवाह वस्त्र और आभूषण), incense sticks (अगरबत्ती), camphor (कपूर), ghee/oil lamp (घी या तेल का दीपक), mangal sutra (मंगलसूत्र), and aarti plate (आरती थाली). Optional items include Nadaswaram music instruments (वाद्य यंत्र) for celebration and prasad containers (प्रसाद पात्र)
When to Perform Sri Swamy Vaari Kalyanam - Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple?
This puja is performed every day
Puja Duration
1 To 1.30 hours
Yajman Details
- Total Yajman: 2