Ashtotharam Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
About
Chanting a deity's 108 names is known as ashtotharam. The Ashtotharam is the revered custom at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple. The Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Ashtottara Shatanamavali is chanted by experienced priests or devotees. These names honour Lord Vishnu's manifestation, Lord Narasimha. He is renowned for his strength, defence, and kindness. Every name emphasises a heavenly attribute, such as overcoming evil or extending kindness. At the feet of the Lord, flowers or turmeric rice (akshata) are presented as each name is uttered. This demonstrates submission and commitment. Chanting takes place at regular or exceptional pujas. It enhances concentration and promotes mental calmness. Devotees think it eliminates fear and offers bravery, protection, and wealth.
Cleaning and lighting a ghee lamp are the first steps of the Ashtotharam puja at Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple. Facing either north or east, the devotee sits. By announcing their name, gotra, and the purpose of the puja, they do Sankalpam. A spotless altar is embellished with flowers and a picture or statue of Lord Narasimha. First, Lord Ganesha is invoked to remove obstacles. The devotee then contemplates Lord Narasimha. With reverence, the 108 names of the Lord are repeated slowly. Akshata (turmeric grains) or flowers are presented at the feet of the Lord with each name. Fruits or sweets are presented once all the names have been repeated. Then follows prayer for blessings, strength, and protection, followed by deepa aarti. Then they share the Prasadam.
Book Ashtotharam Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
Benefits of Puja
There are practical and spiritual benefits to reciting the 108 names of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy.
Each name reveals the almighty power of the Lord. When they are spoken with faith, he benefits.
Worry, fear, and negative energy can be eliminated with the help of this puja. It also protects against bad planets, or doshas. Chanting regularly improves focus and purifies the mind. It also makes one's relationship with the Lord stronger. For those who are struggling, this puja helps them overcome barriers and succeed in life.
This ritual at Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is quite powerful. In the Lord's presence, the benefits are magnified. Everyone benefits from its protection, riches, and spiritual development.
Place of Puja
At Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
Required Things (Puja Samagri)
The puja samagri is included in the Dakshina
photo or idol of the deity (भगवान की मूर्ति या चित्र), Ganga water or clean water (गंगाजल या स्वच्छ जल), turmeric powder (हल्दी), kumkum (कुमकुम), sandalwood paste (चंदन), akshata – turmeric-mixed rice (अक्षत – हल्दी मिले चावल) or fresh flowers (ताजे फूल) for offering with each of the 108 names. You also need incense sticks (अगरबत्ती), camphor (कपूर), ghee/oil lamp with cotton wicks (घी या तेल का दीपक और रुई की बत्ती), fruits and sweets for naivedyam (फल और मिठाई नैवेद्य हेतु), betel leaves and nuts (पान और सुपारी), a bell (घंटी), and a plate for aarti (आरती की थाली). A clean cloth or vastram (वस्त्र) for the deity and a book or printout of the Ashtottara Shatanamavali (अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली की पुस्तक)
When to Perform Ashtotharam Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple?
This puja is performed every day
Puja Duration
1 To 1.30 hours
Yajman Details
- Total Yajman: 2