Sahasra Namarchana Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple

Sahasra Namarchana is a sacred evening ritual performed at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple. In this puja, the Lord is worshipped by chanting a thousand of His divine names(Sahasranama). With each name, flowers or tulsi leaves are offered at the Lord’s feet with great devotion. The ritual starts with Sankalpam (a prayerful intention), followed by the chanting of Vishnu Sahasranamam or Narasimha Sahasranamam by priests and devotees together. During the chanting, the deity is also offered a lamp (deepa), incense (dhupa), and food (naivedyam). This creates a divine and peaceful atmosphere filled with spiritual energy. The evening seva is known to calm the mind, remove negativity, and bring inner peace. Devotees believe that performing or attending this puja brings Lord Narasimha’s protection, prosperity, and spiritual progress. It is a beautiful act of devotion and surrender, helping the devotee connect with the Lord in a personal and heartfelt way.

The Sahasra Namarchana begins in the evening with devotees assembling in front of the sanctum sanctorum. The puja starts with Sankalpam, where the devotee’s name, gotra, and purpose of the offering are stated. The priest then invokes Lord Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy with Vedic chants. The Vishnu Sahasranamam or Narasimha Sahasranamam is recited, and with the chanting of each divine name, flowers or Tulsi leaves are offered at the feet of the deity. This is accompanied by deepa, dhupa, and naivedyam offerings. The atmosphere is enhanced with the sounds of bells and conch, creating a divine vibration. Devotees may also join in chanting for greater spiritual merit. After the chanting is complete, harathi is offered, followed by distribution of theertham and prasadam. The entire process is done with deep devotion and faith, seeking divine protection, peace, and fulfillment of wishes from Lord Narasimha Swamy.