Panchalogam Lakshmi Narasimha Idol

• The idol depicts Lord Narasimha, the fierce man-lion avatar of Lord Vishnu, seated in a majestic posture.

• Goddess Lakshmi, the consort of Vishnu, is usually seated on His left thigh, symbolizing divine grace, prosperity, and compassion.

• Crafted from Panchaloha, the idol is believed to radiate powerful spiritual vibrations and possess healing properties.

Features of Lord Narasimha:

• He has a lion-like face with a wide open mouth, expressive eyes, and a powerful aura.

• His four arms typically hold:

  • Shankha (Conch)

  • Chakra (Discus)

  • One hand in Abhaya Mudra (gesture of protection)

  • Another in Varada Mudra (gesture of blessing)

• Sometimes, He may be shown tearing apart the demon Hiranyakashipu, symbolizing the destruction of evil.

Features of Goddess Lakshmi:

• Graceful and serene, seated on His lap with one hand blessing the devotees and the other holding a lotus.

• Her presence balances the fierceness of Narasimha, showing His compassionate aspect.

Aesthetic Details:

• The idol is usually hand-sculpted with intricate carvings and fine detailing on the ornaments, crown, and facial features.

• Traditional South Indian iconographic style is followed.

• It may be either polished for a golden shine or kept in an antique finish.

• It is used for daily worship, special homams, and festivals like Narasimha Jayanthi.

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  ✨ Significance:

  • Spiritual protection: Lord Narasimha removes fear and grants protection.

  • Wealth and prosperity: Goddess Lakshmi blesses with abundance.

  • Panchaloha material enhances the idol’s spiritual potency and longevity.

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