Chatravata Narasimha
The Legend of Celestial Music
Lord Chatravata Narasimha is uniquely associated with the world of music and arts. Legend says that the Gandharvas named HaHa and HuHu traveled from the celestial Meru mountains to sing the glories of the Lord under a Peepal (Vata) tree. The Lord, profoundly moved by their rhythm, manifested in this joyful form.
Description of the Divya Moorthi
The form of Sri Chatravata Narasimha Swamy is described with specific divine attributes:
- The Lord is in a Sitting Posture, majestically facing the East.
- He is adorned with Four Divine Hands.
- In His upper two hands, He holds the sacred Chakra (Discus) and Shankha (Conch).
- His lower right hand is held in the Abhaya Hastham posture, promising protection to His devotees.
- Unique to this shrine, the Lord's lower left hand is seen playing the Thala (Rhythm), acknowledging the music of the Gandharvas.
Divine Sangeetha Shlokam
"Ugram Veeram Maha Vishnum Jwalantam Sarvato Mukham |Nrisimham Bheeshanam Bhadram Mrityur Mrityum Namamyaham ||"
"I bow to the fierce and brave Lord Maha Vishnu, who burns like fire on all sides, the auspicious and death-defying Lord Narasimha."
Blessings for Artistic Excellence
As a Shantha Moorthy with a gentle smile (Smitam), this deity is worshipped for success in the fine arts and for attaining mental peace. The temple's location under the sacred Vata tree provides a natural canopy of tranquility for every pilgrim.
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