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Rishi Durvasa says - "O great sage! I am describing the merit that a king obtained by observing the Narasimha Dwadashi Vrat; listen to it attentively. In the region of Kimpurusha Varsha, there ruled a renowned king named Bharata. King Bharata was blessed with a son, whose name was Vatsa. When the time came, Bharata entrusted the responsibility of the kingdom to his son Vatsa and established him as King Vatsa.
In the course of time, in a fierce battle, King Vatsa was defeated by his enemies, and his kingdom, wealth, riches, and everything he possessed came under the control of his enemies. Defeated by them, the king, along with his wife, set out on foot toward the forest and, upon reaching there, began to reside in the Ashrama of Rishi Vashistha. In this way, while living in the Ashrama, a few days passed for the king.
One day, Rishi Vashistha asked the king - 'O King! What is your purpose in abandoning your kingdom and residing in this Ashrama? For what reason are you living in this great Ashrama?'
The king said - 'O revered sage! Wicked enemies have defeated me in battle and have taken away my kingdom, treasury, and everything I possessed. Therefore, helpless, I have come to seek refuge in you. Kindly grant peace to my mind through your blessings.'"
Rishi Durvasa says - "O sage! When King Vatsa made this humble request, Rishi Vashistha instructed him to properly observe the Narasimha Dwadashi Vrat. Following the instructions of Rishi Vashistha, the king observed the Dwadashi Vrat, as a result of which Lord Narasimha became greatly pleased with him. As a boon, Lord Narasimha granted the king a divine Chakra, i.e., a discus, that was capable of destroying all enemies on the battlefield.
With the help of that divine Chakra, King Vatsa defeated all his enemies and regained his kingdom. Seated once again upon the royal throne, that righteous king performed one thousand Ashvamedha Yajna. By the merit of his virtuous deeds, at the end of his life, the king attained the supreme abode of Lord Vishnu.
O sage! This Narasimha Dwadashi is blessed, as it destroys all sins. To satisfy your curiosity, I have described it. After listening to the Mahatmya of this Vrat, you may act according to your wish."
॥Thus concludes Narasimha Dwadashi Mahatmya described in Shri Varaha Purana॥
As per the Hindu Panchang, Narasimha Dwadashi is observed on the Shukla Dwadashi of the Phalguna month. Lord Narasimha is considered an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Worshipping Lord Narasimha or Vishnu on this day grants the merit equivalent to performing a Yajna.
A complete list of Ekadashi dates is given here. Go through the Ekadashi fasting dates list here so that you never miss fasting on Ekadashi. Ekadashi fast is observed with great enthusiasm by the devotees of Lord Vishnu.
ISKCON devotees can get the complete list of ISKCON Ekadashi fasting dates here. This list will prove highly informative and useful to those who observe the fast of Ekadashi as per the ISKCON.
Shri Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram containing 1000 names of Lord Vishnu is given with Sanskrit lyrics and recitation video. This Stotram is recited on various occasions of Vishnu Ji including Ekadashi.
Mantras and names of Lord Vishnu, known as Sahasranamavali is given with meaning and recitation video. These Mantras are chanted on various occasions including Ekadashi.
Shri Vishnu Ashtottarashatanama Stotram described in Padma Purana dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is given with lyrics and recitation video. Devotees of Lord Vishnu recite this Stotram with great devotion.
Above list of Lord Vishnu's sacred names and Mantras is given with their meanings and recitation video. This Shatanamavali is derived from the Padma Purana.
Shri Vishnu Chalisa is given with Hindi lyrics and recitation video. Vishnu devotees recite this Chalisa every day. It is called Chalisa because it consists of 40 Chaupayi(s).
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Shri Vishnu Namashtakam dedicated to Lord Vishnu is given with lyrics and recitation video. Reciting this Ashtakam containing the eight holy names of Lord Vishnu brings blessings from Him
The given Shri Vishnu Dashavatara Stotram is a very melodious and effective Stotram dedicated to the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu.
The most popular Jai Jagdish Aarti dedicated to Lord Vishnu is given with Hindi lyrics and recitation video. This Aarti is sung during the daily worship of Lord Vishnu.
The list of Mantras used in the worship and chanting of Lord Vishnu is available on this page. Some of these Mantras are legendary and some are Vedic. Along with this, the powerful Yantra of Lord Vishnu can also be seen from this page.
Shri Parameshwara Stuti Stotram is a very important Stotram dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees recite this Stuti to obtain the grace of Lord Vishnu.
