Narasimha
Jvala Narasimha
Kotwa village, Panchakroshi route
History & traditions
The heritage survey records the flame-associated Narasimha form on the outer route. Confirm the correct Kotwa and shrine approach locally.
Deity & sacred image
- Deity or sacred figure
- Vishnu in the form listed as Jvala Narasimha
- Idol or shrine image
- The sources identify the deity. The image’s appearance and material are unconfirmed.
PILGRIMAGE CONTEXT
Narasimha
Narasimha is the lion-man avatar of Vishnu. In his devotional story he intervenes to protect Prahlada from Hiranyakashipu. The Kashi Khanda names local Narasimha tirthas, and the survey records additional images in temples, ashrams and wall niches. The shrine’s epithet and host precinct distinguish the individual stop.