Narasimha · HISTORICAL RECORD
Nirvana Narasimha (historical)
Historic Svargadvareshwar–Pulastishwar area
History & traditions
The heritage survey marks this image as lost. Its former association with the Svargadvareshwar area is retained for historical context.
Deity & sacred image
- Deity or sacred figure
- Vishnu in the form listed as Nirvana Narasimha
- Idol or shrine image
- The survey records the original image as lost.
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.