Narasimha Dwadashi 2025: Date, Significance & Rituals Before Holika Dahan – Know the Spiritual Importance

Narasimha Dwadashi 2025: Date, Significance & Rituals Before Holika Dahan – Know the Spiritual Importance

Narasimha Dwadashi is a sacred Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the fierce incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In 2025, Narasimha Dwadashi falls on Monday, March 10. This auspicious day is observed on the twelfth day (Dwadashi) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon phase) in the Phalguna month, which typically falls between February and March. The observance is closely associated with the worship of Shaligram stones, sacred symbols of Lord Vishnu.

Narasimha Dwadashi: Spiritual Significance

Narasimha Dwadashi holds immense religious importance among devotees of Lord Vishnu. It is believed that observing this vrat (fast) brings divine blessings, helps in overcoming obstacles, and washes away past sins. Lord Narasimha, known for his role in protecting devotees from evil, is worshipped on this day for strength, protection, and spiritual upliftment.

Rituals and Observances

On this day, devotees perform various rituals and follow traditional customs to seek the blessings of Lord Narasimha:

• Devotees wake up early, take a holy bath, and wear clean clothes before beginning the puja.
• Special prayers and bhajans dedicated to Lord Narasimha are recited.
• Offerings such as orange-colored flowers, incense sticks (dhoop and agarbatti), red-colored sweets, and red sandalwood paste (lal chandan) are made to the deity.
• Many devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise to sunset, breaking it only after completing the evening prayers.
• The puja is performed just after sunset, while natural light is still present, as it is considered highly auspicious.

Narasimha Dwadashi is also observed as Govinda Dwadashi in some regions. This day is equally significant for Lord Vishnu’s devotees, who perform similar rituals and seek divine protection and prosperity.

Narasimha Dwadashi is a powerful day of devotion and penance. Observing this vrat with sincerity is believed to remove obstacles, cleanse sins, and bring divine grace. As the day approaches, devotees prepare to offer prayers and seek blessings from Lord Narasimha for a life filled with peace and protection.