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Ugra Narasimha Mantra

Om Ugram Viram Mahavishnum Jvalantam Sarvatomukham | Nrisimham Bhishanam Bhadram Mrityumrityum Namamyaham ||

ॐ उग्रं वीरं महाविष्णुं ज्वलन्तं सर्वतोमुखम् । नृसिंहं भीषणं भद्रं मृत्युमृत्युं नमाम्यहम् ॥

I bow to Narasimha, fierce and heroic, the great Vishnu, blazing and facing every direction, terrifying yet auspicious, the death of death itself.

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Meaning & Significance

Ugra Narasimha Mantra is a traditional Sanskrit prayer dedicated to Lord Narasimha, chanted with a devotional focus on prayer to Ugra Narasimha for protection and removal of fear. It gives the practitioner a clear devotional focus and can be used for daily prayer, quiet remembrance, or seated meditation. Beginners should learn the Sanskrit words carefully, pronounce each syllable clearly, and chant without hurrying. For ordinary devotional practice a modest fixed count such as 11, 21 or 108 repetitions may be chosen and kept consistent. If the mantra is used within a formal ritual or lineage practice, its method should be learned from that tradition or a qualified teacher. The practice is best understood as prayer and spiritual discipline, not as a guarantee of a particular worldly result.

Benefits

Supports devotion focused on Ugra Narasimha Mantra
Encourages calm and attentive recitation
Helps maintain a regular prayer routine
Traditionally chanted for prayer to Ugra Narasimha for protection and removal of fear

How to Chant

Sit in a clean, quiet place and settle the breath
Take a few slow breaths and remember Lord Narasimha
Chant Ugra Narasimha Mantra slowly with clear pronunciation, listening to each word
Keep a steady count such as 108 on a mala, or a smaller fixed count that suits your daily routine
Saturday and Narasimha Jayanti are traditionally suitable, and 6:30 AM is a practical daily time; finish with a short prayer and a calm mind

Good Practice (Do's)

Choose a clean, calm place for chanting
Maintain clear pronunciation, steady breathing, and focused attention
For Ugra or specialized Narasimha practice, follow the method of a qualified traditional teacher
Chant with sincere devotion and without rushing

Avoid (Don'ts)

Avoid chanting immediately after a heavy meal
Do not rush through the mantra just to complete a count
Do not intentionally change, skip, or distort the mantra's words
Do not begin specialized or intensive practice without understanding the traditional method

Related Mantras

Narasimha Dhyana Mantra

Om Satyam Jnanasukhasvarupam Amalam Kshirabdhi Madhyesthitam | Yogarudham Atiprasannavadanam Bhushasahasrojvalam | Tikshnam Chakra Pinaka Shayaka Varan Vibhranam Arkachchhavi | Chhatram Bhutaphanindram Indudhavalam Lakshminrisimham Bhaje ||

Narasimha Pranama Mantra

Namaste Narasimhaya Prahladahlada Dayine | Hiranyakashipor Vakshah Shila Tanka Nakhalaye ||

Narasimha Gayatri Mantra

Om Vajranakhaya Vidmahe Tikshnadamshtraya Dhimahi | Tanno Nrisimhah Prachodayat ||

Narasimha Moola Mantra

Om Nrim Nrim Nrim Narasimhaya Namah ||

Agni Sukta Mantra

Agnim Dutam Vrinimahe Hotaram Vishvavedasam | Asya Yajnasya Sukratum ||

Frequently Asked

What is the main purpose of Ugra Narasimha Mantra?

Ugra Narasimha Mantra is traditionally chanted for prayer to Ugra Narasimha for protection and removal of fear. It supports a focused devotional practice centred on Lord Narasimha.

What does Ugra Narasimha Mantra mean?

I bow to Narasimha, fierce and heroic, the great Vishnu, blazing and facing every direction, terrifying yet auspicious, the death of death itself.

When is the best time and day to chant Ugra Narasimha Mantra?

A practical daily time is 6:30 AM, and Saturday and Narasimha Jayanti are traditionally associated with Narasimha worship. Keeping one consistent time helps build a regular routine.

How should Ugra Narasimha Mantra be chanted?

Sit in a clean, calm place, settle the breath, and chant slowly with clear pronunciation. A fixed count such as 108 may be kept; for formal ritual practice, follow the method taught by your tradition or a qualified teacher.