Narasimha - The Man-Lion Guardian of Dharma (18 × 24 in Poster) Sacred River Art contrasting tones with minimal background

contrasting tones with minimal background

This striking Tibetan painting is dedicated to Shadbuja Sita Mahakala

he appears terrifying not as evil

and the sustaining power of dharma

and the slow but inevitable spread of disease-qualities closely associated with epidemic cycles

Narasimha - The Man-Lion Guardian of Dharma (18 × 24 in Poster) Sacred River Art contrasting tones with minimal backgroundIndia ca. 19th Century Key Features Narasimha Divine Protector Beyond Form This rare 19th century gouache painting portrays Lord Narasimha, Vishnus fierce man lion incarnation, shown here in a calm and contemplative aspect. With a human torso and the powerful legs and tail of a lion, Narasimha stands as the embodiment of divine intervention appearing neither man nor beast, but beyond all boundaries. Prayer Beads & Inner Mastery Unlike the more violent