Lakshmi Narayan
On August 19th, 2024, the episode of Lakshmi Narayan unfolds a gripping narrative. The story begins with Prahlad boldly declaring to Hiranyakashyap that Narayan is his god, the true deity of this world. Hiranyakashyap, unable to tolerate Prahlad’s devotion, questions if this god is greater than himself. Prahlad calmly responds that Hiranyakashyap is unjust to his people, who worship him out of fear. In contrast, Narayan is revered with genuine devotion, without coercion. Narayan, Prahlad explains, is present in every particle of the universe. Challenged by this, Hiranyakashyap demands Narayan to appear before him, instigating a confrontation.
Lakshmi Narayan- Hiranyakashyap provoked Narayan
Hiranyakashyap, consumed by rage, begins to destroy the things around him, provoking Narayan. Narayan warns that Hiranyakashyap is nearing his end and still has time to mend his ways. However, Lakshmi, observing the situation, notes that Hiranyakashyap is beyond change. In the midst of this chaos, Hiranyakashyap orders his soldiers to bind Prahlad to a pillar as a means of challenging Narayan. Kayadu, Prahlad’s mother, intervenes, pleading for her son’s life, but Hiranyakashyap, now fully engulfed in his madness, dismisses her pleas and has her removed from the scene.
Lakshmi Narayan- Kayadu’s boldness in confronting Hiranyakashyap
Kayadu’s boldness in confronting Hiranyakashyap catches him off guard. He accuses her of being influenced by Narayan and coldly pushes her aside. Despite her attempts to guide him back to the right path, Hiranyakashyap remains obstinate, refusing to listen. As Prahlad is bound to the pillar, Lakshmi laments that Hiranyakashyap has squandered his final chance to correct his mistakes. Narayan, aware of the imminent danger, knows that the time for justice has arrived.
Lakshmi Narayan- Hiranyakashyap prepares to attack Prahlad
As Hiranyakashyap prepares to attack Prahlad, Narayan’s divine power intervenes, repelling Hiranyakashyap. The demons are stunned as Narasimha, Narayan’s fierce avatar, manifests before them, releasing Prahlad from his bonds. Hiranyakashyap, undeterred, engages in battle with Narasimha, but the fight is far from ordinary. Sukhracharya, a figure of authority among the demons, commands the soldiers to capture the strange creature that has appeared. However, Lakshmi, in the form of Narasimhini, arrives and fights off the soldiers with unmatched strength.
In a dramatic turn, Narasimha drags Hiranyakashyap across the ground. Hiranyakashyap, relying on the boon granted to him by Brahma, believes he cannot be killed by any god, demon, human, or animal, and not inside or outside, during day or night, on earth or in the sky. But Narasimha, embodying neither god nor demon, neither human nor animal, finds a loophole in the boon. The time is twilight, neither day nor night, and Narasimha positions Hiranyakashyap on his thigh, neither on earth nor in the sky. With his sharp nails, Narasimha fulfills the prophecy, ending Hiranyakashyap’s reign of terror without the use of any weapon.
Lakshmi, seeing the brutal end of Hiranyakashyap, shields Prahlad from witnessing the gruesome scene. Sukhracharya, realizing the gravity of the situation, pleads with Narayan to spare Hiranyakashyap, but it’s too late. Narayan, firm in his decision, reminds Sukhracharya that Hiranyakashyap had numerous opportunities to repent but chose the path of sin. The devathas, celestial beings, praise Narayan’s new avatar for delivering justice.
Prahlad, filled with gratitude, thanks Narayan for saving him. However, Narayan, showing deep empathy, apologizes to Prahlad for having to kill his father. Narayan understands the pain Prahlad must feel, despite the righteousness of his actions. The episode closes on this poignant note, marking the end of a significant chapter in the “Lakshmi Narayan” series. The viewers are left to reflect on the themes of justice, devotion, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil.
Episode ends.
