Stotras

Sri Kamasikashtakam Stotras

Kamasikaṣṭakam is a powerful and devotional stotram composed by Swami Vedanta Desika in praise of Lord Narasimha, the half-lion, half-man incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This stotram is dedicated specifically to Kamasika Narasimha, the deity enshrined in the Ahobilam temple (Andhra Pradesh), where he is believed to be seated in a posture of deep meditation (yoga-mudra) at the foot of a hill.

• The word "Kamasika" means "one who resides at will", referring to Lord Narasimha’s presence at the temple.
• The stotram praises Narasimha’s supreme power, compassion, and role as a protector.
• It describes how Lord Narasimha, though fierce, is also deeply merciful to his devotees.
• Devotees recite this stotram for fearlessness, protection, and removal of obstacles.