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Kaamāsikāshtakam – A Write-up Authorship & Context Composed by Swami Vedanta Desikan, one of the foremost acharyas of the Sri Vaishnava tradition. Dedicated to Lord Narasimha in his unique form at Thiruvēlukkai Divya Desam near Kanchipuram. The name itself explains its essence: Kāma – by His own will Āsikā – seated Ashtakam – eight verses Thus, the hymn praises the Lord who, by His own will, chose to reside at Thiruvēlukkai in a yogic posture. Deity & Iconography The presiding deity is Kāmāsikā Narasimha, also called Mukunda Nayakan. He is depicted in Yoga Narasimha form, seated in paryaṅka bandha (a yogic posture). Distinctive feature: He has three eyes in this kshetra, symbolizing omniscience. Structure of the Hymn Consists of eight verses (ashtakam). Each verse glorifies Narasimha’s qualities: His protective nature, yogic serenity, and fierce compassion. Swami Desikan refers to Him as Kāmāsikā Hariḥ and Kāmāsikā Kesariḥ. Spiritual Significance The stotra emphasizes bhakti (devotion) and śaraṇāgati (surrender). Narasimha here is not in the ferocious mood of slaying Hiraṇyakaśipu, but in a calm, meditative form, assuring devotees of protection. The hymn is often recited for courage, removal of obstacles, and inner strength. Historical & Literary Notes Earlier Azhwars like Pey Azhwar and Thirumangai Azhwar had sung praises of this deity, which inspired Swami Desikan’s composition. The temple tank, Kanaka Pushkarini, situates the deity in a central, serene setting, symbolizing His transcendence and inaccessibility without true devotion. Essence in One Line Kaamāsikāshtakam is a poetic offering where Swami Desikan celebrates Lord Narasimha’s self-willed presence at Thiruvēlukkai, blending His fierce protective power with serene yogic grace.