[2] In an alternate iteration of the legend of Narasimha, after he slays Hiranyakashipu, his fury is still unabated.

The deity is enraged that his virtuous devotee, Prahlada, is traumatised by the violent deeds of his own father.

[4] In contrast to his ugra (terrible) aspect, where his face is contorted and enraged, he appears to be serene in this form.

[5] He often carries his aspects of the Sudarshana Chakra and Panchajanya, and his murti is decorated with ornaments and garlands.

[6] In the Tiruppavai, the mythical motif of the lion is invoked in the representation of Lakshmi Narasimha.