Panchmukhi Hanuman – Symbolism and Significance Explained
There are many devotees of Hanuman all the world over who worship this magnificent one in many forms. One of the much-revered forms is the powerful Panchmukhi Hanuman. Five faces are staring in different directions, often holding the spectator in awe. The Panchmukhi Hanuman or the Panchamukhi Anjaneya is believed to be one of his virat (gigantic) forms. Some even believe that there are two forms of Panchmukhi Hanuman statue sitting or standing . Five majestic faces all belonging to Hanuman is one form while the second is the more popular one. Five majestic faces, each belonging to different gods: · Lord Hanuman : He faces eastwards with steadfast devotion. Worshipping Hanuman helps one to get rid of one’s sins and bestows peace, purity, happiness, and fulfillment. · Lord Narasimha : One of the many avatars of Lord Vishnu, this lion form is south facing. Lord Vishnu took this form to protect his devotee, Prahlada. Worshipping Narasimha removes fear. Fearlessnes