The Miraculous Protection of Lord Nrisimhadev
Ten years ago in South Africa, a remarkable incident occurred, revealing the divine protection of Lord Nrisimhadev. This true story was shared by a sannyasi devotee of Lord Nrisimhadev and was also reported in newspapers. Witnesses of the incident became devotees, having seen the Lord’s miraculous intervention.
Introduction
A simple Vaishnav family lived in South Africa, with a five-year-old daughter who adored Lord Nrisimhadev. Despite her young age and lack of formal initiation, she was deeply attracted to Him, finding His half-lion, half-man form fascinating. She often spoke to her playmates about her favorite God, who seemed like a lion to them.
The Accident
One day, the girl was playing with a ball near the street with other children. In a moment of play, the ball rolled onto the street, and the girl ran after it without noticing an oncoming truck. Her father, seeing the imminent danger from the first floor of their house, yelled out to her, but she didn’t hear him. Desperate to save his daughter, he jumped out of the window, breaking both his legs in the process. He lay on the ground, helplessly watching as the truck hit his daughter and threw her 20 meters away.
Immediate Response
A police car happened to be nearby and witnessed the accident. The truck driver, who was very drunk, was stopped by the police. An ambulance was called, but the nearest hospital refused to take the girl, fearing they wouldn’t have the necessary facilities to treat her severe injuries. Finally, she was taken to a major hospital, with the policeman accompanying her.
The Miracle
At the hospital, the chief doctor ordered x-rays, expecting severe injuries. However, the x-ray images showed no broken bones, which the doctor found impossible given the circumstances. He scolded the nurse for what he thought was a mistake. Meanwhile, the girl regained consciousness and told an astonishing story.
In her account, as the truck approached, she called out to Lord Nrisimhadev for help. She saw Him pick her up from the ground, smile at her, and reassure her that she would be safe. The Lord then placed her gently on the other side of the street, leaving only a slight scratch on her waist from His claws. She described Nrisimhadev in detail, including His golden dhoti and sharp claws.
Skepticism and Belief
The doctor initially dismissed her story as hallucinations from shock. However, upon examining her thoroughly, he found no injuries except for the scratches, which he attributed to a wild animal like a lion. Confused by the lack of injuries consistent with a truck accident, the doctor and the nurse eventually learned from the parents about the divine intervention. Both the doctor and nurse later became devotees of Lord Nrisimhadev.
Divine Protection and Devotion
This story illustrates that miracles still happen today. The little girl’s sincere devotion and attraction to Lord Nrisimhadev prompted the Lord to protect her, despite her lack of formal initiation. This incident highlights that the Lord does not discriminate based on ritualistic qualifications but responds to genuine devotion from the heart.
Spiritual Lesson
Lord Nrisimhadev’s protection emphasizes the importance of sincere devotion. It shows that divine intervention is not limited to the past but is available to true devotees at any time. The story reminds us that in times of distress, calling out to the Lord with a pure heart can invoke His divine protection.
Relevant Verse
Sri Krishna says in the Bhagavad Gita 9.22:
ananyas chintayanto mam ye janah paryupasate tesham nityabhiyuktanam yoga-kshemam vahamy aham
“But those who always worship Me with exclusive devotion, meditating on My transcendental form—to them I carry what they lack, and I preserve what they have.”
Conclusion
May we all strive to cultivate sincere devotion and always remember the divine protection of the Lord. Miracles are a testament to the power of faith and devotion.
Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare.
PS: I humbly request all the devotees to please forward and share this moral/instructive story they hear so that everyone can benefit by hearing about Krishna and His dear devotees
