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Kartik Naach - Narasingh - Hiranyakashyapu - Nepal

The gurus of Hiranyakashyapu teach hymns to Prahlad during the eighth day of the Kartik Naach at Kartik Dabali, Patan Durbar Square, in Patan, Nepal, on November 3, which extends into November 4. Despite their instruction, Prahlad refuses to obey because of his devotion to Lord Vishnu. This performance emphasizes the conflict between worldly authority and divine devotion, and Prahlad's unwavering faith before Narsingh arrives. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#12945905
Date Taken	4 November 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category	Religion and Belief
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto

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