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Five Sastha Temples Let’s talk about some amazing facts about Lord Ayyappa Swami. One of the five Sastha Temples that were installed with His help, the Achankovil Sree Dharmasastha Temple was dedicated by Lord Parashurama. With His consorts Poorna and Pushkala on either side, the Lord is seated in Grihasthashramam in this image.   At… Continue reading The Dharma Sastha & Eternal Celibate

Unique Posture of Lord Ayyappa Uncovering the Spiritual Significance Lord Ayyappa is unique and very different from other Hindu Gods. Hindu Gods are usually installed in three common postures in temples worldwide – sitting, standing, or lying. Yoga asana, which distinguishes Ayyappa’s sitting position from that of other idols, is a type of posture. Yogasana… Continue reading Unique Posture of Lord Ayyappa

Sabarimala Historical Facts #2 Traditional Path The traditional path from Erumely to Sannidhanam stretches about 61 km and is a test of endurance for any devotee. However, with Lord’s Blessings it turns into a smooth trek even for the old and weak ones. Click on the link below for details. https://sabarimala.tdb.org.in/node/191 Pamba Sadhya Pamba Vilakku… Continue reading Sabarimala Historical Facts #2

Sabarimala Historical Facts #1 Thalappara Kotta Thalappara Kotta (Thalappara Fort) is located in the dense jungle which is the forming part of Sabarimala Poonkavanam and the ramparts are behind the present Forest Station at Plappilly. It is believed that Lord Ayyappa took rest here on his way to Sabarimala. The tribal chief had protected the… Continue reading Sabarimala Historical Facts #1