Sabarimala is a Hindu pilgrimage center located in the Western Ghat
mountain ranges of Pathanamthitta District, Perunad grama panchayat in
Kerala which remains in the news Story every now and then.
It is the largest annual pilgrimage in the world with an estimated 50 million devotees visiting every year which year by year are increasing in number Except Women.
It is believed to be the place where the Hindu God Ayyappan meditated after killing the powerful demoness, Mahishi. Ayyappan's temple is situated here amidst 18 hills.
2. The temple is open for worship only during the days of Mandalapooja (approximately 15 November to 26 December), Makaravilakku (14 January- "Makar Sankranti ") and Maha Vishuva Sankranti (14 April), and the first five days of each Malayalam month.
3. Thazhamon Madom'' is the traditional priest family who has powers over the matters to be decided in Sabarimala Temple. Tantri is the highest priest and is the head of the temple. It's the privilege of the family to decide on matters relating to Sabarimala shrine. Tantris are to be present in all ceremonial poojas and functions to be held at temple premises and functions associated with temple. The installation of idols of the temple was also done by Tantri of this family.
4. Lord Sri Rama and his brother Lakshmana met Sabari, a tribal devotee, at Sabarimala. Sabari offered the Lord fruits after tasting them. But the Lord accepted them gladly and whole-heartedly. The Lord then turned and saw a divine person doing tapas. He asked Sabari who it was. Sabari said it was Sasta. Rama walked towards Sasta and the latter stood up and welcomed the Prince of Ayodhya. The anniversary of this incident is celebrated on Makara Vilakku day. It is believed that on Makara Vilakku day, Lord Dharmasasta stops his tapas to bless his devotees.and also it is called makara shankranthi.
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In another 100 Years We assume that Women would be granted entry to the temple as when the gender Equality prevails Faith in the God would be at par
Reference : The Hindu, The Speaking Tree
It is the largest annual pilgrimage in the world with an estimated 50 million devotees visiting every year which year by year are increasing in number Except Women.
Wondering Why?
It has a brief history associated with it, according to which Women between the ages of 10 and 50 are not allowed to enter the temple, since the story attributed to Ayyappa prohibits the entry of the women in the menstrual age group. This is because Ayyappan is a Bramhachari (celibate).It is believed to be the place where the Hindu God Ayyappan meditated after killing the powerful demoness, Mahishi. Ayyappan's temple is situated here amidst 18 hills.
The Verdict Of Supreme Court on Women Entry
Ban on entry for women of a certain age at Sabarimala temple is based on the "patriarchal" belief that the dominant status of a man in society makes him capable of performing austerity while a woman, who is only a "chattel of man", is incapable of remaining pure for the 41 days of penance prior to the pilgrimage, the Supreme Court observed on Wednesday. (Ref: The Hindu)Some Quick Facts About Temple
1. Sabarimala is linked to Hindu pilgrimage, predominantly for men of all ages.You can identify a Sabarimala pilgrim easily as they wear black or blue dress.They do not shave till the completion of pilgrimage and smear Vibhuti or Sandal paste on their forehead.2. The temple is open for worship only during the days of Mandalapooja (approximately 15 November to 26 December), Makaravilakku (14 January- "Makar Sankranti ") and Maha Vishuva Sankranti (14 April), and the first five days of each Malayalam month.
3. Thazhamon Madom'' is the traditional priest family who has powers over the matters to be decided in Sabarimala Temple. Tantri is the highest priest and is the head of the temple. It's the privilege of the family to decide on matters relating to Sabarimala shrine. Tantris are to be present in all ceremonial poojas and functions to be held at temple premises and functions associated with temple. The installation of idols of the temple was also done by Tantri of this family.
4. Lord Sri Rama and his brother Lakshmana met Sabari, a tribal devotee, at Sabarimala. Sabari offered the Lord fruits after tasting them. But the Lord accepted them gladly and whole-heartedly. The Lord then turned and saw a divine person doing tapas. He asked Sabari who it was. Sabari said it was Sasta. Rama walked towards Sasta and the latter stood up and welcomed the Prince of Ayodhya. The anniversary of this incident is celebrated on Makara Vilakku day. It is believed that on Makara Vilakku day, Lord Dharmasasta stops his tapas to bless his devotees.and also it is called makara shankranthi.
Read about a Lady devotee Meerabai who gave her life for a Flute God never seen or felt, just loved. Watch the teaser here
Click to Buy A Mystic Saint: Sketch of The Soul
In another 100 Years We assume that Women would be granted entry to the temple as when the gender Equality prevails Faith in the God would be at par
Reference : The Hindu, The Speaking Tree
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