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There is a small Mukkalvetti Ayyappa temple at Cheerappanchira, near Kollam which hold 3/4 power of Ayyappa and rest in Sabarimala. [23] [19] Valiya kadutha swami and kochu kadutha Swamy who were warrior brothers worshipped at Shabarimala are considered as ‘Shaundikans’, who hails from the Malabar Thiyyar community. [24]
Ayyappan remains one of the few deities in Hindu tradition, who is respected by other religious communities, including Muslims, and Christians. [25] As per Government of Kerala, there is a theory that the temple of Sabarimala was of Buddhist origin. [55] Ayyappan is also revered by Muslims in Kerala due to his association with Vavar.
Many legends exist about the god Ayyappan and the creation of the temple. One legend concerns Ayyappan, the celibate deity of Sabarimala Temple, and the evil demoness Mahishi whom he defeated in battle. Mahishi had been cursed to live the life of a demon until the child born to Shiva and Vishnu defeated her in a battle.
Sabarimala Trek is an important trek route to Sannidhanam, the abode of Ayyappan. It covers a distance of about 46 kilometres (29 mi) through the mountainous terrains and thick forests which are inhabited by many wild animals. It is believed that Ayyappa used this path in his expedition to kill Mahishi, a demoness.
Shabarimale Swamy Ayyappa is a 1990 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Renuka Sharma [1] and produced by Subramaniam Kumar and V. Swaminathan. The film stars Sreenivas Murthy , Geetha and Master Sanjay.
The story of Vavar's association with Ayyappan is a significant aspect of the region's spiritual history. A shrine dedicated to Vavar is located at Sabarimala, one of the most prominent pilgrimage sites in Kerala. Additionally, a mosque dedicated to Vavar is situated in Erumely, opposite an Ayyappan temple. [1]
Sharanam Ayyappa Swamy Sharanam Ayyappa. Sharanam Ayyappa Swamy Sharanam Ayyappa. He whose is true love, He who is the darling of soul, He who created universe, He who shines with a glittering halo, He who is the temple of “OM”, He who loves songs, Son of Hari and Hara, I take refuge in thee, Oh Lord My refuge is in you Ayyappa,
The ornaments are made of gold. It is believed that these ornaments are made at the orders of the Pandalam King, who adopted Ayyappan as his child. Thiruvabharanam is kept at Srambickal Palace, [1] which is close to the Valiyakoikkal Temple, inside the Pandalam Palace premises. At the end of the pilgrim season every year, the ornaments are ...