Significance of Various Vahanas of Tirumala Brahmotsavam

 

All the sevas are performed to Malayappa Swamy

Dwajarohanam

It is performed on the first day evening inside the temple, signaling the start of brahmotsavam. The sacred yellow flag with the imprint of Lord garuda is ceremonially hoisted. It is an invitation to entire devatas and other heavenly bodies to take part in this festival.

Pedda Sesha Vahanam

The seven hoods represent the seven hills of Lord Venkateswara.

It is an appreciation of his services, to honor being his first vahana during brahmotsavam.

Chinna Sesha Vahanam

It is organized to enlighten devotees on the importance of hidden Kundalini energy within man.

Hamsa Vahanam

Lord Guides mankind to lead a Sanctified life, bestowing on it the wisdom to shed bad qualities and retain noble virtues.

Simha Vahanam

It is an embodiment of power and Speed.

A powerful entity is born to remove evil spirits and harmful elements and protect the righteous.

Mutyapu Pandiri Vahanam

It is resplendent milky white pearls spreading the message of peace, love, and co-existence in society.

Kalpavriksha Vahanam

It is bestowing fortunes on his devotees and fulfilling their wishes.

Sarvabhoopala Vahanam

It is about spreading the message to all the Dikpalakas governing the universe are under his direct control and vigilance, that mankind prospers with timely rains.

Mohini Avatar

It is organized to illustrate the benevolence extended by the lord to those who follow the path of virtue.

Garuda Vahanam

It is considered auspicious of all vahana sevas

On this day the deity also wears the sacred garlands from the temple of Goddess Andal in Srivilliputtur.

Hanumantha Vahanam

Having darshan of the Lord on this day, devotees are blessed with wisdom, strength, success, and bravery.

Gaja Vahanam

To please his consort (Mahalakshmi) and bless the devotees with all prosperity, the lord takes a pleasure ride on Gaja Vahanam.

Surya Prabha Vahanam

Witnessing Suryaprabha Vahanam not only provides sustained life but also relieves one of the physical ailments.

Chandraprabha Vahanam

Lord Showers his coolness on riding this vahana.

Rathotsavam

Lord along with his consorts, mounts the wooden chariot which is pulled by devotees along the four Mada streets.

Aswa vahanam

This signifies the Kalki Avatar, who fights evil and protects the Virtuous.

Chakra Snanam

Snapana tirumanjanam (celestial bath) is performed on the deities in Swamy Pushkarini.