Ayyappa Deeksha - Rituals
Ayyappa Deeksha is the ritual undertaken by Devotees of Lord Ayyappa Swamy during Karthik masam.The deeksha begins on mandal puja and ends on Makar sankranti day.Many devotees under take this Deeksha for 41 days.
Usually, the deeksha is taken at the temple. The person who takes this Deeksha is called Swamis.
- They have to wear a Black color dress.
- They have to visit temple every day(any Temple).
- Avoid using footwear.
- Avoid Non-vegetarian food.
- Many Devotees will Sleep in temples at night.
- Take a bath in cold water in the early morning.
- Always Chant Mantras.
- They have to Sleep on the floor.
- Celibacy must be followed Strictly.
The Deeksha is removed only after visiting the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple in Kerala and thereafter the devotee can resume a normal life.
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