Why Ayyappa Devotees Wear Black Dress to Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple?

The black clothes symbolically indicate a mind withdrawn from all materialist objects. The black cloth suggests the Ayyappa devotee is dead to the world of perceptions, emotions and thoughts and he is immersed in thought of Ayyappa.

- Routes to Sabarimala

Three routes to Sabarimala (0929 North 7706 East)

The Erumeli route
The Erumeli route, used by Ayyappan himself during his forest expedition to kill Mahishi. The Erumeli route is the most arduous and the pilgrims cover about 61 km on foot through forest and hill track.

The Vandiperiyar route
The Vandiperiyar route starts at 94.4 km stone on the Kotayam - Kumili road. The Sannidhanam is about 12.8 km from here.

The Chalakayam route
The Chalakayam route is the easiest of all. Chalakayam is near Pampa river. Sannidhanam is just 12 km from here.

- Instructions to Sabarimala Pilgrims

Before taking the vows for the pilgrimage, seeking the permission and the blessing of the parents is a must.

The devotees undertaking the pilgrimage for the first time (called 'Kanni Ayyappan') should seek the guidance of a senior Guruswamy

The Vritam (vow) should be observed for at least 45 to 48 days before ascending the sacred 18 steps to the sanctum sanctorum (sannidhanam) of Sabarimala. The Vritam is very simple and easily observable. The devotees shall try to be pure in all the 3 aspects - Kaaya (Physical) Vaacha (Speech) and Manasa (Mental) and obey the Guruswamy always. Strict celibacy, repeated chanting of the 'taaraka mantram' ie SWAMIYE SARANAM AYYAPPA, conditions the body for the trek through the Sabari hills. Utmost devotion, honesty and unfliching faith in His ultimate grace, abstinence from alcohol and non-vegetarian food, are the other prerequisites. During Deeksha, the devotees shall be in black or saffron clothes, remain unshaven, wear Tulsi or Rudraksha mala. The sacred mala should be worn in the presence of a Guruswamy. If unable, then place mala at the altar, chant "Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa" thrice and then wear. Once you wear the mala, ensure you observe full Vritam. The devotees shall participate in Bhajans, pooja etc. Devotion alone is the surest and simplest way to take one nearer to the Almighty.

Thirukkalyana Mahortsava Pathirikai - 31.7.2011

Makara Jyothi 14.1.2011 Sabarimala

Makarajyothi 2011

Sabarimala Sannidhanam, its main base camps of Pampa and Nilackal, are overflowing with devotees who came to witness the annual Makaravilakku festival

Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa. This is the clip without editing as telecast by Doordarshan, Saptagiri channel on 14.1.2011 evening covering glimpse of Makara Jyothi or Makara Vilakku, a live telecast from Sabarimala. This is in Telugu version. Jyothi Darshan has no language bar. Swamy Saranam. Our grateful thanks to Doordarshan team

Makara Jyothi Darshanam @ Sri Krishna Swami Sabai - 14th January 2011

Sami Saranam,

In conjunction with Makara Jothi There will be Ayappan prayer on :

Date : 14th January 2011
Time : 7.00pm
Venue : Om Sri Krishna Swami Sabai Seremban
Lot 21383, Jalan Mambau -Port Dickson
Seremban, N.Sembilan.

Devotees are encouraged to bring along generous amount of camphor (Sudum) to participate in the lighting up of the Jothi. Mr Gopal (Swamiji's son from Singapore) would be also joining the prayers on friday as well. We look forward for your participation and hope this event would be blessed by our beloved Guruji / Swamji Krishna Sreedaran.

For any further queries, kindly feel free to contact Vijayan (012.6980701), Mahendran (019.6231069) or Rama Murthy(012.3854791). Please also help to disseminate this info to those not in the above mailing list. Thanking you in anticipation.

Live Streaming of 14th January 2011 Makara Jyothi Will be Available On the following WebSites : @ 9.15pm
http://www.indiavisionnewslive.com
http://www.manoramanews.com
http://dinamalar.com

Swamiji's Memorial Picture Updates

Swami Krishnan Sreedharan Memorial Hall

Memorial dedicated to Swami and Amah was opened for Public view on 24th December 2010

At Sri Krishna Bavan,

Swami Krishnan Sreedharan Memorial Day Pooja @ Seremban

Swami Krishnan Sreedharan memorial Day Pooja held at Seremban on
24th December 2010

India 2010 Journey

Ayyappan Pooja Pictures - 2010

Ayyappan Poojai On 30th October 2010 @ 7pm

Ayyappan Poojai 23th Oct 2010 Pictures

Ayyappan Poojai On 23rd October 2010 @7.01pm

Swamie Saranam !!!!
Ayyappan Poojai will held on 23rd October 2010 ( Saturday ) .
All Friends, swamie's and family members kindly get invited for Poojai
Date : 23rd October 2010
Time : 7.01 pm sharp
At :
No.95, Jalan Wawasan 3/8, Pusat Bandar Puchong,
47160 Puchong, Selangor D.E
( opposite puchong TESCO )
Contact : 012 215 1009 - Pukal Sami

Ayyappan Poojai On 9th October 2010

Guru Poojai on First Day Of Ayyappan Fasting

Raja Sami getting Blessing from Gurusami

Ayyappan Poojai On 9th October 2010 - 7.01pm

Swamie Saranam !!!!

Ayyappan Poojai will held on 9th October 2010 ( Saturday ) .
All Friends, swamie's and family members kindly get invited for Poojai
Date : 9th October 2010
Time : 7.01 pm sharp
At :
No.2065,Jalan SJ 1/1,
Taman Seremban Jaya , Senawang,
Negeri Sembilan

Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa !!!!!!!

Ayyappan Fasting Start on 9th Oct to 26th Nov 2010

Ayyappan Fasting Start on 9th Oct 2010

Swamie Saranam ...With the Love and Blessing of Swamie Ayyappan we will start our 48 Days Ayyapan Fasting on 9th Oct 2010. Followed by Guru Pooja at Seremban .
Our Journey to Sabari Malai will starts on Nov 27 th 2010.

Swamie Saranam Ayyappa

Pallikattu Sabarimalaikku-K.Veeramani

Loka Veeram Mahapoojyam Song

Ayyappan Picture

2010 Sabarimala Yathirai

Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa
Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa
Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa

2010 Sabarimala Yathirai will be on Nov 27th 2010.

Fasting will start on 9th October 2010

Harivarasanam Viswamohanam
Haridadhiswaram Aaradhyapadhukam
Arivimardhanam Nithyanarthanam
Hariharathmajam Devamashraye
Saranam Ayyappa Swamy Saranam Ayyappa
Saranam Ayyappa Swamy Saranam Ayyappa

Malikapurathamma Temple

Malikapurathamma Temple
Malikappurathamma Devi temple alias Malikapuram Temple is situated on a small hill just 100 meters away from Sabarimala. According to legend, Malikapuram temple is the place where the demon Mahishi rests in eternal wait. The temple complex houses the shrines of the Devi and Kaduthaswamy and also the the shrines of the snake god, Nagaraja and goddess, Nagayakshi. Here coconuts are offered only after rolling them on the ground. On the way to the temple, there is a temple tank called as Bhasma Kulam where the devotees can take a holy bath in memory of the tapaswini Sabari, who had committed her mortal life by entering the fire. After this incident the hill was named Sabarimala.

Achankovil Dharmasastha Temple

Achankovil Dharmasastha Temple
Achencoil alias Achankovil is an important pilgrim centre in Pathanamthitta district located 40kms from Nilambur. Believed to be consecrated by Lord Parasurama, the Dharmasastha temple here, dedicated to Lord Ayyappa attracts pilgrims from Kerala and Tamilnadu through out the year specially during the Sabarimala season. This ancient temple is located amidst dense forests of Kandamala, where the God is said to have given 'Darshan' to a worshipper who entered into a long term penance. Here the idol of the main deity, Ayyappa is called Rudraksha Shila. The two important festivals of this temple are Mandala Pooja (December-January) and the festival held at 'Ravathi' (January-February).

The temple is also famous for snake bite treatment. The sandal paste in the hands of the idol of Dharma Sasta is believed to have miraculous cure for snake toxin. Apart from applying this paste on the bitten area, the victims are offered the water from the temple well by the chief priest. The famous Achankovil river flows by this temple

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Holiness Swamiji Krishnan Sreedharan 1st Annivesary , Remember that we love and care about you.

Love here on earth, Love beyond the grave, There are no roads, My love for you can’t pave.

will always remain within our hearts, and we have included you in our daily prayers.
You are in our prayers

Ayyappan & India 2009 Journey Pic Update