Markazhi Matha amavasai Prathosam
Here is a picture showcasing the special occasion of Margazhi month Pradhosham that fell to be on Ammavasai day. The idol and Nandi statues were decorated with flowers and the temple was seen teeming with devotees.
What is Pradhosham?
Pradhosham is a bimonthly occasion. It falls to be on the thirteenth day of every two weeks as per Hindu calendar. The occasion is so special for lord Shiva. During these days, the ideal timing for worshipping the lord will be 1.5 hours before and after the sunset. Devotees carry out fasting or vows during these three hours and these are called Pradhosha Vrata. A devotee wears Rudhraksha, Vibuthi and worships the lord by performing Abhisheka, saldalwood paste, Bilva leaves, food offerings (Neivedhyam), deepam, and so on.
Thiruvempavai Thiruppalli yezhuchi description
The Thiruvempavai Thiruppalli yezhuchi description took place between 06.00 a.m. and 07.00 a.m. The pictures of this event are what you see here.
The gathering of devotees is addressed over the mike. The place is decorated with holy banana trees. All the devotees here are made to sit on floor to listen to the comprehensive description of Thiruvempavai.
Sivajyothi Dhyaana Aalayam Decorations
Here are pictures of the Sivajyothi Dhyaana Aalayam or meditation hall. Here is a lingam seen in deep black shade and decorated with flowers and there are many lights lit up around the idol. Flowers in yellow, and red with leavesbeing the highlighters. The Nandi stature is decorated with Maala too.
