The Adiyogi Ratha Yatra, marking the onset of Mahashivaratri celebrations, commenced from the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, inaugurated by Perur Adheenam.
Coimbatore: The Adiyogi Ratha Yatra, an integral part of the Mahashivaratri festivities, began yesterday (Jan 5) at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore. The event, initiated by Thenkailaya Bhakthi Peravai, was inaugurated by Perur Adheenam, His Holiness Santhalinga Marudachala Adikalar. This year's Ratha Yatra, held annually, embarked on its journey, inviting devotees to the Mahashivaratri festival.
Perur Adheenam, during the inauguration, highlighted the dual nature of worship - one where devotees seek the Lord and the other where the Lord blesses the streets. The Ratha Yatra, carrying the Adiyogi idols on four chariots, will travel across Tamil Nadu, covering approximately 20,000 kilometers, blessing devotees in various districts.
Each chariot will follow a unique route, allowing people in different districts to witness and offer their respects to Adiyogi with flowers, fruits, and aarti. The procession features Kailaya Vathiyam and Thirumurai Pannisai renditions, with Isha Samskriti students performing Thevaram at the inauguration.
This journey is not just a festive procession but a spiritual opportunity, especially for those unable to visit the Adiyogi personally. It allows them to receive blessings in their own villages and culminates at the Isha Yoga Centre on Mahashivratri.
Perur Adheenam, during the inauguration, highlighted the dual nature of worship - one where devotees seek the Lord and the other where the Lord blesses the streets. The Ratha Yatra, carrying the Adiyogi idols on four chariots, will travel across Tamil Nadu, covering approximately 20,000 kilometers, blessing devotees in various districts.
Each chariot will follow a unique route, allowing people in different districts to witness and offer their respects to Adiyogi with flowers, fruits, and aarti. The procession features Kailaya Vathiyam and Thirumurai Pannisai renditions, with Isha Samskriti students performing Thevaram at the inauguration.
This journey is not just a festive procession but a spiritual opportunity, especially for those unable to visit the Adiyogi personally. It allows them to receive blessings in their own villages and culminates at the Isha Yoga Centre on Mahashivratri.