Irumudi Rituals & Mantras
Guide to Irumudi Kattu rituals, Kettunira ceremony, opening mantras, chants, and the tradition of climbing the 18 holy steps.
What are Irumudi Rituals?
Irumudi rituals are the sacred ceremonies that surround the bundle from filling to opening. The Kettunira ceremony fills and ties the Irumudi before departure, the bundle is carried on the head throughout the yatra, and it is finally opened with a mantra before Lord Ayyappa before the devotee climbs the Pathinettampadi, the eighteen holy steps.
Why learn the rituals?
Perform Ceremonies Correctly
Follow the traditional Kettunira sequence guided by a Guru Swamy
Know the Key Mantras
Learn the chants recited when opening the Irumudi at Sannidhanam
Respect the 18 Steps
Understand the Pathinettampadi tradition connected with carrying the Irumudi
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