Within the temple grounds, the Sasthavu (Lord Ayyappa) shrine is traditionally placed as a sub-deity, typically located in a dedicated pavilion or alcove along the temple’s prakaram. Manarcad Sri Bhagavathy Temple shrine lies harmoniously in the sacred tier of deities, offering devotees a quiet, devotional space to perform Sasthavu vazhipadukal with reverence often situated to the southwest or toward the back portion of the inner courtyard, depending on temple layout.
List of Sasthavu vazhipadukal at Manarcaud Devi Temple
1.Maala Pooja (മാല പൂജ)
A devotional garland offering to Sasthavu, symbolizing surrender and discipline. Performed before pilgrimages or for blessings, it removes obstacles and grants spiritual strength.
2. Thirunada Samarppanam (തിരുനട സമര്പ്പണം)
Offering at the holy steps of Sasthavu, signifying humility and surrender. Brings spiritual purity and divine blessings before other rituals.
3. Vella Nivedyam (വെള്ള നിവേദ്യം)
Simple white rice offering to Sasthavu for purity, gratitude, and prosperity. Ensures health and peace in the devotee’s life.
4. Ellu Vilakku (എള്ള് വിളക്ക്)
Lighting a sesame oil lamp for Sasthavu to remove negativity, protect from evil, and bring clarity and peace.
5. Pushpanjali (പുഷ്പാഞ്ജലി)
Fresh flowers offered to Sasthavu, symbolizing pure devotion. Brings prosperity, protection, and spiritual fulfillment.
6. Thrumadhuram (തൃമധുരം)
Sweet offering of jaggery, bananas, or similar items, representing joy. Ensures happiness, harmony, and success.
7. Abhisheka Nadappanam (അഭിഷേകനടപ്പണം)
Donation for conducting Sasthavu abhishekam with holy items. Brings health, wealth, and spiritual growth.
8. Kettunira (കെട്ടുനിറ)
Preparation and sanctification of irumudi kettu for Sabarimala pilgrimage. Seeks safe travel and vow fulfillment.
9. Neyy Vilakku (നെയ്യ് വിളക്ക്)
Lighting a ghee lamp before Sasthavu to invoke divine light, purity, and blessings for prosperity.
10. Mukkutti Archana (മുക്കുറ്റി അര്ച്ചന)
Offering the sacred flower Mukkutti during archana to remove obstacles and attract good fortune.
11. Neeranjanam (നീരാഞ്ജനം)
Lamp ritual using oil and wicks for protection from evil forces and ensuring peace.
12. Mruthyunjaya Manthraarchana (മൃത്യുഞ്ജയ മന്ത്രാര്ച്ചന)
Chanting the Mruthyunjaya mantra for Sasthavu, seeking health, longevity, and freedom from dangers.
13. Aikyamathyamanthraarchana (ഐക്യമത്യമന്ത്രാര്ച്ചന)
Special mantra archana for harmony, unity, and peace in family and relationships.
14. Ashvarooda Manthraarchana (അശ്വാരൂഢ മന്ത്രാര്ച്ചന)
Mantra offering invoking Sasthavu’s blessings for power, success, and protection in ventures.
15. Bhagyasookthaarchana (ഭാഗ്യസൂക്താര്ച്ചന)
Chanting the Bhagyasooktham to bring prosperity, luck, and positive opportunities.
16. Palppayasam (പാല്പ്പായസം)
Offering sweet milk pudding for fulfillment of vows and blessings of happiness.
17. Ellupayasam (എള്ള് പായസം)
Sesame-based sweet pudding offering for ancestral blessings and protection from negativity.
18. Niramala (നിറമാല)
Grand floral and lamp decoration for Sasthavu, signifying devotion and thanksgiving.
19. Kadumpayasam (കടുംപായസം)
Jaggery-rich payasam offering for strength, health, and fulfillment of wishes.
20. Neyy Abhishekam (നെയ്യ് അഭിഷേകം)
Ghee abhishekam to Sasthavu for purity, health, and spiritual upliftment.
21. Appam (അപ്പം)
Offering sweet fried appam for prosperity, satisfaction, and divine grace.
22. Nakshathra Pooja (നക്ഷത്ര പൂജ)
Ritual performed on one’s birth star day for personal blessings and good fortune.
23. Shanipooja (ശനി പൂജ)
Special pooja to pacify Saturn’s influence, removing hardships and granting relief.
24. Bhajana (ഭജന)
Devotional singing in praise of Sasthavu to invite peace, devotion, and divine energy.
25. Oru Neram Pooja (ഒരു നേരം പൂജ)
One-time pooja service for blessings, protection, and prosperity.
26. Divasa Pooja (ദിവസ പൂജ)
Full-day pooja dedicated to Sasthavu for complete well-being and divine grace.
Contact Address:
Manarcad Sri Bhagavathy Temple,
6th Mile Manarkadu Temple Rd,
Manarcadu, Kerala 686019
