On the occasion of Adi Amavasya, about 300 villagers from Ikkarai Boluvampatti Block congregated at the Adiyogi for a traditional celebration in the evening today. As is customary on Adi Amavasya, these villagers from Boluvampatti, Semmedu, Muttathuvayal and Kottaikaadu – attired in their most colourful traditional dress – offered Paal Kudam, a ceremonial offering of milk to deity, and offered Pooja to the Yogeshwara Linga right in front of the Adiyogi. What turned out to be an unexpected bonus for visitors from far and wide, the villagers then offered a charming routine of traditional dance and music to the Adiyogi Shiva.
“It is a matter of great pride that Sadhguru has consecrated the Adiyogi statue near our village,” said
Shri Velumani,a farmer from Semmedu village, and a participant in the proceedings.
“People from all over the world come to visit. Sadhguru has offered all of us from the villages around, an opportunity to offer Pooja to the Yogeshwara linga on Amavasya. On this Adi Amavasya, we’ve brought Paal Kudam accompanied by Shiva Vadyam (traditional instruments). We are planning on grander
celebrations in the coming years.”
Students of the village schools, too, pitched in with a compelling display of Silambattam – stick and
spear twirling. This was followed by a delightful display of Kummiyattam – a folk dance based on
clapping.
“The Amavasya Pooja expenses are completely borne by us,” said a beaming Mr Kangaraj, another
participating villager. “We are also offering Annandanam. People of all ages participate in the festivities. Each person celebrates according to their wish. Some take the karagam – a pot of water decorated with flowers carried on the head – while some make rice offerings. Everyone participates with full involvement. It is a manifestation of our strong bond with Isha.”
The Amavasya Poojas by the villagers are a regular feature at the Adiyogi for nearly 5 years now.
These celebrations have become a draw for locals as well as global tourists and visitors.
(This is an official press release from Isha Foundation. The Commune was not involved in creating this content.)
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