How long is Ayyappa Vratham?

41 days
A devotee aspiring for a darshan of Lord Ayyappan has to be pure both mentally and physically and for this, he is expected to observe a mandatory fast (vritham) of 41 days that usually begins on the first day of the Malayalam month of Vrischikam in mid November.

What does Sabarimala 18 steps mean?

These signify emotions: Krodh (anger), kama (love), lobh (greed), moh (lust), asooya (jealousy), dhoombh (boastfulness), madha (unhealthy competition) and maltsarya (pride). It is believed that climbing up the steps while chanting helps control emotions that cause pain in the world.

What is the significance of 41 days?

The 41-day fasting period transforms the devotee from human to god. It is customary to revere every devotee preparing for Sabarimala pilgrimage as an avatar of the Lord himself. To ascend the 18 holy steps leading to Lord Ayyappa, the person should have irumudikettu.

How many hours does it take to climb Sabarimala?

2 to 3 hours.

Which day is ayyappa day?

The place where arrow landed is now an Ayyappa shrine, a site of a major pilgrimage that is particularly popular for visits on Makara Sankranti (about January 14).

How long is Sabarimala Trek?

46 kilometres

Sabarimala Trek
Length	46 kilometres (29 mi)
Location	Kottayam district, Pathanamthitta district
Use	Trekking
Elevation

What is Ayyappa fasting?

Scientific Significance of Ayyappan Fasting Devotees must observe a compulsory fasting of 41 days before the pilgrimage which helps to purify the mind and body. Devotees must have their entire concentration on the Lord Ayyappan, which restricts them from having unnecessary thoughts and help them develop good habits.

What is Ayyappa Favourite food?

Their only wish: The cardamom seeds they pluck should be used in the preparation of Ayyappa’s favourite dessert, `aravana’. And now, 17 years after the first Sri Lankan Tamil refugee walked up the forest path with a cardamom garland, the Lord seems to have granted their wish.