Iraivan Temple's Avudayar Casting
This is a piece of art by Arumugam Manivelu depicting the inner sanctum of Iraivan Temple. The base the holds the sacred 700-pound spathika lingam is called the avudayar.
Selvanathan Sthapati was at the site where the massive avudayar is being cast.
Traditional ornamentations adorn the massive base for the crystal lingam. One of the largest, if not the largest, made in recent centuries in five metals.
The wax is marked and shaped, and panchaloka metal will take its place.
The bottom portion of the peedam is being shaped by the craftsmen. Note their skilled use of wax. An amazing art.
From Our Gurus' Teachings
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Bodhinatha's Latest Upadesha: "Understanding Karma" (March 21, 2013)
Mitigate karma by living a religious life, being disciplined, following dharma, being of service, accepting responsibility. We create the future by how we act in the present, wisely, through introspection, punyam, detachment from emotion. Utilizing the law of karma we mature spiritually keeping life sublime. Challenges are good making us stronger, developing new abilities. Commentary on The Master Course, Lessons 341,342.
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