Final Steps of Iraivan Temple’s Kodimaram
Aum Namah Sivaya
This week the monks of the Siddhidatta Kulam and the siplis worked on the final installation of the kavacham (metal cladding) on Iraivan Temple's kodimaram—the temple's flagpole. Each piece of the kavacham must go over the tall piece of teak wood in the correct order. They then have to be set in place with wooden spacers to properly attach around the pole. The top of the pole is etched with three progressively smaller edges over which sits the three pieces of the metal "flag." The flag is a complex and ancient design, which once put together with its bracing pieces, is almost completely without any sagging. Mind you, these are 8-foot long, horizontal pieces attached to a top of a pole. They are also very heavy. A rather astounding example of Indian temple engineering. With all the kodimaram pieces installed, our gold leafing team can soon work their magic. Aum.
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June 8th, 2021 at 9:00 pm
“AUM”!.
June 9th, 2021 at 6:30 am
Wow that is going to compliment the entire Temple, a great finishing touch!
Kudos to our carvers and to Swami for a great job!
June 9th, 2021 at 6:35 am
At a time when the world clock has ground to a halt for almost two years, it is a happy feeling to see work in God Siva’s land is moving uninterrupted. Mahalo, swamis, silpis, volunteers and other workers.
June 9th, 2021 at 9:25 pm
The manifestation of Iraivan is magical. So blessed to see these updates and Mikka Nandri for sharing. The magic if felt far and wide, and the dynamic efforts an example to us all. Aum Namah Sivaya.
June 15th, 2021 at 4:59 pm
Aum Namasivaya. So wonderful to see the progress. We are blessed to see the vision of Gurudeva manifesting in the physical. Jai Satguru and all the monks and silpis and devotees . This is indeed hard work for which we are all so grateful. Jai Ganesa. Aum