What is Snapana Thirumanjanam?

Abhishekam – specifically called Snapana Thirumanjanam (Holy bathing), is performed to the utsava murthy and his consorts on all the three days in the Vasanthotsavam hall outside the temple premises.

Is face shield allowed in Tirumala?

The TTD officials have put in place strict precautionary measures like wearing of masks and maintaining social distance. As per the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) prescribed by the government, every devotee must wear a face mask and maintain six feet distance with the other.

Is Darshan allowed in Tirumala now?

Though TTD suspended “Sarva Darshanam” (free darshan of the deity) for pilgrims with effect from April 12 in view of the surge in Covid-19 cases, it has been allowing darshan for pilgrims who purchase “special darshan tickets” for ₹300 apiece.

Which is the first day of Tirumala Tirupati?

On the first day of Pavithrotsavam, Homam (Prayer to Sacrificial Fire) is performed at Yagasala situated inside the temple followed by Snapana Thirumanjanam (celestial bath) for about two hours to the processional deities with sandal, turmeric, milk, curd and honey.

Which is the main deity of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam?

During these three days, Tirumanjanam and Homam are performed to the main deity and as well as primary idols of Lord Sri Venkateswar Swamy. As a prelude to this purification festival Ankurarpanam is performed a day before where in nine types of cereals are sowed in an earthen container which marks the beginning of the festival.

Who is the founder of Tirumala Devasthanam Festival?

This festival was first instituted by Saluva Mallaiah Deva Raja in 1463 A.D. at Tirumala during the period of Saluva Narasimha as per the inscription 157 present in Srivari Temple. During these three days, Tirumanjanam and Homam are performed to the main deity and as well as primary idols of Lord Sri Venkateswar Swamy.

What kind of silk is used for Tirumala Tirupati?

These holy silk threads are woven out of a special variety of high quality cotton which is grown exclusively in the land that is meant to grow Tulasi plant which is considered to be sacred for Hindus.