लोकवीरं महापूज्यं सर्वरक्षाकरं विभुम्
Inspired by Tradition.
Devotion in the modern age.
Nashville's community of Ayyappa devotees — observing the sacred deeksha and walking the timeless path to Shabarimala.
Forty-one days of stillness, brotherhood, and surrender.
Lord Ayyappa, divine son of Shiva and Vishnu in the form of Mohini, is revered as the eternal guardian of dharma. He resides at Shabarimala, where seekers from every corner of the world undertake the timeless mandala vratam.
The path is one of equality. At the eighteen sacred steps, names dissolve — every devotee is simply Swami. The deeksha is observed in austerity, brotherhood, and unwavering remembrance.
Tat tvam asi — Thou art That.
This season
Deeksha 2026
Mandala begins
November 8, 2026
Mandala ends
December 21, 2026
Makaravilakku
January 14, 2027
- Mala Dharana
- Sastha Preethi Maha Padi Puja
- Ganapathi Homam, Irumudi & Yatra
- Darshanam, Padi Puja & Deeksha Viramana
- Darshanam, Padi Puja & Deeksha Viramana
- Sastha Preethi Maha Padi Puja
Host a puja
Three traditions, one calendar.
Bhajan
Devotional song carried by Mandala Deeksha, every Saturday evening.
Padi Puja
The Padi Puja — eighteen steps reverence, hosted at home or hall.
Ayyappa Mahapuja
The grand Ayyappa Mahapuja, marking sankalpam moments through the year.
Coming up
Events
No upcoming events on the calendar yet — check back soon.
Devotee corner
Walk the path with Mandala Deeksha.
Apply for membership and a Guru swami will personally review your application.
Gallery
Past Mandala Deeksha events
Photos from past Mandala Deeksha events will be shown here.
Leadership
Guru Swamis
Mandala Deeksha is guided by experienced Guru swamis who lead the deeksha and review devotee applications.
Mandala Deeksha Guru swami profiles will appear here once added.