Parikrama has special significance in Indian eternal culture. Going to a temple and moving around the idol of God or Devasthan is not just a religious tradition, but the flow of reverence, faith and energy. Parikrama not only gives peace to the mind, but also provides spiritual benefits. But have you ever wondered which deity should you revolve around? Let us know the rules related to circumambulation according to religious texts and beliefs.
1. Parikrama of Lord Vishnu
Lord Vishnu is ordered four times. It is believed that in the circumambulation dedicated to Vishnu, special care should be taken of restraint and rules. Chanting the mantra “Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya” while revolving in the Vishnu temple is considered auspicious.
2. Lord Shiva’s circumambulation
Shivji’s circumambulation is half -dizzy i.e. semi orbit. Religious belief is that after offering bilva patra of Shivalinga, one should revolve around the left and never cross Nandi. The entire circumambulation of Shivling is considered taboo.
3. Mata Durga or Devi Parikrama
Goddess Durga or other goddess forms are orbiting one, three or nine times. At the time of Navratri, devotees worship the mother by doing nine revolutions. Especially in the circumambulation of the Goddess, the feeling of reverence and faith is important.
4. Parikrama of Shri Ram and Shri Krishna
Lord Rama and Krishna are both incarnations of Vishnu, so there is a tradition to revolve around them four times. Especially at places like Dwarkadhish Temple and Ram Janmabhoomi, devotees perform four revolutions.
5. Surya Dev’s circumambulation
While revolving in the Sun Temple, the circumambulation is done seven times, which is considered a symbol of seven days of the week. After offering water to the Sun God, this circumambulation is done and it is considered to be relieving diseases.
6. Orbiting Tulsi Plant
Tulsi is considered to be the form of Goddess Lakshmi. Tulsi has a tradition of circulating 11, 21 or 108 times. Especially the Tulsi marriage, the circumambulation of Tulsi on Kartik month and Ekadashi is considered extremely auspicious.
Spiritual feeling behind the circumambulation
While revolving, the person revolves around the energy of the deity, which ends his negative energy and communicates positive energy. If this process is done with meditation and chanting, mental peace and spiritual development is possible. Therefore, whenever you go to a temple next time, while revolving around the deities, take care of these rules and beliefs and revolve around with full devotion.
