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What is the significance of Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavatar's connection with Guruvayurappan?

Chembai's life was deeply intertwined with his spiritual devotion to Guruvayurappan. It involves a miraculous cure through his devotion and the initiation of an annual tradition of performing at Guruvayur.This connection with Guruvayurappan went beyond his musical career, shaping his personal and artistic journey, and left a lasting impact on his legacy.

What is Apaddharma?

Apaddharma refers to the religious protocol applicable during times of distress, disasters, or societal decline. It temporarily suspends normal social rules, especially those regulating interactions and dining among different social groups (jatis), which are typically influenced by notions of purity, impurity (ashaucha), and social hierarchy. The core principle of apaddharma is that preserving life takes precedence over maintaining these rules. For example, in emergencies like fires or floods, customary restrictions on physical contact with lower-status individuals are set aside to ensure survival. This flexibility underscores the primacy of life over rigid social norms.

ॐ‌ शिरोरूपाय विद्महे छायासुताय धीमहि। तन्नो राहुः प्रचोदयात्। om shiroroopaaya vidmahe chhaayaasutaaya dheemahi. tanno raahuh' prachodayaat.....

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