Ayyavazhi

Ayyavazhi அய்யாவழி (Tamil: "path of the father") is a Tamil monistic religion that originated in South India in the mid-19th century. The 'zhi' (ழி) in the word, 'Ayyavazhi', is a retroflex, ri. Though Ayyavazhi has not received official recognition, it has transformed itself into a distinctive religious phenomenon, making its presence felt in India's southern districts of Tamil Nadu.

Contents

Front Matter

1. Introduction

Section 1: The Essence of Ayyavazhi

1. Ekam
2. Ayya Vaikundar
3. Sivam
4. Sakthi
5. Narayana

Section 2: Worship Centers

1. Thalaimaippathi
2. Panchappathi
3. Pathis
4. Nizhal Thangals

Section 3: Scriptures

1. Akilattirattu Ammanai
2. Arul Nool
3. Ayyavazhi Prayers
4. Religious Characters

Section 4: History

1. History of Ayyavazhi
2. History of Pathis
3. History of Nizhal Thangals

Section 5: Philosophical Concepts

1. Philosophy of Akilattirattu Ammanai
2. Eight Yugas
3. Avatars
4. Kroni

Section 6: Theology

1. Monism
2. Panentheism
3. Formation of Species

Section 7: Doctrine

1. Incarnation of Vaikundar
2. Vinchai, Thirukkalyanam and Dharma Yukam
3. Other teachings and debates

Section 7: Festivals

1. Ayya Vaikunda Avataram
2. Thiru Eadu Vasippu
3. Akila Thirunal