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.
Chapter 1: The Essence of Ayyavazhi
- Introduction
- Ekam
- Ayya Vaikundar
- Sivam
- Sakthi
- Narayana
Chapter 2: Worship Centers
Chapter 3: Scriptures
- Akilattirattu Ammanai
- Arul Nool
- Ayyavazhi Prayers
- Religious Characters
Chapter 4: History
- History of Ayyavazhi
- History of Pathis
- History of Nizhal Thangals
Chapter 5: Philosophical Concepts
- Philosophy of Akilattirattu Ammanai
- Eight Yugas
- Avatars
- Kroni
Chapter 6: Theology
- Monism
- Panentheism
- Formation of Species
Chapter 7: Doctrine
- Incarnation of Vaikundar
- Vinchai, Thirukkalyanam and Dharma Yukam
- Other teachings and debates
Chapter 7: Festivals
- Ayya Vaikunda Avataram
- Thiru Eadu Vasippu
- Akila Thirunal
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