What Is The Speciality Of The Sitting Posture Of Lord Ayyappa?

Ayyappa Idol is very much different from other Hindu idols. Usually three positions are there in which the Hindu idols can be seen erected in the temples - Sitting, Standing or lying.

Ayyappa’s sitting posture is called Yoga asana, which is different from the posture of other idols. Yogasana is meditating post.

The lap is not kept free, like other Gods which has the worldly meaning of providing space to the concert. 

The left lap is considered to be the seat or place for wife/ concert.

Ayyappan is considered as the Brahmachari ( observing celibacy) - Naishtika Brahmachari

Unlike other Gods who sits on flowers or thrones, Ayyappa sits on pita (on feet) 

Ayyappa’s posture is more like balancing on foot rather than on sitting on the hip. Balancing on foot is difficult and not an enjoyable posture.

The belt on legs has many stories associated with it. But the underlying meaning is maintaining a territory of observance. It shows the control over the mind. 

Abhaya mudra is set on his fingers, which shows fearlessness. 

Ayyappa Idol has a space that shows the universe of thoughts.

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