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Dharma Shasta

धर्मशास्ता
Also known as: Dharma Śāstā, Shasta, Dharmasastha

About

The universal form of Ayyappa as the upholder of cosmic law and order. Worshipped in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Represents the principle of righteousness and the protector of dharma.

Attributes

DharmaCosmic orderProtectionJustice

Symbols

BowArrowBellLotus
Consort
Prabha and Purna (in some traditions)
Vahana (Mount)
Elephant

Associated Mantras

Om Dharma Śāstāya Namaḥ
Shasta Stotram

Festivals

MakaravilakkuShasta Puja

Scriptures

Shasta PurāṇaDharma Śāstā Purāṇa

Regions Worshipped

KeralaTamil NaduSouth India

Iconography

Four arms, holding bow, arrow, and in abhaya and varada mudras. Seated on elephant. Majestic, righteous expression.