In this article I explore the spiritual and legal foundations of the Sabarimala tradition, challenging the narrative that restrictions are based on impurity. It clarifies the distinction between an omnipresent God and a consecrated Deity with specific rights as a juristic person. By highlighting the role of Devaprashnam and the Agama Shastras, the piece argues that temple practices are governed by the Divine Will, not modern secular logic or historical timelines.…

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