Vibhuthi Preparation

[Padmanabhan.J]

Cow’s milk, curd, ghee and cow’s urine are then added to the dung. Some herbs are also added and the whole mixture burnt until only the ash remains. This is Thiruneeru which is an disinfectant when applied with the recitation of certain mantras has the ability to cure diseases. The Thiruneeru has always been considered as having a certain sakti which manifest if it is applied with faith and the recitation of certain mantras. When applied with devotion coupled with sincere practice, is said to be able to rid one of the fruits of his bad actions and acts as a purifier.
The healing powers of the Thiruneeru are legend. Saint Thirunaavukkarasar is one of those who was thus cured. Saint Thirunyanasambandhar has sung a lovely song about the qualities of the Thiruneeru.


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