A Sacred Night of Devotion & Inner Light at Arunamangala

On this luminous full moon of Ashadha Pournami, we at Arunamangala Retreat, Tiruvannamalai, join seekers across Bharat in celebrating Guru Purnima—a day to honor the presence and wisdom of the Guru tattva, the divine remover of darkness.

Full Moon Timing & Spiritual Significance

In 2025, the full moon begins at 7:18 PM on July 9 and ends at 8:43 PM on July 10 (IST). This sacred lunar window invites us to sit in silence, reflect on our path, and receive the blessings of the Guru—seen and unseen.

Girivalam – The Sacred Walk Around Arunachala

Thousands of devotees take part in Girivalam, the ancient 14-km circumambulation around Arunachala hill. Every step under the glowing full moon becomes a mantra, a prayer, a renewal.

At Arunamangala, guests are invited to walk this sacred path, or meditate in stillness at Shivogam, our elevated hill-facing meditation space. The mountain stands quiet. The heart becomes clear.

From Tirumurai: Appar and the Guru Within

We reflect on the life of Tirunavukkarasar (Appar), one of the foremost saints of the Tamil Shaiva tradition. Once a Jain monk, he returned to the path of Shiva—not through instruction, but through a deep, inner awakening.

At the temple of Tiruvadhigai Veeratteswarar, Appar sang:

“கூற்றத்தொடு ஆயிடுங்கொண்டார் குற்றம் கெடக் கழலிணை ஏத்தி…”
“By praising the feet that vanquish sin and death, all karmic faults dissolve.”

Let us offer our gratitude to:

• The living Gurus who walk beside us
• The wisdom of tradition passed down through sacred texts
• The silent, guiding light within

On this day, we remember that the Guru is not outside us, but the very awareness that lights our inner path.

“Gu” means darkness, “Ru” means remover. The Guru is the light that dissolves ignorance and reveals the Self.”

Join Us at Arunamangala

We welcome seekers and spiritual travelers for full moon observances, silent retreats, and nature-immersed sadhana.

Instagram: @arunamangala.tvm
Contact: +91 73051 19634

 Come sit in the presence of the mountain. Come walk the path of light.