The response
స్వామియే శరణం అయ్యప్ప സ്വാമിയേ ശരണം അയ്യപ്പാ
In group worship, a leader calls an invocation and the group responds. Let the pace remain clear and comfortable for everyone.
A short call-and-response selection
| Leader’s invocation | Group response | Meaning of the name |
|---|---|---|
| Hariharaputra | Saranam Ayyappa | Son of Hari and Hara. |
| Manikanta | Saranam Ayyappa | The one with a bell at his neck. |
| Dharma Sastha | Saranam Ayyappa | Teacher and guardian of dharma. |
| Swamiye | Saranam Ayyappa | An address to the Lord, followed by the appeal for refuge. |
Using this selection
This is a short editorial selection for learning, not a complete 108-invocation collection. Group order and wording vary. Follow the version taught by your Guruswamy and learn unfamiliar words before leading others.
Sources & editorial notes
Edited 27 October 2026. References provide traditional or practical context; this is not a live service feed. Confirm dates, access, bookings and prices with the authorities. Regional customs are identified where relevant. No priestly or native-language review is claimed.
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