Sree Narayana Guru was the Kingpin of a social revolution which transformed
the caste-ridden society of Kerala. His philosophy of 'one caste,
one religion and one God for man' and 'man should progress whatever
be the religion' had far-reaching impact. Though in a peaceful and
democratic way he fought against the caste supremacy and the outlook
of caste Hindus, untouchbility and religious fanaticism practised
by them. He even went to the extent of installing and consecration
idols in temples to establish that the authority to perform religious
rites does not rest only with caste-Hindus, especially Brahmins. The
Sharada temple and his mutt at Sivagiri atop Varkala hill has now
become a place of pilgrimage. The Guru Deva Jayanti, the birthday
of the Guru, and the Samadhi day are befittingly celebrated in August
and September respectively every year. On these days colourful processions,
seminars, public meetings, cultural shows, community feasts and special
rituals are held. In the last week of December, devotees of Sree Narayana
Guru, donned in yellow attire stream to Sivagiri from different parts
of Kerala and outside, in what may be called a pilgrimage of enlightenment.
Seminars and discussions on various themes of modern life ranging
from industrialisation to women's emancipation are held during the
days of pilgrimage. The Mahasamadhi of Sree Narayana Guru also at
tracts a large number of devotees and tourists.
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