The priesthood is usually passed down through families who have served the same temple for centuries.
Gurukkals are highly educated in the Agamas—ancient scripts that dictate temple construction, idol creation, and worship procedures. The priesthood is usually passed down through families
If you wanted to see the best entertainment in ancient India, you went to the temple. The priesthood is usually passed down through families
The lifestyle of a traditional Kanchipuram Gurukkal is rigorous and highly disciplined: The priesthood is usually passed down through families