We all know that parikrama is an important ritual while visiting temples. But, only few people know that the number of parikramas differ from God to God.
- Only take ardhaparikrama or half parikrama of Lord Shiva.
- Take three parikramas of Goddess.
- Take 4 parikramas of Lord Vishnu or any of his avatars.
- Take three parikramas of Lord Ganesha and Hanuman.
Parikrama rules:
Never stop while taking parikrama. End parikrama from the place you began. The parikrama is considered incomplete if you stop anywhere in the middle.
Never talk to anyone while taking parikrama. It is important that we think of God while taking parikrama.
