Partially on topic: temple outfit

[Maya3]

I know this is turning into a blog. Over a month since I said I was going to wear the dhoti to temple. Another thing I had to work up the courage to do.

I practiced wrapping it a few times at home and did a pretty good job, even though it took almost two hours the first time. This morning I got it down to 10 minutes. Pleated, borders straight and all. I like the Vrindavan style because of the front and back pleats. And the safety pins give an added measure of security.

Anyway, I went to the Sri Guruvayurappan and Sri Maha Ganapathi abhishekams wearing it. One of the priests was doing a puja at a sanctum, looked up as I approached, smiled and gave me a literal thumbs up while he was chanting.

Another priest smiled and said something like "what happened here? At first I thought something was wrong with the dhoti, but his English is not good, and I think he meant "well, what have we here?" I said I decided to wear it to temple now, but I've worn it at home.

So I guess I got the Panditji Seal of Approval®

Aww, that is a nice priest who gives you thumbs up during chanting.

Good for you wearing it too!

Maya

 

[Jainarayan]

He is one of the first ones who greeted me when I first went to temple. There are two others; the other one this morning, and another young priest. The other priests are more reserved, but these three will chat.

 

[Maija]

Dhoti White Ready-Made Trouser -- Fancy Borders

Thought of you while browsing today...ready made dhoti ! ! and super cheap saris.



Do women wear more gopi dresses or saris at temples?

Very curious, I want to go on my birthday.

 

[Jainarayan]

I saw them. I ordered two regular dhotis. I'd say 2/3 of the women wear either sari or salwar kameez. The other 1/3 wear regular western clothes.

 

[rozidesouza]

Thanks for giving your advice. It is absolutely right, every man should wear this sort of dress to let him look awesome!