The Temple Women of India

Cowrie (Kavade) Decorations of a Devotee

© K.L.Kamat/Kamat's Potpourri
Cowrie (Kavade) Decorations of a Devotee
Given to God

Portrait of a Devadasi (temple woman)
Notice how she has decorated herself with cowrie shells.
See also:
Muria Dancer with Cowrie Decorations, Cowrie Seashell

Given to Goddess -- A Temple Woman
The Yellamma Cult of South India
Temple Women

Pictures
Metal idol of Goddess Yellammas HeadA Young Jogavva on her way to seek almsDedicated to Goddess -- Dedicated to Men
A Jogappa and four Jogathis (devotees of Yellamma) performing to please their deityYou are hereA Devadasi (Jogathi) carrying a copper vessel on her head
A Devotee Balancing an IdolPicture of Phakiravva Gudisagar

Kamat's Potpourri The Timeless Theater The People of India The Temple Women of India Given to God