Before its final installation, the idol is submerged in various substances. It rests in water ( Jaladhivas ) to test for hidden cracks, then in grain ( Dhanyadhivas ) for further sanctification. Netra Unmilanam (Opening of the Eyes):
: Agamic texts often compare the temple structure to the human body, where the Garbhagriha (sanctum) is the head, the Artha Mandapam is the neck, and the Maha Mandapam is the chest. agama pratishtha vidhi in tamil pdf top