Rettai prabha valli.

Srirangam.

 Yes, observing the two-fold Prabha Valli—one on the chariot and the other framing the deity under the arch. This layered arrangement holds deep symbolic significance in Hindu temple traditions, particularly in Vaishnavite and Shaivite processions.

1. The Larger Prabha Valli on the Chariot (Ratha Prabha)

This grand outer Prabha Valli represents the cosmic radiance of the Supreme Being. It signifies the universal energy that pervades all existence, much like how the sun illuminates the entire universe.

During processions, this serves as a halo of divine protection for the deity and the devotees.

It also denotes the glory of the deity’s travel, symbolizing the Lord’s grace moving across the world, blessing all who see Him.

2. The Inner Prabha Valli (Deity’s Halo or Mandala Prabha)

This is a more intimate aura surrounding the deity, emphasizing His personal divine effulgence.

It highlights that the Lord is not just a cosmic power but also a personal deity who engages with devotees.

In iconography, this represents the inner divinity, the sacred space of the Lord, often mirroring the Prabhavali used in temples.

Why Two-Fold Prabhavali?

The outer Prabha (Ratha Prabha) represents His universal presence (Virāt Svarūpa).

The inner Prabha (Mandala Prabha) represents His immanence within the temple and the hearts of devotees.

This dual representation reminds devotees that the Lord exists both within and beyond the known universe—simultaneously accessible and transcendental.

In essence, the two-fold Prabha Valli symbolizes the Supreme Being’s boundless radiance—both encompassing the cosmos and residing intimately within the heart of the devotee.

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