Gurukkal
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See different meaning for the word Gurukkal.
- Gurukkal BrahminsGurukkal brahminsGurukkal is Tamil plural form of the Sanksrit word "Guru" - Spiritual Teacher. These are the brahmins who acted as gurus to medieval king like Rajaraja I and brought many kings in to the fold of saivism.-Migration of Brahmins :...
- A sub-sect of Vadamas not recognized as one amongst them and whose duties are to worship at Temples. - Gurukkal, KalarippayattuGurukkal, KalarippayattuGurukkal is a term used in the Malayalam language which means guru or teacher. Masters or teachers of yoga and kalaripayat are usually referred to as Gurukkal. In kalaripayat the master is also called a "Kalari Gurukkal"...
- YogaYogaYoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline, originating in ancient India. The goal of yoga, or of the person practicing yoga, is the attainment of a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility while meditating on Supersoul...
teachers and KalarippayattuKalarippayattuKalaripayattu is a southern Indian martial art originating in Tamil Nadu but also practiced in contiguous parts of Kerala and Karnataka.Kalari payat includes strikes, kicks, grappling, preset forms, weaponry and healing methods...
masters are usually referred as Gurukkal.