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The Yellamma (Devadasi) Cult

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The Yellamma (Devadasi) Cult
A Devadasi (Jogathi) carrying a copper vessel on her head

See also:
Given to Goddess, Painted Face of a Devotee, Portrait of a Temple Woman (Devadasi), The Temple Women of India, The Yellamma Cult of India

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

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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 deityGiven to GodYou are here
 
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