Poothara

The seven presiding deities of Kalari comprise the seven steps of the Puttara. The first step is that of Vignesha or Ganapathi at the base of the Puttara giving initiating power. The second step is Chandika or Bhumi or Parvati (Earth Power) giving patience of earth. The third step is of Vishnu for Agnisakti or commanding power. Vishnu has the Chakra as his weapon and its rotation destroys all enemies. On the fourth step is Vadukisca or lighting. The weapon in itself has no lighting power. It is only the action with the weapon that gives the power associated with speed and quickness (Ayudha parasakthi). On the fifth step are the power and blessings of the guru (Gurusakthi). And on the sixth step is Kali in her Raudra aspect. Here, you get this special power of fury. Finally, at the seventh is Vagastha-puruso where you get the power of voice or sound. By making certain noises you can terrify your opponent like an animal. A man who perfectly knows all these seven and keeps his mind always concentrated will be able to have superior Manasakti.