The oracle is required to undergo a strict regiment in preparation of under training before the assumption of duty. The boy earmarked to be the oracle after completion of the seventh year recites the upasana rituals of Chathan every day early in the morning. He should perform the ablution in cold water at four O’ Clock in the morning a ritual which should be continued without break for over 17 years.

The priest of Bhagavan Chathan has also pass through some such ordeals. He should be a member of the Kanady family. It is not very easy to have the appearance of Chathan. This is an ex ercise that requires spritualapprentive-ship deep connection a capability for sustained spiritual meditation and sprit of total dedication are the prerequestists for ewoking the image of Chathan in the mind. The would-be oracle has to follow meticulously the instructions imparted to him by his teacher. Chathan will follow that person who is devoted to anywhere and everywhere he goes if called he will appear. It all depends upon the concentration of mind, devotion, determination and dedication of Chathan. Chathan is a slave to his devotees. He shapes himself as one worships him. Parabrahmam, after all is as a buffalo