Every devotee is addressed simply as "Swami," mirroring the omnipresent divinity highlighted in the mantras. The Complete 108 Ayyappa Saranam in English

Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa!

You can chant the 108 repetitions using a . With each bead, say: "Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa" (or the English version above).

— The ultimate bestower of refuge and fearlessness

Part 4: Destroyer of Sins and Bestower of Salvation (56–80) 108 Sarana Gosham, 108 Saranam - Ayyappa Temple

With a virtuous mind and a sacred vow, I wear the holy bead chain now. No wrong, no lie, no selfish fight, Guide me, Ayyappa, with your light.

— The deity who shelters all who surrender

— The son of Vishnu (Hari) and Shiva (Hara)