Lord Mahadeva, also known as Lord Shiva, is worshipped as the primary deity in this temple, symbolizing the cosmic energy responsible for creation, preservation, and destruction.
The temple's location at the junction of Thrikunnapuzha in Haripad makes it easily accessible to devotees from surrounding areas for seeking blessings and spiritual solace.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Shivaratri
Shivaratri, the auspicious night dedicated to Lord Shiva, is celebrated with great fervor and devotion in this region. Devotees observe fasts, perform rituals, and offer prayers throughout the night, seeking the blessings of the divine. Special ceremonies, including Rudrabhishekam and Maha Shivaratri Puja, are conducted in temples, creating a spiritually charged atmosphere filled with devotion and reverence.
Thrikkarthika
Thrikkarthika, a significant festival celebrated in Kerala during the Malayalam month of Vrischikam, holds deep cultural and religious significance. Devotees illuminate their homes and temples with traditional oil lamps, known as Karthika Vilakku, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness. Special prayers, rituals, and offerings are made to Lord Shiva and other deities, fostering a sense of unity and devotion among communities.
Contact Address: Mangalam Edakkadu Njaneswara Temple, Thrikkunnapuzha- Valiyazhikkal Rd, Arattupuzha, Kerala 690515
