Veeyapuram Sree Dharma Shastha Temple, located in Alappuzha, Kerala, is dedicated to Lord Dharma Shastha, also known as Lord Ayyappa. The presiding deity, Lord Dharma Shastha, is worshipped with great devotion and reverence. Additionally, the temple may also have a shrine dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali or other deities, depending on the tradition followed at the temple.
Devotees visit the temple to offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek solace in the divine presence of Lord Dharma Shastha and the associated deities.
Festivals
Niraputhari
The festival marking the beginning of the harvest season is celebrated at the Lord Ayyappa Temple, where niraputhari paddy is distributed from the temple to the deities. This ritual symbolizes gratitude towards the divine for the bountiful harvest and invokes blessings for prosperity and abundance in the upcoming agricultural season.
Bhagavata Sapthaha Yanjam
Bhagavata Sapthaha Yanjam, also known as Bhagavata Saptaaham, is a sacred event typically lasting seven days, dedicated to the recitation and study of the Bhagavata Purana, an important scripture in Hinduism. During this yanjyam, skilled priests or scholars chant verses from the Bhagavata Purana, accompanied by elaborate rituals and devotional activities.
Contact Information
- Address: Veeyapuram Sree Dharma Shastha Temple, Veeyapuram, Kuttanad Taluk, Kerala 690514
