Goddess Renuka Devi is a form of the Hindu goddess Parvati, worshipped for her protective and nurturing qualities, while Mariyamman is a manifestation of Shakti, revered for her powers of healing and fertility.
Devotees visit the temple to seek blessings from both Goddess Renuka Devi and Mariyamman for various aspects of their lives, including health, prosperity, and well-being.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Ammankodai Maholsavam
The Ammankodai Maholsavam celebrated during the Meenam month (March-April) is a grand festival held at various temples in Kerala, including those dedicated to Goddess Mariamman. This festival is marked by vibrant processions, traditional music and dance performances, and elaborate rituals conducted to honor the goddess.
Manjal Neerattu
The Manjal Neerattu ritual, observed at certain temples in Kerala, including the one you mentioned, involves devotees splashing themselves with boiling turmeric water using a thengin pookola. This ritual is believed to purify the body and soul, ward off evil spirits, and invoke the blessings of the deity, usually Goddess Mariamman or other goddesses associated with healing and protection.
Contact Address: Manappat Renuka Mariyamman Kovil, Near SNRA 84A, Shastri Nagar, Maradu, Ernakulam, Kerala 682304
