The temple is dedicated to Chathan, a deity known for dictating and warning those involved in vices, correcting wrongdoers, and showing them the right path. Chathan is considered an aide of Lord Vishnu Maya, as referenced in folklore and old palm-leaf manuscripts.
The Chathan Swamy Temple is a spiritual center where devotees seek the blessings of Chathan Swamy for protection, guidance, and rectification of their misdeeds.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Uchaara Maholsavam
Uchaara Maholsavam at the Chathan Swamy Temple is a grand festival featuring various rituals and ceremonies. The celebrations include Chathanoottu, Annadanam , Parayidal, Ezhunnallath, Bhagavatha Parayanam , and Deeparadhana. Devotees gather in large numbers to participate in these rituals, seeking blessings and spiritual upliftment.
Pathamudaya Pongala
Pathamudaya Pongala at the Chathan Swamy Temple is celebrated in the Malayalam month of Medam. During this festival, devotees prepare and offer Pongala, a special dish made of rice, jaggery, and coconut, to the deity Chathan Swamy. The event is marked by fervent prayers, rituals, and a communal spirit as devotees gather to seek blessings and prosperity.
Contact Address: Chathan Swamy Temple, Pathanapuram Enath Road, Kundayam Bridge, Manjaloor, Pathanapuram, Kollam, Kerala 689695
Phone Number: 085920 75003
