The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu as the main deities, with Goddess Durga also worshipped for her powerful feminine energy.
The temple also hosts various rituals and festivals, which draw large crowds of devotees, enhancing its vibrant and devout atmosphere.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Meena Thiruvathira Maholsavam
During the Meena Thiruvathira Maholsavam at the Kokkadu Sree Ayiravilli Siva Vishnu Kalari Durga Devi Temple, the festival is celebrated with a series of significant rituals. The day begins with Ganapathi Homam, a fire ritual performed to invoke Lord Ganesha's blessings for the success of all ceremonies. Bhagavatha Parayanam, the recitation of the Bhagavata Purana, is conducted to immerse devotees in spiritual teachings. The evening includes Deeparadhana, where lamps are lit to honor the deities, followed by various special poojas, further enhancing the spiritual atmosphere of the festival.
Pongala
At the Kokkadu Sree Ayiravilli Siva Vishnu Kalari Durga Devi Temple, the Pongala offering is a significant ritual where devotees, especially women, prepare a special offering of rice, jaggery, and coconut in small clay pots. This offering is made to Goddess Durga as a gesture of devotion and gratitude, seeking her blessings for prosperity, protection, and well-being. The ritual is performed with great devotion, often in the temple courtyard, and is considered a powerful act of worship that strengthens the bond between the devotees and the deity.
Contact Address: Kokkadu Sree Ayiravilli Siva Vishnu Kalari Durga Devi Temple, Kokkadu, Kollam, Kerala
