The temple holds significance as a sacred place of worship where devotees seek blessings for protection, prosperity, and well-being.
Goddess Devi, also known as Bhagavathi or Mahadevi, is a divine feminine deity worshipped in Hinduism. She is considered the universal mother, representing the creative and nurturing aspects of the universe. Devi is often depicted as a powerful goddess who can protect her devotees from evil and grant them blessings such as prosperity, courage, and spiritual growth.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thrikkarthika
Thrikkarthika, also known as Karthigai Deepam or Kartik Purnima, is a significant festival celebrated by Hindus, especially in South India.Thrikkarthika is a beautiful festival that celebrates the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and promotes the values of devotion, unity, and spiritual illumination.
Navratri
Navratri celebrates the victory of good over evil and marks the triumph of Goddess Durga over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. It is a time to invoke the blessings of the divine feminine energy (Shakti) and seek protection, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.
Contact Address: Sree Pokkottu Devi Temple, Azheekkal, Kollam
