ശ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം, കൊല്ലത്ത് നടക്കുന്ന വിദ്യാരംഭം നവരാത്രിയോടനുബന്ധിച്ച് ചെറിയ കുട്ടികളെ അവരുടെ ആദ്യ അക്ഷരങ്ങൾ എഴുതിച്ച് വിദ്യാഭ്യാസത്തിലേക്ക് ഔപചാരികമായി പ്രവേശിപ്പിക്കുന്ന പവിത്രമായ ഒരു ചടങ്ങാണ്.
വിദ്യാരംഭം ശ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Vidhyarambham Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple Kollam
Vidhyarambham at Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple, Kollam is one of the most spiritually significant and culturally meaningful rituals associated with the Navarathri celebrations. This sacred ceremony marks the auspicious beginning of a child’s journey into the world of knowledge, wisdom and learning following age old Hindu traditions that honor education as a divine blessing. Rooted deeply in Kerala’s cultural heritage the ritual reflects the belief that true learning begins only with the grace of the divine.
At this revered temple, Vidhyarambham is conducted with great devotion, serenity and adherence to traditional customs. The temple premises become vibrant during Navarathri especially on Vijayadasami day when parents bring their children dressed in traditional attire to seek blessings for intellectual growth and moral values. The atmosphere is filled with Vedic chants, prayers and the rhythmic sounds of temple rituals, creating a spiritually uplifting environment for families and devotees.
The ceremony usually begins with Saraswati Pooja invoking the blessings of Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, arts and wisdom. Children are gently guided to write their first letters often using rice grains or writing on a plate filled with sand symbolizing purity and prosperity. The act is traditionally performed by a priest, a learned elder or a respected teacher reinforcing the sacred bond between knowledge, discipline, and guidance. Parents believe that beginning education within the temple sanctum ensures lifelong success, clarity of thought and respect for learning.
Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple holds special importance for this ritual due to its peaceful surroundings and strong spiritual legacy. Devotees consider the blessings of Lord Umamaheshwara along with the divine presence felt during Navarathri as a powerful influence on a child’s academic and personal development. The temple’s calm ambience allows families to experience the ritual not merely as a formal tradition but as a heartfelt spiritual moment.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Saraswati Pooja
• Navarathri Rituals
• Homam
• Blessing Ceremony
• Community Gathering and Festive Feast
Temple Location
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Chinnakada, Kollam
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kollam KSRTC Bus Station – 2 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kollam Railway Station – 1 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport – 65 Km
Contact
📞 0474 274 3572
