വിദ്യാരംഭം 2026 ശ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം, കൊല്ലം ൽ നവരാത്രി മഹോത്സവത്തിന്റെ വിജയദശമി ദിനത്തിൽ കുട്ടികളെ എഴുത്തിനിരുത്ത് ചടങ്ങിലൂടെ അറിവിന്റെ ലോകത്തിലേക്ക് പ്രവേശിപ്പിക്കുന്ന വിശുദ്ധ ചടങ്ങാണ്, സരസ്വതി ദേവിയുടെ അനുഗ്രഹം തേടുന്ന ഒരു പുണ്യാചാരമാണ്.
വിദ്യാരംഭം 2026 ശ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Vidyarambham 2026 Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple Kollam
Vidyarambham at Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple, Kollam is one of the most sacred and culturally significant ceremonies associated with the Navarathri festival, marking the auspicious beginning of a child’s journey into formal education. This divine ritual, also known as Ezhuthiniruthu or Aksharabhyasam, is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the embodiment of knowledge, wisdom, and arts. The temple becomes a spiritually vibrant space filled with devotion, chants and rituals as families gather with great faith to initiate their children into learning.
During this sacred occasion, young children are introduced to their first letters in a traditional and blessed manner. Priests, elders, and learned scholars guide the children to write their initial alphabets on rice, sand, or sacred surfaces, symbolizing the opening of their minds to knowledge and enlightenment. This moment is considered highly auspiciou as it is believed to remove ignorance and invoke divine blessings for academic excellence, concentration, and success in life.
The temple observes special Navarathri poojas during this period creating an atmosphere of devotion and spiritual awakening. Continuous chanting of mantras, lighting of lamps, and offerings to the Goddess enhance the sanctity of the environment. Alongside the Vidyarambham ceremony, cultural programs such as Sangeetha Aradhana are also conducted where devotional music and classical performances add to the spiritual experience of devotees.
Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple located in Kollam becomes a center of learning, devotion and cultural unity during this festival. Families from various regions visit the temple with their children, believing that participating in this ritual ensures divine guidance in education and a bright future. Vidyarambham here is not just a ritual but a powerful spiritual tradition that connects knowledge with devotion and tradition with learning.
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
• Temple Opening & Nirmalyam Darshanam
• Navarathri Special Poojas & Devi Archana
• Saraswati Pooja & Sacred Lamp Lighting
• Ganapathy Homam for Auspicious Beginnings
• Sangeetha Aradhana & Classical Music Offerings
• Vidyarambham Ceremony for Children
• First Letter Writing Ritual on Rice or Sand
• Guidance by Priests, Gurus & Elders for Children
• Aksharabhyasam Blessing Rituals for Education
• Special Saraswati Devi Alankaram & Deeparadhana
• Distribution of Prasadam to Devotees
• Vijayadashami Day Final Blessings & Closing Rituals
Temple Location
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Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple, Andamukkam, Chinnakada, Kollam, Kerala 691001.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Kareepra – 0.5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kareepra Bus Stop – 0.5 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kayamkulam Railway Station – 18 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 105 Km
