The temple has sacred spaces dedicated to these deities, where devotees offer prayers to ward off serpent curses (sarpa dosham) and invite blessings. Offerings such as milk, turmeric, flowers, and lamps are made with devotion.
Worshipping Nagadaivangal here is believed to safeguard against illness, ensure progeny, and protect ancestral well-being. The temple follows ancient customs, preserving the bond between humans and nature, and making this vazhipadu a blend of faith, tradition, and ecological reverence.
ആയില്യം പൂജ
(Ayilyam Pooja)
Ayilyam Pooja at Manarcaud Devi Temple is a prominent ritual dedicated to serpent deities, performed when the Ayilyam star appears in the Malayalam calendar. This sacred observance is known for removing serpent-related afflictions and granting blessings in health, fertility, and prosperity. The temple conducts special abhishekam and pujas with offerings of milk, turmeric, rice, and flowers to serpent idols. Devotees participate with fasting, prayer, and deep devotion. The ritual also embodies an ecological message, emphasizing the preservation of serpent habitats and natural harmony. At Manarcaud, Ayilyam Pooja is a spiritual highlight attracting devotees seeking divine grace and relief from sarpa dosham.
നൂറും പാലും (Noorum Paalum)
Noorum Paalum is a revered offering at Manarcaud Devi Temple, made especially to appease serpent deities. The ritual involves pouring a sacred mixture of lime powder (choona) and milk over serpent idols or stones, symbolizing purity and devotion. Performed on Ayilyam star days or as part of special vows, it is believed to remove serpent curses, ensure fertility, and bring prosperity. Devotees undertake this vazhipadu with sincere prayer, often combining it with other serpent worship rituals. At Manarcaud, the practice preserves ancient traditions, reflecting a harmonious relationship with nature and honoring the divine energy associated with Nagadaivangal.
Contact Address:
Manarcad Sri Bhagavathy Temple,
6th Mile Manarkadu Temple Rd,
Manarcadu, Kerala 686019
