The temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan, also known as Kartikeya, Skanda, or Subrahmanya. He is revered in Hinduism as a deity symbolizing courage, wisdom, and victory.
Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, is depicted with six faces and a peacock as his mount. As a warrior god, he is worshipped by devotees seeking to overcome adversity and attain success in their endeavors.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thaipooya Maholsavam
The Thaipooya Maholsavam at Iringal Sree Subramanya Swami Temple in Kottakkal, Iringal, Kozhikode, is a grand and vibrant festival dedicated to Lord Murugan. The celebrations include rituals such as Ganapathi Homam, Thrikkodiyett, and Deeparadhana. Key events also feature Pallivetta and Arattu. Devotees participate enthusiastically, seeking blessings and celebrating the divine presence of Lord Murugan.
Karkkidaka Vavubali Tharppanam
Karkkidaka Vavubali Tharppanam at Iringal Sree Subramanya Swami Temple is a significant ritual performed during the Malayalam month of Karkkidakam. Devotees gather in large numbers to offer Bali Tharppanam, a sacred ceremony to honor and provide peace to the souls of departed ancestors. This ritual, believed to grant liberation to the deceased, is conducted with deep reverence and includes prayers, offerings, and the symbolic act of feeding the souls through the offerings.
Contact Address: Iringal Sree Subramanya Swami Temple, Kottakkal, Iringal, Kozhikode, Kerala 673521
Phone Number:2205945
