Goddess Bhagavathy is worshipped as a powerful and benevolent deity, central to the temple's rituals and festivals. Devotees seek her blessings for protection, prosperity, and well-being through various traditional ceremonies and offerings.
The temple's vibrant festivals and rituals highlight its cultural importance, making it a focal point of devotion and community engagement in the region.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Kshetra Maholsavam
The Kshetra Maholsavam at Karuthampath Sree Bhagavathy Temple in Cherukkad, Kozhikode, is a vibrant annual festival featuring various traditional rituals. Highlights include Sahasra Deepam, where thousands of lamps are lit, and Prasadam Oottu, a communal feast for devotees. The festival also showcases Kalamezhuthum Pattum, the intricate art of drawing the goddess's image with colored powders, Thayampaka and special poojas to invoke the blessings of Goddess Bhagavathy.
Navaratri Festival
During the Navaratri festival at Karuthampath Sree Bhagavathy Temple, devotees participate in Akhandanamajapam, a continuous chanting of prayers dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy. Special observances include Durgashtami and Mahanavami, marking the eighth and ninth days respectively, with elaborate poojas and rituals honoring the goddess's divine energy. The festival culminates with Vijayadashami, celebrated with Vidyarambham, where children are initiated into the world of knowledge by tracing letters in rice or sand, symbolizing auspicious beginnings in education and learning.
Contact Address: Karuthampath Sree Bhagavathy Temple, Cherukkad, Kozhikode, Kerala 673616
Phone Number :9526935271
