The main deity of the temple is Kiratha Moorthy, a formidable form of Lord Shiva portrayed as a hunter, symbolizing strength, valor, and divine protection.
This temple, deeply rooted in local traditions and legends, attracts worshippers who seek blessings for courage, success, and the overcoming of life's challenges.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Prathishta Dinam
Prathishta Dinam at the Varoppadi Sree Paradevatha Temple celebrated in the month of Makaram, features several important rituals. The day begins with Kalavara Nirakkal, followed by Mahaganapathi Homam, and Rudrabhishekam Kalam Pooja. Devotees participate in Prasadam Oottu, Ezhunnallath, Deeparadhana, and Thengayeru to seek blessings and commemorate the temple's consecration.
Laksham Deepa Samarppanam
Laksham Deepa Samarppanam is a grand and spiritually significant event where a hundred thousand lamps are lit and offered to Kiratha Moorthy, the main deity. This ritual, held with great devotion and fanfare, symbolizes the dispelling of darkness and the invocation of divine blessings for prosperity, health, and spiritual enlightenment.
Contact Address: Varoppadi Sree Paradevatha Temple, Pavandoor, Kozhikode, Kerala 673613
