Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of Vaakkayil Siva Temple, is one of the principal deities in Hinduism. He is revered as the supreme god in Shaivism, one of the major traditions within Hinduism. Shiva is known as the destroyer of evil and the transformer, embodying the aspects of creation, preservation, and destruction in the cosmic cycle.
The temple attracts devotees from near and far who come to seek blessings and offer prayers to Lord Shiva
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thrikkarthika Ulsavam
Sivaratri Maholsavam refers to the grand festival celebrated in honor of Lord Shiva, particularly on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, which falls on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of the Hindu month of Phalguna. During this festival, devotees observe fasting, perform special rituals, and offer prayers to Lord Shiva throughout the night.
Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yanjyam
Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yanjyam is a traditional Hindu ritual that involves the recitation and exposition of the Bhagavata Purana, a sacred text that narrates the stories of Lord Krishna and his devotees. During this ritual, learned scholars or priests recite verses from the Bhagavata Purana over a period of seven days, accompanied by explanations and interpretations of the text.
Contact Address: Vaakkayil Siva Temple, Ottappalam, Palakkad, Kerala
Phone Number: 9946740701
