The presiding deity of the Karimbanakkal Devi Temple is Goddess Devi, worshipped here in her fierce and powerful form. Goddess Devi is revered for her protective, nurturing, and benevolent aspects, embodying the divine feminine power.
Devotees offer prayers, perform rituals, and make various offerings to seek her blessings for protection, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles in their lives.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Kumbha Bharani Maholsavam
The Kumbha Bharani Maholsavam at Karimbanakkal Devi Temple in Melevettipuram, Pathanamthitta, is celebrated with great fervor during the Malayalam month of Kumbham (February-March). Highlights of the festival include Anpoli Samarpanam, Kalamezhuthu and Pattum, Pancharimelam, and a grand feast known as Sadhya. These rituals and cultural events draw large crowds of devotees, fostering a vibrant and communal atmosphere.
Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnyam
Vidyarambham, a significant ritual observed at Karimbanakkal Devi Temple in Melevettipuram, Pathanamthitta, marks the auspicious initiation of young children into the world of letters and learning. This ceremony, usually held during the Navaratri festival, involves priests or elders guiding children to write their first letters on rice or sand, seeking the blessings of Goddess Devi for their educational journey.
Contact Address: Karimbanakkal Devi Temple, Pathanamthitta-Melevettipuram Rd, Karimarathinal, Pathanamthitta, Kerala 689649
