Lord Shiva is often depicted as having a third eye, representing wisdom and insight, and a trident, symbolizing his power to destroy ignorance and evil. He is also associated with the cosmic dance of creation, preservation, and destruction, known as the Tandava.
Lord Shiva, also known as Mahadeva or the Great God, is one of the principal deities in Hinduism. He is considered the supreme being within Shaivism, one of the major traditions within Hinduism. Lord Shiva is often depicted as the destroyer of evil, the god of meditation, yoga, and arts, and as the husband of Parvati and father of Ganesha and Kartikeya.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri, also known as Shivaratri or Sivaratri, is a Hindu festival celebrated annually in honor of Lord Shiva. It falls on the 14th night of the waning moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna (usually in February or March).
Installationday Festival
The installation day festival commemorates the consecration of a deity in a temple, marking the beginning of divine worship at that sacred site. It typically involves rituals, prayers, and offerings by devotees
Contact Address: Kodalur Mahadeva Temple, Kodalur, Pathanamthitta
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