The Thekkedath Bhagavathi Temple venerates Goddess Annapoorneswari Devi as its main deity. She is believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Parvati, symbolizing nourishment and abundance.
Devotees visit the temple to seek blessings related to food, sustenance, and prosperity, making offerings and participating in rituals that honor her benevolent and nurturing aspects.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navaratri
During Navaratri at Thekkedath Bhagavathi Temple in Kunnamthanam, Pathanamthitta, special rituals include Vidyarambham, where children are initiated into learning by tracing letters on rice. The temple also hosts cultural programs such as music and dance performances, enriching the celebration with devotional fervor and traditional arts, attracting devotees seeking blessings and cultural immersion during this auspicious festival.
Thrikkarthika
Thrikkarthika is a significant festival observed in Kerala during the Malayalam month of Karthika (November-December), marked by the lighting of lamps to honor Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and is celebrated with prayers, rituals, and the lighting of traditional oil lamps, known as Karthika Vilakku, fostering spiritual renewal and devotion among devotees.
Contact Address: Thekkedath Bhagavathi Temple, Kunnamthanam, Pathanamthitta, Kerala
Phone Number: 9495717284
