The primary deities worshipped at Mamomnada Sree Bhagavathy Temple are Goddess Bhadrakali Devi and Goddess Durga Devi. Goddess Bhadrakali is revered for her fierce and protective nature, granting blessings of courage and strength, while Goddess Durga is venerated for her nurturing and empowering attributes, symbolizing divine strength, wisdom, and protection.
Various other festivals and auspicious days dedicated to the deities are observed with special rituals and communal activities, fostering a sense of community and devotion.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Ulsavam
The annual Ulsavam at Mamomnada Sree Bhagavathy Temple in Parayathukonam, Mamom, Thiruvananthapuram features elaborate rituals and festivities. It begins with Thrikkodiyettu, the ceremonial flag hoisting, followed by the sacred Pongala ritual where women prepare rice porridge as an offering to the goddesses. Additionally, the festival includes Kalamezhuthum Pattum, intricate floor drawings, and Kuthiyottam, a traditional ritualistic dance offering, all contributing to the vibrant cultural and spiritual ambiance of the celebration.
Pongala
Pongala is a significant ritual at Mamomnada Sree Bhagavathy Temple in Parayathukonam, Mamom, Thiruvananthapuram, where thousands of women gather to prepare a special offering known as Pongala. This ritual involves cooking rice porridge in earthen pots using ingredients like rice, jaggery, coconut, and ghee, and is performed on open fire stoves. The prepared Pongala is then offered to the presiding deity, Goddess Bhadrakali Devi and Goddess Durga Devi, as a symbol of devotion and gratitude, marking the culmination of the festival with communal feasting and blessings from the goddesses.
Contact Address: Mamomnada Sree Bhagavathi Temple, Mudapuram Mamomkshetram Road, Koonthalloor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695104
