The presiding deity of the Padavila Sree Dharmasastha Temple is Lord Dharmasastha, who is revered as an incarnation of Ayyappa. Lord Dharmasastha is considered a protector of righteousness and is worshipped for his virtues of justice, bravery, and benevolence.
Devotees visit the temple to offer prayers and seek blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiruulsavam
Thiruulsavam at Padavila Sree Dharmasastha Temple is the most important annual festival, marked by grand celebrations and elaborate rituals. Devotees from far and near gather to participate in special poojas, abhishekams, and cultural programs that showcase traditional music and dance. The festival concludes with a grand procession, where the deity is taken around the temple in a beautifully decorated chariot, accompanied by traditional drummers and devotees, creating a vibrant and spiritually uplifting atmosphere.
Mandala Pooja and Makaravilakku
This is a major festival for Ayyappa temples, celebrated with great fervor. Devotees undertake vratham and participate in special poojas, abhishekams, and processions.
Contact Address: Padavila Sree Dharmasastha Temple, Kulathoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695583
Phone Number :98475 76711
