The main deity worshipped in the temple is Lord Dharmasastha, who is revered as an embodiment of Lord Ayyappa, a deity known for his embodiment of dharma and his combined powers of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.
The temple attracts devotees who seek the blessings of Lord Ayyappa, known for his divine origins and protective nature.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Meda Uthra Maholsavam
The Meda Uthra Maholsavam at Sasthavattom Sree Dharma Sastha Temple features a variety of special rituals and ceremonies. These include the grand procession of Arattu Ghoshayatra, Ganapathi Homam, and Mrityunjaya Homam. Additional significant events are Nagaroottu, Deeparadhana, and Bhagavathi Seva, all of which are performed to invoke blessings and divine grace.
Mandala Kalam
During Mandala Kalam at Sasthavattom Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, special poojas and rituals are conducted to honor Lord Ayyappa. Devotees participate in daily bhajans, special abhishekams, and various homams to seek blessings. The temple atmosphere is filled with devotion and reverence, drawing numerous worshippers throughout the Mandala season.
Contact Address: Sasthavattom Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, Thonnakkal, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695305
Phone Number: 0471 261 8830
