Monday Dec 09, 2024

Mammiyur Mahadeva Temple- Kerala

Address

Mammiyur Mahadeva Temple- Mammiyur Devaswom, Guruvayur P.O, Perumpilavil Rd, Thrissur District, Kerala 680101

Deity

Mahadeva/ Mammiyurappa Amman: Parvati

Introduction

  • Location:
    • Situated in Guruvayoor, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
  • Age:
    • Approximately 1000 years old.
  • Significance:
    • Considered a must-visit by devotees of Guruvayur Temple.
    • Part of the 108 famous Shiva temples in Kerala and one of the five Shiva temples around Guruvayoor.
  • Main Deity:
    • Lord Shiva in the form of Uma Maheshwara (with Goddess Parvathi).
  • Sub-Deities:
    • Lord Vishnu, Lord Ganapathi, Lord Subrahmanya, Lord Ayyappan, Goddess Kali, and serpent deities.
  • Management:
    • Managed by the Malabar Devaswom Board.

Puranic Significance

  • Legend:
    • Linked to the consecration of the famous Sree Guruvayur Temple during the final phase of Dwaparayuga.
    • Involved the Deluge, where Lord Krishna was rescued by Devaguru Brihaspathi and Vayu.
    • Krishna handed over his idol to them for installation, which led to the founding of Guruvayoor and Mammiyur.
    • The name evolved from Mahimai Oor (the place of Lord Shiva) to Mammiyur.

Beliefs

  • Devotional Practices:
    • Lord Mammiyur Mahadevan is believed to respond to all prayers.
    • Devotees perform abishek (ritual bathing) and offer vastras (clothes) to Lord Shiva.

Special Features

  • Visitation Belief:
    • It’s a strong belief among devotees that to fully benefit from worshipping Lord Guruvayurappan, one must also visit Mammiyur and worship Lord Mahadeva.
  • Shrines:
    • The temple features shrines for Lord Mahavishnu, Ganapathi, Muruga, Dharma Sastha, Brahmmarakshas, serpent gods, and Mother Bhagavati Amman.
  • Unique Ritual:
    • Conducts a special puja known as Rig Veda Dhara from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 a.m., chanting mantras from the Rig Veda.

Festivals

  • Celebrations:
    • The temple celebrates various festivals throughout the year, excluding Vaikasi (May-June) and Aani (June-July).
    • Lalitha Sahasranama Archana is performed grandly during Saraswathi Puja on Navarathri (September-October).
    • Aksharabyasa (initiation of schooling for children) occurs on the same day, attracting children from all parts of the country.
    • Special pujas are held on Shivaratri (February-March).
  • Dress Code:
    • Men must wear dhoti only; shirts and pants are not permitted inside the temple.

Century/Period/Age

1000- Years old

Managed By

Malabar Devaswom Board.

Nearest Bus Station

Guruvayoor

Nearest Railway Station

Guruvayoor Station

Nearest Airport

Kochi

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