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

lightuptemple