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Parappel Shiva kshethram
- Mavelikkara,Kerala
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The Parappel Shiva Kshethram is located in Mavellikara in Kerala, and is dedicated to God Shiva. The temple is well known in Kerala. There are idols of God Shiva sitting down. Many people visit the temple every day. Shivarathri is celebrated every year at the temple with gusto. Other deities in the temple include God Krishna, God Sastha, God Ganapathy and Goddess Bhagavathy.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.