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Parippu Mahadeva Temple
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Overview
Parippu Mahadeva Temple is located at the village of Parippu, under the Aymanam panchayath, in the Kottayam district of Kerala, India. The temple is referred to as “Nalparappil” in the renowned Shivalaya stotra and is associated with Thekkumkur raja. Presently the temple is managed by the Travancore Devaswom Board while the Bhadrakali Mattappally Nambudiri holds the tantric rights of the temple.
About The Deity
The presiding deity of this ancient shrine is Lord Shiva who graces facing the east. The temple is one among the 108 'Shivalayas' consecrated by Lord Parashurama. The Upadevas (Sub deities) include Lord Krishna, Sastha, Ganapathy and Bhagavathy. The main offerings to the deity are Dhara, Pinvilakku, Pushpanjali, Payasam and Koovalamala.
Legend and Stories
The temple is believed to have been built by the 'Madathil Raja' (Edappally raja) around 825 AD who resided at the Madathil palace, near Parippu. However, the local chieftain named Idathil Raja was not on good terms with Madathil Raja. While both the local chieftains were staunch devotees of Lord Shiva at the Mahadeva temple, they didn’t want to face each other at the temple. As a solution, two 'Balikkalpuras' (traditional frontage) were constructed in the temple, unlike the other temples in Kerala has only a single Balikkalpura.
It is estimated that almost 141 Nair families settled at the village of Parippu during the olden days. Traditional art forms like 'Ezhamathukali' and 'Kavanayeru’ flourished at this village. Paripu also had the geographical advantage of lying close to the water bodies which helped the village to attain political prominence. The village in fact housed the raja's military unit and trade relations, thereby proving to be an important center in that region.
Festivals
The annual temple fest (Thiruvutsavam) is celebrated in the Malayalam month of 'Meenam' (March/April). Maha Shivaratri and Thiruvathira are other prominent festivals of this temple.
How To Reach Thrissur
Airport
The nearest airport to the district of Kottayam is the Kochi Airport at Nedumbancherry.
Railways
Regular trains are available to Kottayam from many major cities of the country.
Road
Frequent and regular bus services are operated from many major cities of the country to Kottayam.
Temple Address
Parippu Mahadeva Temple,
Kottayam District,
Kerala State, Pincode - 686024.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- For freedom from worries
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.
Timings
The temple is open from 6 A.M to 9 P.M