RAMAPURAMSIVA VISHNU TEMPLE, KOOTHUPARAMBU, KANNUR DISTRICT-KERALA Introduction
The Ramapuram Siva - Vishnu Temple is located in theNirmalagiri area, about 4 km from Kuthuparamba in Kannur district. The templeis situated behind Nirmalagiri College and is accessible at Kaitheri,Nirmalagiri. Anexceptional aspect of this temple is the equal reverence given to both LordShiva and Lord Vishnu. One unique depiction within the templeportrays Lord Vishnu blessing Prahlada after the demise of King Hiranyakashipu. Key information Location: Behind Nirmalagiri College, in the Nirmalagiriarea, approximately 4 km from Kuthuparamba town. Contact: The temple can be reached at 0490-2368368. Amenities: The entrance and exit are wheelchair accessible. History: The temple is dedicated to both Shiva and Vishnu andhas a history linked to the Kavumkara Illam and the local community. History The ancient Shivalinga housed in this temple has a historicalconnection dating back to Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, also known as the Lion ofKerala. Legend suggests that this sacred Shivalinga was entrusted to KavumkaraIllam following the demolition of Pazhassi's Palace and Kovilakam by theBritish. Slightly different Version- Historically controlled by 14Illams, the temple came under the sole management of the Kavumkara Illamfollowing the invasion of Tipu Sultan, the aggressive ruler of Mysore, whichdisplaced prominent local families. Financial decline and mismanagementeventually led to the temple's ruin and closure. The local community, believingtheir prosperity and peace were tied to the temple's divine presence, soughtpermission from Sri. Kuberan Namboothiripad of the Kavumkara family to reopenthe temple. They formed the "Ramapuram Sri Siva Vishnu Kshethra Seva Samithi,"a registered committee under the Societies Act. In March 2006, an astrologicalenquiry called "Swarna Prasnam" was conducted at the temple. The Swarna Prasnam revealed thatLord Sri Rama had visited the temple during the Treta Yuga, givingthe place its name, Ramapuram. Architecture The temple has asquare plan and follows the design principles found in ancient Sanskrit textsfor temples. Sree Ramapuram Vishnu Temple Festivals The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are: Bhagavatha SapthahaYajnyam-BhagavathaSapthaha Yajnyam is a traditional Hindu ritual conducted over seven days,dedicated to the recitation of the sacred scripture, Srimad Bhagavatham. Duringthis auspicious event, learned scholars and devotees gather to chant, discuss,and contemplate the divine stories and teachings of Lord Krishna as narrated inthe Bhagavatham. The yajnam culminates in spiritual upliftment, fosteringdevotion, and spreading the message of love, righteousness, and devotion toGod. Prathishta Dina Maholsavam-Prathishta Dina Maholsavam is agrand festival celebrated to commemorate the consecration day of a deity or theestablishment of a temple.Devotees gather in large numbers to seek theblessings of the deity and participate in the festivities, which often includespecial poojas, processions, music, dance, and offerings. Prathishta DinaMaholsavam holds great spiritual significance, symbolizing the divine presenceand sanctity of the temple. Other festival days are Sivarathri in Kumbham, Vishu inMedam, Ramayanamasam and Sree Krishna Jyanathi in Karkidakom, VinayakaChaturthi in Chingam, Mahanavami in Thulam, Mandala Masam in Vrichikam Deities The temple is unique in Kerala for giving equal importance toLord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, two of the Hindu Trinity. Lord Vishnu is depictedblessing Prahlada after the assassination of King Hiranyakashipu, while theShivalinga represents "Ardhanareeswara" and was installed by theKavumkara Namboothiries. Sub Deities: Sree Hanuman, Sree Vanasastha, Goddess Vanadurga Ganesha Temple Pooja Timings 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal 5:10 AM: Nirmalyam 5:20 AM: Malar Nivedhyam 6:15 AM: Usha Pooja 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja TEMPLE CLOSES AT 11:30 AM TEMPLE OPENS AT 4:30 PM 6:15 PM: Deeparadhana 7:30PM: Athazha pooja TEMPLE CLOSES AT 8:15 PM Devotees seek thetemple The temple's uniquespiritual significance attracts devotees from distant regions seeking spiritualsolace, strength, and fulfilment of their wishes. It is believed that the divine presence in the temple removesobstacles and misfortunes in family life, bringing peace and affection to thosewho worship there. Some of the offeringsin the temple Chuttuvilakku ₹1001 Dhanwanthari Archana₹30 Kallu Vilakku₹300 MrithyunjayaHavanam₹101 Mukhakapp₹300 Muzhukapp₹800 Niramala₹5001 NithyaPooja₹101 Rudraabhishekam₹101 Santhana Gopala Archana ₹51 Sarvaishwarya Pooja₹30 ShaneeswaraPooja₹101 Thenga Payasam₹30 Thulasimaala₹30 Udayaasthamana Pooja ₹20001 Uma Maheswara Pooja₹51 Vilakku Samarppanam ₹100 Pond Nearby, a pond named Sugreevan Chira believed to have beencreated by Sugreeva to quench Rama's thirst, still exists about 200 meters fromthe temple. Contact Address: Ramapuram Sri Shiva Vishnu Temple, Mahavishnu Temple Road,Nirmalagiri, Kerala 670701 Phone Number: 7902786702 Address of temple Ramapuram Sri ShivaVishnu Temple, Mahavishnu Temple Road, Nirmalagiri, Kerala 670701 Phone Number: 7902786702 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. 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