Elanthoor, is temple hamlet lies in the lap of verdant hills and dales, about 9 kilometers away from, Pathanamthitta headquarters. Elanthoor is named after ‘Illangalude OOr’ (dwelling of Illumes). Here the spoken Malayalam has a tint of Sanskrit and Tamil.
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Elanthoor
Bhagavathikunnu Temple History
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Temple is 250 years
It is believed that Sree Bhagavathikkunnu Devi Temple is 250 years old and it was taken over by Karas in 1998 and conducted a Devaprasnam. Accordingly the temple was renovated and re-installed. Brahmasree Kandaru Kandararu performed all the Pooja ceremonies according to Poojavidhi padickal and since this Devaprasnam that the devotees offer arunazhipayasam as the favourite offering of Devi.
Sri Bhadra Kali, unlike all other Bhadra Kali Temple of Kerala, of Elanthoor Bhadra Kali Temple is enshrined in a benevolent pose of “Varadabhaya Mudra” facing’ Vethali’, Vethali is the vehicle of Bhadra Kali. Devi is depicted as having four hands holding ‘Kapalam’ (scull),’ vall’ (sword) and ‘Panapathram’ (goblet). The structure of the Sri Kovil is built in Krishnashila according to ‘Shadadhar’ Principle.
Sub Deity
Sub deities, also known as Upa Devatas, are divine beings worshipped alongside the main deity in a Hindu temple. They support the primary deity’s cosmic role and represent various aspects of protection, prosperity, wisdom, and spiritual balance. Each sub deity has a specific purpose, blessing devotees with health, success, courage, or harmony. Their shrines within the temple complex provide devotees an opportunity to offer prayers for complete spiritual well-being.
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Temple Administration
The following is the official list of members of the Kshethra Bharanasamithi and Temple Administration Committees. Devotees may contact the respective office bearers for temple-related matters.
Temple Administration
The following is the official list of members of the Kshethra Bharanasamithi and Temple Administration Committees. Devotees may contact the respective office bearers for temple-related matters.