Thrikkulashekarapuram Sree Krishna Swami Temple
is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, worshipped here in the form of Sree Krishna / Vishnu, along with the presence of Lord Shiva in the temple complex. The temple comes under the administration of the Cochin Devaswom Board and is known for its traditional Tantric rituals, Kalasa poojas, and annual special ceremonies.
The temple has a long-standing spiritual tradition, and devotees believe that worship here brings peace, prosperity, and protection. Special rituals like Dravya Kalasam, Kalasa Abhishekam, and Homam are performed to purify the temple atmosphere and to strengthen divine presence according to Kerala temple tantra traditions.
About Dravya Kalasam Festival
Dravya Kalasam is a highly sacred ritual performed in Kerala temples for spiritual purification and renewal of divine energy in the sanctum. During this ceremony, holy substances (dravya) are prepared according to tantric rules and used for Kalasa pooja, homam, and abhishekam.
At Thrikkulashekarapuram Temple, the Dravya Kalasam is conducted for:
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Lord Vishnu / Krishna
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Lord Shiva
The ritual includes
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Prasada Shuddhi
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Vastu Homam
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Kalasa Pooja
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Tattva Homam
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Kalasa Abhishekam
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Brahma Kalasam
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Adhivasa rituals
These ceremonies are believed to remove negative energies, bring prosperity to devotees, and ensure the well-being of the temple and surrounding region.
Importance of the Festival
Devotees attend the Dravya Kalasam to pray for:
The festival is conducted with strict tantric procedures and guidance of priests, making it one of the important temple rituals conducted periodically.
Devotee Participation
Devotees can attend the poojas, offer prayers, and participate in the ceremonies during the three-day ritual period. Participation in Kalasam and Homam is believed to give special blessings from Lord Krishna, Vishnu, and Shiva.