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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala to host rare rituals in June after 270 years
In a rare event, the mysterious Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram , Kerala is all set to host a grand ritual after nearly 270 years! Yes, you read that right. This June, devotees will get an opportunity to be a part of a rare spiritual experience as an important series of rituals culminating in the Mahakumbhabhishekam on June 8 awaits! Know all about it: This sacred ceremony will take place between 7:40 am and 8:40 am and includes several elaborate rituals, attracting pilgrims and visitors from across the country. Some of the prime highlights of the event include the Thazhikakudam installation (the ceremonial placing of the golden finial atop the temple), installation of a newly sculpted idol of Viswaksena, and the ashtabandham ritual (a traditional process of fixing the idol) at the shrine of Lord Sree Krishna. These rituals are of great significance and are part of a sequence following the devaprasnam (astrological temple assessment) held in August 2011. Following the devaprasnam, the temple authorities discovered damage to the nearly 300-year-old idol of Viswaksena. Based on expert recommendations by temple thantri and vastu expert Kanippayyoor Krishnan Namboodiripad, a new idol was crafted by renowned sculptor Thirukoshtiyur Madhavan from Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu. The rituals commence on June 2 and will be led by the temple's chief thantri Govindan Namboodiripad, alongside thantris Tharanelloor Pradeep Namboodiripad, Tharananelloor N.R. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Lost Their Money - Learn From Their Lesson Expertinspector Click Here Undo Satheeshan Namboodiripad, and Saji Namboodiripad. In light of the special ceremonies, the temple has revised its darshan timings between June 2 and 8. Devotees planning a visit during this period should take note of the adjusted hours, which vary daily. On most days, early morning darshan starts at 3:30 am, with limited windows throughout the day to accommodate ritual activities. June 8 will have a brief darshan in the morning before rituals, with regular access resuming in the evening. These unique events offer a rare opportunity for devotees and spiritual tourists to witness the grandeur of ancient temple traditions in real time. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and respect temple protocols during this sacred period. About Vault B The Padmanabhaswamy Temple remains a mystery. The richest temple in India is home to secret underground vaults that were discovered in 2011. Among the six known vaults, Vault B remains still unopened, sparking widespread speculation. Legends claim it is protected by a powerful curse and divine guardians. Attempts to open it have been resisted by religious authorities, citing spiritual and supernatural consequences. The temple's treasures, including gold, jewels, and ancient artifacts, add to its enigmatic aura! One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
New Indian Express
4 days ago
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- New Indian Express
Mahakumbhabhishekam to be held at Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Special rituals, including Mahakumbhabhishekam, will be held at the Sree Padmanabahaswamy Temple on 8 June from 7.40 am to 8.40 am. The Thazhikakudam installation, installation of the idol of Viswaksena and ashtabandham at the shrine of Lord Sree Krishna are among the rituals. The temple has announced revised darshan timings from 2 to 8 June. A statement from the temple said the rituals were a follow-up to the devaprasnam held in August 2011. After the devaprasnam an inspection by the temple thantri and vasthuvidya expert Kanippayyoor Krishnan Namboodiripad had found damages to the idol of Viswaksena. The idol is about 300 years old. The new idol was sculpted by Thirukoshtiyur Madhavan from Thirukoshtiyur village at Sivaganga in Tamil Nadu. The rituals which will begin on 2 June would be led by temple's chief thantri Govindan Namboodiripad, thantris Tharanaelloor Pradeep Namboodiripad, Tharananelloor NR Satheeshan Namboodiripad and Saji Namboodiripad. Darshan timings 2 June: 3.30 am to 4.45 am, 6.30 am to 7 am, 9 am to 11 am, 11.30 am to 12 noon, 4.30 pm to 6 pm 3 June: 3.30 am to 4.45 am, 6.30 am to 7 am, 10.30 onwards in the forenoon, 4.30 pm to 6.15 pm, 6.45 pm to 7.20 pm, 4 June: 3.30 am to 4.45 am, 6.30 am to 7 am, 10.30 onwards in the forenoon, 4.30 pm to 6.15 pm, 6.45 pm to 7.20 pm 5 June: 3.30 am to 4.45 am, 6.30 am to 7 am, 10.30 onwards in the forenoon, 4.30 pm to 6.15 pm, 6.45 pm to 7.20 pm 6 June: 3.30 am to 4.45 am, 6.30 am to 7 am, 10.30 onwards in the forenoon, 4.30 pm to 6.15 pm, 6.45 pm to 7.20 pm 7 June: 3.30 am to 4.45 am, 6.30 am to 7 am, 10.30 onwards in the forenoon, 4.30 pm to 6.15 pm, 6.45 pm to 7.20 pm 8 June: 3.30 am to 4.45 am, 6.30 am to 6.45 am, after idol installation rituals in forenoon, 4.30 pm to 6 pm
Time of India
27-05-2025
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- Time of India
Mahakumbhabhishekam to be conducted on June 8
T'puram: The Mahakumbhabhishekam of Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple will be held on June 8. The ceremony will be conducted as renovation work recommended by the Supreme Court-appointed committee is now completed. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The event will feature dedication of golden domes (Thaazhikakudam), the reinstallation of Vishwaksena idol below the feet of Sree Padmanabha Swamy and Ashtabhanda Kalasam at Tiruvambadi Sree Krishna Temple. The golden domes are being dedicated to the temple almost 200 years after the last such event. This ceremony is taking place now after King Marthanda Varma renovated the temple and performed 'tripadi dhaanam' in 1750. Karamana Jayan, a member of the administrative committee of Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple, said the domes are being dedicated now because such a ceremony did not take place all these years. Three domes atop the sanctum sanctorum and another over Ottakalmandapam are being dedicated to the temple. The purification ceremonies and Kalasha Puja will start on June 2, while the Kumbhabhishekam ceremony will start at 7.45am on June 8. The Supreme Court-appointed committee recommended the restoration of the roof of the sanctum sanctorum, the idol of the deity and tanks of the temple after a survey showed that they required repairs and restoration. The court instructed the temple authorities to start renovation in 2017.
