"Naga daivangal" (Naga Gods) are serpent deities worshipped in Hinduism, particularly prevalent in Kerala, who are considered guardians of nature, rain, and fertility. The most important ones in Kerala are the eight Ashtanagas (Anantha, Vasuki, Shanghapala, Gulika, Thakshaka, Mahapathma, Karkotaka, and Pathma), who are protectors of the eight directions. Worship often involves special temples, festivals like the Aayilyam nakshatra, and offerings of milk, flowers, and sweets
"Durga Devi" is a principal and principal goddess in Hinduism, revered as a powerful warrior and mother-like figure, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. She is known for her strength and for combating evil forces threatening cosmic order. She is often depicted as a warrior goddess with multiple arms holding weapons, riding a lion or tiger.
The main offerings Archana, Manjal, Ney-vilakku, Karuka-mala, Chethy-mala, Bhadradeepam, Bhagawathy Puja, Dwadasaksharimantra Pushpanjali and Kadum Payasam.
"Bhadra Devi" most commonly refers to Bhadrakali, a fierce form of the Hindu goddess Durga, or Bhadra, a queen of Lord Krishna. Bhadrakali is an auspicious but fearsome goddess associated with protection and destruction, while Bhadra is known as one of Krishna's eight principal wives, according to texts like the Mahabharata and Bhagavata Purana
The main offerings include Archana, Manjal, Ney-vilakku, Karuka-mala, Chethy-mala, Bhadradeepam, Bhagawathy Puja, Dwadasaksharimantra Pushpanjali and Kadum Payasam.
The Navagrahal are the nine celestial bodies of Hindu astrology, which are believed to influence human life. They include the Sun (Surya), Moon (Chandra), Mars (Mangala), Mercury (Budha), Jupiter (Guru), Venus (Shukra), Saturn (Shani), and two lunar nodes: Rahu (the north node) and Ketu (the south node). Worship of the Navagrahal is common in Hinduism, often through dedicated temples or rituals, to bring balance and harmony to life
The Navagrahal are a fundamental part of Vedic astrology, where their position at the time of birth is used to create a birth chart.Worshipping the Navagrahal, often through rituals like Navagraha Pooja or by visiting specific temples, is believed to help mitigate negative influences and enhance positive ones.
* Sun (Surya/Ravi): Associated with the Sun and Sunday.
* Moon (Chandra/Soma): Associated with the Moon and Monday.
* Mars (Mangala/Kuja): Associated with Mars and Tuesday.
* Mercury (Budha): Associated with Mercury and Wednesday.
* Jupiter (Guru/Brihaspati): Associated with Jupiter and Thursday.
* Venus (Shukra): Associated with Venus and Friday.
* Saturn (Shani): Associated with Saturn and Saturday.
* Rahu:The north or ascending lunar node, associated with eclipses.
* Ketu:The south or descending lunar node, also associated with eclipses.