Remnants of an ancient temple, including a Shiva Linga, were recently discovered on land owned by the Catholic Diocese of Palai in Kerala.
This discovery has led the Church to permit Hindu devotees to perform a devaprasnam, an astrological ritual used to determine divine will regarding the site.
The remnants were found on February 5, when earthmovers were clearing land for tapioca cultivation on a 1.8-acre plot located near Vellappadu in Kottayam district, close to the Sree Vanadurga Bhagavati Temple.
Locals, along with temple authorities, believe that the land was once home to a temple, which existed around 200 years ago. It is said that the temple, which had a base for worship, fell into neglect and was abandoned about a century ago.
After discussions between representatives from the Catholic Diocese and temple authorities, it was agreed to conduct a devaprasnam to determine the next steps for the site.
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As a result, the Church has allowed Hindu devotees to organise prayers at the location. A devaprasnam is a traditional astrological process believed to reveal the will of a deity or divine force.
The remnants are believed to belong to the Poothappadi Illam, a Brahmin family that once managed the temple. The structure reportedly fell into disrepair over the years, leading to its disappearance.
The discovery has garnered significant interest from local Hindu groups, and the temple authorities have taken the initiative to organize the devaprasnam. The ritual is anticipated to provide further insights into the historical and religious importance of the site.
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