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Chottanikkara Bhagavati

चोट्टानिक्कर भगवती
Also known as: Chottanikkara Bhagavati, Chottanikkara Devi, Kerala Amman

About

The presiding goddess of the Chottanikkara temple in Kerala. A powerful form of the goddess (Bhagavati) worshipped for healing mental illnesses, protection, and prosperity. Known for the unique worship practice of 'Guruti' (offering).

Attributes

HealingMental illness cureProtectionProsperityKerala goddess

Symbols

TrishulaLionLampKuthuvilakku
Consort
Shiva
Vahana (Mount)
Lion

Associated Mantras

Om Chottanikkara Bhagavatyai Namaḥ
Chottanikkara Stotram

Festivals

NavaratriChottanikkara MakamAnnual festivals

Scriptures

Temple legendsPuranas

Regions Worshipped

Kerala (Chottanikkara temple)South India

Iconography

Depicted as a powerful goddess with three forms: morning (Sarasvati), noon (Lakshmi), evening (Durga). Seated on lion. Holds trishula and other weapons. Radiant expression.