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Raktha Chamundi

रक्त चामुण्डी
Also known as: Rakta Cāmuṇḍī, Raktha Chamundi, Blood Chamundi

About

A fierce Theyyam deity in North Kerala, representing the goddess Chamunda who slayed the demons Chanda and Munda. Associated with blood sacrifice (historically) and protection from evil. One of the most powerful Theyyam forms.

Attributes

Fierce goddessTheyyamDemon slayerProtectionChamunda form

Symbols

SkullSwordTrishulaElaborate headgear

Associated Mantras

Raktha Chamundi Mantras (oral)

Festivals

Theyyam seasonsKaliyattam

Scriptures

Oral traditions

Regions Worshipped

North Kerala (Kannur, Kasaragod)

Iconography

Elaborate red and gold headgear, fierce face paint, holding sword and trishula. Performed with intense energy and trance possession.