The Kodungallur Sree Kurumba Bhagavathy Temple is one of the most ancient and significant shrines in Kerala. The annual Bharani festival, held in the Malayalam month of Meenam (March-April), is famous not only for the Kavu Theendal (ritual pollution) ceremony but also for the rendering of Bharani Pattu .
Author: Rich Freeman (in South Asian Folklore: An Encyclopedia , 2003; also in Contributions to Indian Sociology , 1999) Key point: Freeman analyzes the oral composition of the lyrics, the role of Panan community singers, and the juxtaposition of purity/pollution in the verses. kodungallur bharani pattu lyrics
The Mystery and Music of Kodungallur Bharani Pattu In the heart of Kerala, the Kodungallur Sree Kurumba Bhagavathy Temple The Kodungallur Sree Kurumba Bhagavathy Temple is one