The Bleeding Gods of Kerala; Another Theyyam season awakens in Malabar

Community & Culture By Sreelakshmi Soman Oct 30, 2024 Read the article

The Theyyam of North Malabar embodies the essence of living deities, intertwining humanity and divinity in a rich tapestry of spiritual expression.

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This sacred art form goes beyond mere performance; it revives ancient rituals that honour the body as a vessel for the divine.

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In Theyyam, the challenges faced by the divine are deeply felt by the performer.

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These avatars endure hardships that set them apart from other rituals, where the weight of the gods’ sorrow often overshadows their human concerns.

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The physical struggles of the performer become secondary as they channel the profound emotions of the deities.

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Through this unique experience, the performer transforms the body into a sacred medium, reviving forgotten rituals of the past.

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Theyyam serves as a powerful reminder of the connection between the ethereal and the earthly, celebrating the meeting of sacred and human, the mystery of life.

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