(Followed by a rhythmic clap) "അവനേ... കണ്ടില്ലേ കൊണ്ടാട്ടക്കാരനെ? ചെമ്പിലും പൂട്ടും വിളക്കും കഴുത്തില് കെട്ടിയ ഭൈരവനെ..."
"എന്തു തെറി പാടേണം കൊടുങ്ങല്ലൂരമ്മേ?" (What abuse shall we sing, Mother of Kodungallur?) Kodungallur Bharani Theri Pattu Lyrics Malayalam
The lyrics of Kodungallur Bharani Theri Pattu are a beautiful expression of the culture and traditions of Kerala. The song is a narrative of the mythological story of the goddess Bharani, who is worshipped in the region. The lyrics are rich in imagery and use metaphors to describe the goddess and her significance in the lives of the people. (Followed by a rhythmic clap) "അവനേ
is one of the most intense and ancient temple festivals in Kerala, held at the Kodungallur Bhagavathy Temple (Sree Kurumba Bhagavati Kshetram). A key ritual during the festival is Theri Pattu – a raw, energetic, and trance-inducing song form sung exclusively by Kozhikke (or Kozhippattu) singers belonging to the Peruvannan community. The song is a narrative of the mythological
The song begins with a description of the goddess Bharani, who is depicted as a beautiful and powerful deity. The lyrics then proceed to narrate the mythological story of Bharani, who is said to have emerged from the body of Lord Shiva. The song also describes the various rituals and ceremonies that are performed to worship the goddess.
To an outsider, these lyrics might sound blasphemous. How can devotees call their mother goddess a prostitute or use filthy language? Scholars of Anthropology and Tantric worship explain this as a classic "Left-Handed Path" (Vamachara) ritual.
Bhagavati! Bhagavati! Bhagavati! Keṭiṭarut Bhagavati, keṭiṭarut Bhagavati, Vannu vannu varuvan Bhagavati, vannu vannu varuvan Bhagavati.