Theyyam
The Divine Dance
Overview
Theyyam (തെയ്യം) is a ritual dance form in Kerala where deities are possessed and dance. The "They" means god and "yam" means to join/unite.
Key Facts
- State: Kerala
- District: Kannur, Kasaragod
- Type: Ritual possession
Legend
Theyyam is performed to honor ancestral spirits and village deities.
Source: Theyyam tradition
