Historical PeriodEra
Ancient
3000 BCEAncientPresent
Sacred Facts · At a Glance
- Gender
- male
Primary Scriptures
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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
Sources & provenance
📖 2 Tertiary
- 📖Supporting referenceOtherTheyyam tradition
- 📖Supporting referenceOtherTemple records