Theyyam Bhairavan

The theyyam stands as a symbol of goodwill, prosperity and also to ward off evil spirit, poverty and illness. Theyyam represents a mythological, divine, ancestral, animal, serpent or heroic character each with its distinct shape form and story of origin. The head dress, face painting, breast plate, bracelets, garlands, and fabric attire in each theyyam is distinct and meticulously crafted according to the character presented. People see and adore the Theyyam as God. The main peculiarity of the Living God is that they can able to talk to its devotees. People consider their voice as the voice of God. Bhairavan is the prime deity of Paanan community and the deity is believed to be related to Shaivism cult. Artists from Malayan community also perform Bhairavan Theyyam. Orange painted face, with yellow marked forehead, eyes covered with silver ornaments, and two silver pincers attached to the puffed-up cheeks make this wooden miniature more special.