Watch: Velichappads: Kerala’s Temple Oracles Who Claim To Be Possessed By The Gods

Have you ever wondered who are these formidable-looking people dressed in red and carrying swords, who go into a frenzy during the puja at Kerala temples?

They are known as Velichappads- temple oracles who claim to get possessed by the deity of the shrine.


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Watch this video to know all about them:

What do you think- is it really possible to get possessed by the Gods? Share your opinion in the comments!


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Sources: Wikipedia, Valluvanad Times

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