Kerala Temple Worships Judge Who Died for His Mistake

• Kerala's Cheruvalli Devi Temple uniquely worships an 18th-century judge, Govind Pillai, known as 'Jujiyammavan' (Judge Uncle), alongside its main deity Bhadrakali.
• Judge Govind Pillai, known for his strict adherence to law, sentenced his own nephew to death, and upon realizing his error, chose a severe self-punishment, including public hanging.
• After his death, his soul was enshrined at his ancestral home, leading to his worship at the temple, where devotees seek help with legal and court-related problems.
• Thousands, including legal professionals and celebrities like actor Dileep, visit the temple in Kottayam district, which opens daily for about 45 minutes.

Why It Matters: This unique temple offers solace for legal troubles, honoring a judge's harsh self-justice.