The church is believed to have been established in the 9th century by Mar Abo, an Assyrian monk.
On entering the church, on the left, there is an icon of Mar Abo Metropolitan, who was the mentor of Rev. Fr. Paulose (Kadamattathu Kathanar). It is believed that Mar Abo, a Persian high priest established the church with the help of Kartha, the then local ruler of Kadamattom.
Church Features
Highlights of Kadamattom Church
Mar Abo's Legacy
The church was established by the Persian high priest Mar Abo, who was not only a theologian but also a skilled conjurer.
Kadamattathu Kathanar
Mar Abo mentored a young Paulose, who would later be ordained and become the legendary Kadamattathu Kathanar.
9th Century Persian Cross
A 9th-century stone Persian cross with four equal-size arms and a Pahlavi inscription is located on the right wall of the Madbaha.
Tomb of Mar Thoma IX
The tomb of Mar Thoma IX (formerly Pakalomattom Iype Kathanar) lies on the left side just outside the Madbaha or altar room.
