Kannur: People across Kerala, especially within the Syro-Malabar Church, are grieving the loss of Rev. Dr. Michael Karimattam, a highly respected priest of the Thalassery Archdiocese and one of the most distinguished biblical scholars of the Church. He passed away at a private hospital in Karuvanchal at the age of 83. Known for his deep knowledge of the Scriptures, his humble nature, and his remarkable ability to make the Word of God simple and accessible to the common faithful, Fr. Karimattam leaves behind a rich legacy of spiritual and intellectual contributions that transformed the biblical landscape of the Malayalam-speaking Church. His funeral will be held tomorrow.

Born in Koluthuvayal in Kannur district, Fr. Karimattam dedicated his entire life to the service of the Word. He was

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