| Venu, Koovappady, Perumbavoor, Ernakulam |
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It would be
easier to understand Edaakoodam as an older version of Rubik’s cube. Fabricating such structures in wood has been
a way of utilizing lockdown period for Venu of Koovappady, Perumbavoor.
A carpenter
by profession, Venu learned the art from his father. Different types of Edaakoodams can be
assembled with the number of blocks ranging from 3 to 65.
In the
olden days, Edaakoodams were used as a gauge to decide on leniency to prisoners
condemned to capital punishment. Those
who could correctly assemble the device consisting of rectangular and square
cubes were given less severe punishment.
Making
of the cubes involves precise workmanship.
And assembling and solving Edaakoodams requires skills of brain. It can be an intellectual exercise and an
entertainment.
So, everyone
is welcome to get into Edaakoodam without apprehension.
Mathrubhumi, May 20, 2020
