Thirumarainathaswamy
is said to cure sincere devotees from Joint Pain, Bone Diseases and muscle
related issues - It was here that Saneeswarar was liberated from Arthritis
There is an exclusive temple dedicated to
Manikavachakar opposite the Thirumarainathaswamy temple.
To liberate himself from the curse inflicted on him
by Mandava Rishi for having disturbed the Rishi’s penance, one that gave him
severe arthritis, Saneeswarar invoked the blessings of Lord Badapureeswarar
here at Thiruvathavur. Belief is that those who perform oil abhishekam here and
apply that oil on their legs will be relieved from arthritis. Hence this is
said to be a temple that liberates one from bone related diseases, Joint Pain
and muscular issues.
Bairavar
without the Dog
When Bairavar ignored the presence of the Lord and
walked past in arrogance, the Lord in an angry gesture decided to deny him the
status with the dog. To repent from his mistake, it was here that Bairavar
performed pooja to invoke the blessings of the Lord to get back his full form.
In memory of this episode, Bairavar is seen without the dog at this temple.
Brahmma’s
penance
Pleased with Brahmma’s Yagna at this place seeking
the continuation of his ‘creative’ abilities, Ambal appeared from the fire
providing darshan to him and blessing him with the fulfillment of his Yagna.
Hence she is referred to as ‘Aaranavalli’.
This is also the birth place of the famous Tamil Scholar
Kapilar.
Festivals
10 day Brahmotsavam in Vaikasi with the Chariot
festival on Visakam
Anna Abhishekam in Aipasi
12 day Utsavam in Avani
Thiruvachakam is recited every month on Magam
Aani Magam – Manickavachakar Mukthi Pooja
10 day Pidari Amman Utsavam in Chitrai
How to reach
One can reach Thiruvathavur via Othakadai and Thiru
Mogur. Bus Number 66 runs from Maatuthavani bus stand to Thiruvathavur every
15-20 minutes through the long winding newly laid Tar road. Share autos also ply between Thiruvathavur and Maatuthavani bus stand.
One can also reach the temple from Melur. Bus No. 7 every half hour from Melur Bus Stand.
One can also reach the temple from Melur. Bus No. 7 every half hour from Melur Bus Stand.
5 comments:
This is so well written and informative
Excellent writing and very very informative
Om Namah Shivaya. Thank you for such a clear description and details. Stay blessed.
Thanks
Namasra Guruji, Ido like to visit this temple as m suffering from leg pain since 1 month.
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