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Kasi Viswanathar Temple
- Ramanathapuram,Tamil Nadu
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Overview : This Small temple is on the banks of river Vaigai. For a few families residing in neighbouring villages, it is a Kuladheivam.The marriage of Lord Shiva and Mother Madhangee was held at Tiruvengadu. No dowry was accepted by Lord Shiva from Sage Madhanga. It was considered a weakness of Lord and Devas plus other invitees from the heavenly world spoke critically about it. Lord Shiva expressed that it was a wrong practice and said that his own assets belonged to Mother Madhange. He sent Nandhi to bring them from Shivaloka to be offered to his bride.Recalling this event, two Nandhis are present in the temple. Facing the Lord is the Madhanga Nandhi while Swedha Nandhi faces the opposite side. It represents Nandhi bringing the gifts. Abisheks are performed to Nandhis during the Pradosha time.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.