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Jambunathaswami Temple
- Thiruvellarai,Tamil Nadu
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Aadhi Jambhunathar is a God Shiva's Temple located at Thirupanjali, Tamil Nadu. God Shiva is adorned as God Jambhukeswarar. God Shiva is said to have appeared here in front Jambu Rishi and blessed him, as he wasn't able to walk to Tiruvanaikoil for a Darshan. A beautiful cave temple of Pallava period close to the Thiruvellarai Divya Desam was recently recontructed. Alongside God Shiva's idol God Vishnu's symbol was engraved on the right side of Shiva linga altar in the center with Jambhu Rishi and Bhairavar on the left. Navagraha Darshan additionally can be had inside the cave temple. Shrines for Goddess Akhilandeswari, God Vinayaka and God Subramanya are outside the Cave.
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.