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Satyagirishwarar Temple
- Thiruparankundram,Tamil Nadu
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Overview
Satyagirishwarar temple is located in Thiru-parankundram at madurai District. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
About the Temple
Demon Mahishasura was harassing the Devas in many ways. Mother Ambica took the form of Navanayakis, fought with him and destroyed him on the ninth day. The killing of the demon brought her the Brahmmahati dosha. She worshipped Lord Shiva for release from the sin. Lord advised Her to worship Him from here for result. Ambica followed Lords advice and worshipped installing a Linga on the mount which itself was but a Linga. Shiva granted darshan to Durga and relieved her of the dosha.
Nandi, the bull vehicle of Lord Shiva graces with His consort Kalakandi in the Maha Mandap of the temple. There are twin Vinayakas by His side. While there will be prakaras-corridors in the temples with other deities, Tiruparankundram temple is different without these formalities. As the Mount itself is in the form of a Linga, only Girivalam is possible. In Pillayarpatti, though the temple is the cave type, there are prakaras within the temple.
Legend and Stories
The presiding deity is Lord Shiva only in the temple. He graces from a Kundru - Mount, and is praised as Parankundranathar and the place Parankundram. He is also praised as Sathyagiriswarar. As it is here that Lord Muruga married Deivanai, importance is more attached to Lord Muruga and the temple became Muruga Temple in the days that followed. On the full moon day poornima in Aani month (June-July) three fruits mango, plantain and jack are offered to the Lord with special pujas.
Festivals
Full moon day poornima in Aani month (June-July) is the festival celebrated in this temple.
Poojas
Madhu Pooja is the special pooja performed to the Goddess.
How To Reach Satyagirishwarar temple
Airport
Nearest airport is Madurai airport.
Railways
Nearest Railway station is Thiruparankunram station.
Road
The Nearest Bus Stop is Thiruparankunram.
Temple Address
Satyagirishwarar temple,
260, Big Car St,
Thiruparankundram,
Tamil Nadu - 625005.
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.
Timings
The temple is open from Morning: 5.00A.M to 1.00P.M. Evening: 4.00 P.M to 9.00P.M