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Sri Amba nayahi sametha VeeraVaranathar Shiva temple
- Kinar,Tamil Nadu
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This is an ancient Pallava period temple at Kinar which is one among the Thevara reference temples. The lingam in this temple is one of the biggest in Tamilnadu. Sage Gowthamar, Agalya and Pancha Pandavars worshiped the deity of this temple. In between the primary deity and the Nandhi, It is said that Indhra is seated on his Iravatha elephant to get his curse cured. Behind the lingam, an enormous Somaskantha sculpture is present.
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.