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Sri Singeeswarar Temple
- Mappedu,Tamil Nadu
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The Sri Singeeswarar Temple is located in Mappedu and is dedicated to God Singeeswarar. When the God danced at Tiruvalangadu, one of the five Sabhas related to Shiva Dance, Nandi (also known as Singhi) played the mridangam. Immersed in the music, Nandi played the instrument with his eyes closed. Hence he could not see the dance. He begged the God to dance for him again to enjoy His performance. Pleased with his bhakti the God asked Nandi to come to Meipedu on earth. Nandi came here, worshipped the God where He performed the dance again. As Singhi (Nandi) worshipped in this place, the place is named as Singheeswaram and the God Singheeswarar. Mother is worshipped in the name of Pushpagujambal Poomulainayaki related to fragrant flowers. This temple is important for people belonging to Moola star. They know no idleness and are very active and fond of arts. They are fair in complexion. They are particular in food choices and like fruits. They are healthy. There are shrines for Asthana Vinayaka (Laureate Vinayaka), God Muruga with Valli and Deivayani, Adhikesava Perumal with Sridevi and Bhoodevi, Veerabaleeswarar, Veena Anjaneya, Kala Bhairavar, Sun God and Chandikeswara.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Relief from adverse planetary effects on Moola star
- Bone and joint diseases
- For general well-being of people born under Moola/Mulam/Moolam star
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
6 a.m. to 10 a.m. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.