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Vaitheeswaran Koil: Main Deity : Sri Vaidyanatha Swamy (Lord Shiva)
Consort: Sri Thaiyal Nayagi
Other Deities : Panchamoorthys, Muthukumaraswami (Lord Muruga), Angaraga (planet Mars), Dhanvanthri, Jatayu, Badrakali, 63 Nayanmars.
Holy Water : SiddhamirthaTheertham
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Vaitheeswaran Koil: Main Deity : Sri Vaidyanatha Swamy (Lord Shiva)
Consort: Sri Thaiyal Nayagi
Other Deities : Panchamoorthys, Muthukumaraswami (Lord Muruga), Angaraga (planet Mars), Dhanvanthri, Jatayu, Badrakali, 63 Nayanmars.
Holy Water : SiddhamirthaTheertham
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Sthala Vruksha : Neem (Vembu). It is located 235 kilometers from Chennai, 27 km from #Chidambaram, The holy waters of the Siddhamirtham tank within the temple complex contains nectar, and a holy dip is believed to cure all diseases. The temple is revered by the Tevaram hymns
Sthala Vruksha : Neem (Vembu). It is located 235 kilometers from Chennai, 27 km from #Chidambaram, The holy waters of the Siddhamirtham tank within the temple complex contains nectar, and a holy dip is believed to cure all diseases. The temple is revered by the Tevaram hymns
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of 7th-century Saiva nayanars - Tamil saint poets and is also classified as a Paadam Petra Sthalam (temple revered by the nayanars). During the #Ramayana period, Sri Rama, Lakshmana and Saptarishi have worshiped the deity in this place.
of 7th-century Saiva nayanars - Tamil saint poets and is also classified as a Paadam Petra Sthalam (temple revered by the nayanars). During the #Ramayana period, Sri Rama, Lakshmana and Saptarishi have worshiped the deity in this place.
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It is believed that Sri Rama and his brother Lakshmana cremated the vulture king Jatayu who was killed by Ravana when he tried to prevent the abduction of Sita) at this place. There is a pond at this temple called Jatayu kundam (pot of Jatayu having holy ash of Vibhuti).
It is believed that Sri Rama and his brother Lakshmana cremated the vulture king Jatayu who was killed by Ravana when he tried to prevent the abduction of Sita) at this place. There is a pond at this temple called Jatayu kundam (pot of Jatayu having holy ash of Vibhuti).
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One of the nine planets, Angaraka (Mars), suffered from leprosy and was cured by Vaidhyanathaswamy and from then on it is treated as one of the Navagraha Temples for planet Mars. Parvati, the consort of Shiva, asked her son, Subramanya to appear with one face from his regular
One of the nine planets, Angaraka (Mars), suffered from leprosy and was cured by Vaidhyanathaswamy and from then on it is treated as one of the Navagraha Temples for planet Mars. Parvati, the consort of Shiva, asked her son, Subramanya to appear with one face from his regular
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appearance of six faces. When he did so, she was pleased and presented him with vel (a weapon) to slay the demons. Subramanya overcame the asura Surapadman (a demon) & in the war, his army was severely injured. Shiva came out as the healer Vaitheeswaran and cured the wounds.
appearance of six faces. When he did so, she was pleased and presented him with vel (a weapon) to slay the demons. Subramanya overcame the asura Surapadman (a demon) & in the war, his army was severely injured. Shiva came out as the healer Vaitheeswaran and cured the wounds.
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Like Panneer ilai Vibhuthi of Tiruchendur Temple, The "Tiruchaandu Urundai" (called in Tamil) which is covered with Vibhuti of deity heals various incurable diseases. It can be procured at the temple.
The Temple: The temple has a 5-tier Gopuram large precincts
Like Panneer ilai Vibhuthi of Tiruchendur Temple, The "Tiruchaandu Urundai" (called in Tamil) which is covered with Vibhuti of deity heals various incurable diseases. It can be procured at the temple.
The Temple: The temple has a 5-tier Gopuram large precincts
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The central shrine is that of Vaitheeswaran present as Lingam in the inner most sanctum. The first precinct around the sanctum has the metal image of Subramanya, worshiped here as Muthukumara Swamy. The other metal images in the sanctum are of Nataraja, Somaskanda,
The central shrine is that of Vaitheeswaran present as Lingam in the inner most sanctum. The first precinct around the sanctum has the metal image of Subramanya, worshiped here as Muthukumara Swamy. The other metal images in the sanctum are of Nataraja, Somaskanda,
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Angaraka and stone sculptures of Durga, Dakshinamoorthy, Surya (Sun god), Jatayu, Vedas, Sampati (elder brother of Jatayu). The shrine of Thaiyalnayaki who stands with the medicinal oil to cure the diseases of the devotees is present in the second precinct facing south.
Angaraka and stone sculptures of Durga, Dakshinamoorthy, Surya (Sun god), Jatayu, Vedas, Sampati (elder brother of Jatayu). The shrine of Thaiyalnayaki who stands with the medicinal oil to cure the diseases of the devotees is present in the second precinct facing south.
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The large precinct also has a small shrine to Dhanvantari and shrine of Angaraka in stone sculpture. The southern gateway from this precinct leads to the temple tank and directly faces the Thaiyalnayaki shrine. The Sthala Vriksha (temple tree) is margosa (Azadirachta indica)
The large precinct also has a small shrine to Dhanvantari and shrine of Angaraka in stone sculpture. The southern gateway from this precinct leads to the temple tank and directly faces the Thaiyalnayaki shrine. The Sthala Vriksha (temple tree) is margosa (Azadirachta indica)
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which possesses medicinal properties. It is located in the eastern gateway of the temple. The eastern gateway also has the shrine of Adi (original) temple that has a smaller replica of the main shrines. There is a fine metal image of Gangavisarjanar inside the temple.
which possesses medicinal properties. It is located in the eastern gateway of the temple. The eastern gateway also has the shrine of Adi (original) temple that has a smaller replica of the main shrines. There is a fine metal image of Gangavisarjanar inside the temple.
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The temple has five inscriptions mainly belonging to the period of Kulothunga Chola I (1070-1120 CE). The inscription on the steps of Subramanya shrine records the shutter of the sluice at Sattainathapuram measures 35 inches in length and 8 inches in breadth.
The temple has five inscriptions mainly belonging to the period of Kulothunga Chola I (1070-1120 CE). The inscription on the steps of Subramanya shrine records the shutter of the sluice at Sattainathapuram measures 35 inches in length and 8 inches in breadth.
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The one on the right of the temple tank indicates the tank, Nachiyar shrine, and its hall were completely renovated when Kanderayar was governing the Sigali Simai, and during the management of the temple by Muthukumaraswami Tambiran, a disciple of Sivagnanadesikar-
The one on the right of the temple tank indicates the tank, Nachiyar shrine, and its hall were completely renovated when Kanderayar was governing the Sigali Simai, and during the management of the temple by Muthukumaraswami Tambiran, a disciple of Sivagnanadesikar-
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Sambandar of the Dharmapuram Adheenam. On the wall of the second precinct, the inscriptions state that the courtyard of Thayalnayagi shrine, the sacred steps and Tattisuri hall were built during Tamil year 4868 corresponding to 1689 CE. On the floor near accountant's seat
Sambandar of the Dharmapuram Adheenam. On the wall of the second precinct, the inscriptions state that the courtyard of Thayalnayagi shrine, the sacred steps and Tattisuri hall were built during Tamil year 4868 corresponding to 1689 CE. On the floor near accountant's seat
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registers a deed granted by Sankarabaragiri Rengopanditar by Ambalavanatambiran, an agent of the temple. The Eastern gateway inscription indicates the gift of taxes from Manipallam in Tiruvalipparu.
registers a deed granted by Sankarabaragiri Rengopanditar by Ambalavanatambiran, an agent of the temple. The Eastern gateway inscription indicates the gift of taxes from Manipallam in Tiruvalipparu.
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Worship - Devotees take a holy dip in the temple tank before worshiping Vaitheeswaran in the temple. It is also a local belief that dissolving jaggery in the waters cures skin diseases. The practice of jamming salt and pepper in front of the temple mast and the pot near the
Worship - Devotees take a holy dip in the temple tank before worshiping Vaitheeswaran in the temple. It is also a local belief that dissolving jaggery in the waters cures skin diseases. The practice of jamming salt and pepper in front of the temple mast and the pot near the
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temple tank is also followed. Unlike other temples in South India, where each shrine has a priest, each priest in the temple associates themselves with the devotees and perform worship on their behalf. The holy soil rounded with ash (called Thiruchandu Urundai) is treated as
temple tank is also followed. Unlike other temples in South India, where each shrine has a priest, each priest in the temple associates themselves with the devotees and perform worship on their behalf. The holy soil rounded with ash (called Thiruchandu Urundai) is treated as
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medicine and believed to cure all the diseases. Another medicine given is chandan (sandalwood powder) with saffron. Devotees also donate carved silver plated body organs in the Hundi (vessel for offering) to cure the diseases.
medicine and believed to cure all the diseases. Another medicine given is chandan (sandalwood powder) with saffron. Devotees also donate carved silver plated body organs in the Hundi (vessel for offering) to cure the diseases.
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Nadi astrology ('நாடி ஜோதிடம்' in Tamil), (nāḍi jyotiṣa) is a form of Hindu #astrology practiced around the temple. It is based on the belief that the past, present and the future lives of all humans were foreseen by Hindu sages in ancient time.
Nadi astrology ('நாடி ஜோதிடம்' in Tamil), (nāḍi jyotiṣa) is a form of Hindu #astrology practiced around the temple. It is based on the belief that the past, present and the future lives of all humans were foreseen by Hindu sages in ancient time.
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The texts are mainly written in Vatteluttu, which is an ancient Tamil script. They are believed to be written by Agasthya Maharishi who is said to have had divine revelations. These Nadi leaves were initially stored in the premises of Tanjore Saraswati Mahal Library
The texts are mainly written in Vatteluttu, which is an ancient Tamil script. They are believed to be written by Agasthya Maharishi who is said to have had divine revelations. These Nadi leaves were initially stored in the premises of Tanjore Saraswati Mahal Library
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of Tamil Nadu. The British rulers later showed interest in the Nadi leaves concerned with herbs and medicine and future prediction, but ironically left most of the leaves to their loyal people. Some leaves got destroyed and the remaining were auctioned during the British
of Tamil Nadu. The British rulers later showed interest in the Nadi leaves concerned with herbs and medicine and future prediction, but ironically left most of the leaves to their loyal people. Some leaves got destroyed and the remaining were auctioned during the British
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rule. These leaves were obtained and possessed by the families of astrologers in Vaitheeswaran temple and was passed down the years from one generation to the other.
The temple is revered by Tevaram hymns of saint poets Thirunavukkarasar and sambandar belonging to the
rule. These leaves were obtained and possessed by the families of astrologers in Vaitheeswaran temple and was passed down the years from one generation to the other.
The temple is revered by Tevaram hymns of saint poets Thirunavukkarasar and sambandar belonging to the
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7th century. The poets name the towns where they found the temple in their hymns and Pullirukkuvelur finds a mention in their verses, corresponding to the temple. The hymns appear to recognize the function of the mantras (sacred text) as invocation of Shiva.
7th century. The poets name the towns where they found the temple in their hymns and Pullirukkuvelur finds a mention in their verses, corresponding to the temple. The hymns appear to recognize the function of the mantras (sacred text) as invocation of Shiva.
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In addition the hymns from Thirunavukkarasar likes Shiva to luminous objects - a flame, a pearl, a diamond and pure gold. He also indicates wasting lot of days not worshiping Shiva at this temple.
In addition the hymns from Thirunavukkarasar likes Shiva to luminous objects - a flame, a pearl, a diamond and pure gold. He also indicates wasting lot of days not worshiping Shiva at this temple.
