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Sri Brahmapureeswarar Temple, near Trichy
Main Deity : Sri Brahmapureeswarar (Lord Brahma).
Ambal (Consort) : Brahma Nayagi.
Holy Water : Brahma Theertham.
Temple Tree : Magizha(Spanish cherry)tree.
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Sri Brahmapureeswarar Temple, near Trichy
Main Deity : Sri Brahmapureeswarar (Lord Brahma).
Ambal (Consort) : Brahma Nayagi.
Holy Water : Brahma Theertham.
Temple Tree : Magizha(Spanish cherry)tree.
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Prominence of the Shrine : This is yet another spectacular Dravidian #architectural marvel, the Brahmapureeswar Temple. Not known to many, this temple is tucked away on the outskirts of the #Trichy city at a serene village near #Tirupattur. After a 30 km drive from Trichy,
Prominence of the Shrine : This is yet another spectacular Dravidian #architectural marvel, the Brahmapureeswar Temple. Not known to many, this temple is tucked away on the outskirts of the #Trichy city at a serene village near #Tirupattur. After a 30 km drive from Trichy,
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take left and a 6 km drive through the beautiful village side would take you to the #Brahmapureeswarar Temple. An Early morning visit is recommended for a great #spiritual ambience. The main deity worshiped here is the Lord Brahmapureeswarar, an avatar of Lord Shiva.
take left and a 6 km drive through the beautiful village side would take you to the #Brahmapureeswarar Temple. An Early morning visit is recommended for a great #spiritual ambience. The main deity worshiped here is the Lord Brahmapureeswarar, an avatar of Lord Shiva.
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Lord Brahma, the creator among the Trimurtis [Trident- Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh] appears to worship Lord Brahmeeswarar here. Thursday is considered auspicious for worshiping Brahma. Devotees believe that if they worship at this temple, they can change what is written on
Lord Brahma, the creator among the Trimurtis [Trident- Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh] appears to worship Lord Brahmeeswarar here. Thursday is considered auspicious for worshiping Brahma. Devotees believe that if they worship at this temple, they can change what is written on
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one’s head (fate – as per Sanatana Dharma all the good and bad events in one's life are already written on your head at the time of birth). Also it is believed that, only if it is written in your #destiny, you will end up visiting this temple. At #Thirupattur only Lord Brahma
one’s head (fate – as per Sanatana Dharma all the good and bad events in one's life are already written on your head at the time of birth). Also it is believed that, only if it is written in your #destiny, you will end up visiting this temple. At #Thirupattur only Lord Brahma
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is having a dedicated Sannidhi. Where Lord Shiva blessed Brahma is what is known as Brahmapureeswarar. Brahma’s Sannidhi is facing the East direction here.
Temple History : It is believed that Lord Brahma at Thirupattur is so powerful the he can change the fate his devotees.
is having a dedicated Sannidhi. Where Lord Shiva blessed Brahma is what is known as Brahmapureeswarar. Brahma’s Sannidhi is facing the East direction here.
Temple History : It is believed that Lord Brahma at Thirupattur is so powerful the he can change the fate his devotees.
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As per #Sattology #Brahma is the creator of living beings. Once he had the egoistic thought that him and Shiva both have five heads, so both must be equals. Lord Shiva decided to teach Brahma a lesson. He removed Brahma's fifth head which gives Brahma the power of creation.
As per #Sattology #Brahma is the creator of living beings. Once he had the egoistic thought that him and Shiva both have five heads, so both must be equals. Lord Shiva decided to teach Brahma a lesson. He removed Brahma's fifth head which gives Brahma the power of creation.
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Shiva asked him to take birth on #Earth as a human and travel all across the world doing rituals in favor of him. Brahma did the same and reached #Tirupattur. He made 12 Shiva Lingas out of sand and worshiped Shiva. Pleased by Brahma, he and Goddess Parvati [his consort]
Shiva asked him to take birth on #Earth as a human and travel all across the world doing rituals in favor of him. Brahma did the same and reached #Tirupattur. He made 12 Shiva Lingas out of sand and worshiped Shiva. Pleased by Brahma, he and Goddess Parvati [his consort]
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appeared gave Him darshan under the #Magizha tree and liberated Him from His curse and gave back his creation rights. Hence Lord Shiva is called Sri Brahmapureeswarar here. Also Devi Parvathi gave back Lord Brahma all His sheen and that’s why the
appeared gave Him darshan under the #Magizha tree and liberated Him from His curse and gave back his creation rights. Hence Lord Shiva is called Sri Brahmapureeswarar here. Also Devi Parvathi gave back Lord Brahma all His sheen and that’s why the
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Devi called Brahma Sampath Gowri. He also gave the power to change the fate of devotees who worship here. Hence the Brahma here is considered to be the one who can change what is written one’s head (fate). If devotees worship at this temple they are believed to get relief
Devi called Brahma Sampath Gowri. He also gave the power to change the fate of devotees who worship here. Hence the Brahma here is considered to be the one who can change what is written one’s head (fate). If devotees worship at this temple they are believed to get relief
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from all kinds of Dosha. First they need to worship Shiva, Brahma and then the Goddess Brahmanayagi.
Now, speaking about the Temple #architecture, it is a 2000-year-old #Temple which reflects the Chola style of architecture. There are separate shrines for Lord
from all kinds of Dosha. First they need to worship Shiva, Brahma and then the Goddess Brahmanayagi.
Now, speaking about the Temple #architecture, it is a 2000-year-old #Temple which reflects the Chola style of architecture. There are separate shrines for Lord
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Brahmapureeswarar and Lord Brahmanayaki. A huge 6.3 feet long statue of Lord Brahma can be seen by the side of the Lord Shiva shrine. He appears to be in his Padmasana pose on a Lotus flower. The 12 Shiva Lingas worshiped by Lord Brahma is also kept intact in this temple.
Brahmapureeswarar and Lord Brahmanayaki. A huge 6.3 feet long statue of Lord Brahma can be seen by the side of the Lord Shiva shrine. He appears to be in his Padmasana pose on a Lotus flower. The 12 Shiva Lingas worshiped by Lord Brahma is also kept intact in this temple.
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The most interesting aspect of this temple architecture is that it is constructed in such a way that the sunlight falls directly on the main idol of Shiva every year exactly during the 15, 16 and 17th day of the Panguni month in Tamil calender (March 15th to April 13th).
The most interesting aspect of this temple architecture is that it is constructed in such a way that the sunlight falls directly on the main idol of Shiva every year exactly during the 15, 16 and 17th day of the Panguni month in Tamil calender (March 15th to April 13th).
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The most auspicious occasion to visit the temple is during the 10 day festival during the Panguni month which comes during March- April every year. It is believed people who experience hurdles in their life can get their fate rewritten by making a visit to the temple.
The most auspicious occasion to visit the temple is during the 10 day festival during the Panguni month which comes during March- April every year. It is believed people who experience hurdles in their life can get their fate rewritten by making a visit to the temple.
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Students do offerings to Lord Brahma here in order to do well in their studies and married couples also visit this temple for child boon since Lord Brahma is believed to the creator of our universe. Tamil Nadu, being the land of temples and pure spiritual energy, I wonder
Students do offerings to Lord Brahma here in order to do well in their studies and married couples also visit this temple for child boon since Lord Brahma is believed to the creator of our universe. Tamil Nadu, being the land of temples and pure spiritual energy, I wonder
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why this temple is often missed by the travelers especially the #SPIRITUAL seekers. The very reason that the Brahma temples are very rare adds more significance to the #Brahmapureeswarar Temple and makes it a must visit in while you head out to #TamilNadu
why this temple is often missed by the travelers especially the #SPIRITUAL seekers. The very reason that the Brahma temples are very rare adds more significance to the #Brahmapureeswarar Temple and makes it a must visit in while you head out to #TamilNadu
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The 12 Shrines of Lord Shiva: There are 12 Shiv Lingams in the Temple complex, which includes the garden adjacent to the temple. These Shiva Lingams were installed and worshipped by Lord Brahma. Most of these Shiv Lingams are housed in separate shrines, which are situated
The 12 Shrines of Lord Shiva: There are 12 Shiv Lingams in the Temple complex, which includes the garden adjacent to the temple. These Shiva Lingams were installed and worshipped by Lord Brahma. Most of these Shiv Lingams are housed in separate shrines, which are situated
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around the Brahma Theertham. Brahma Theertham is the pond from which Lord Brahma took water for performing puja to Lord Shiva. These 12 shrines of Lord Shiva which comprise the Bramhapureeswarar Temple complex are : Sri Brahmapureeswarar Presiding Deity
Sri Pazhamalai Nathar
around the Brahma Theertham. Brahma Theertham is the pond from which Lord Brahma took water for performing puja to Lord Shiva. These 12 shrines of Lord Shiva which comprise the Bramhapureeswarar Temple complex are : Sri Brahmapureeswarar Presiding Deity
Sri Pazhamalai Nathar
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Sri Pathala Eswarar
Sri Thayumanavar
Sri Manduga Nathar
Sri Ekambareswarar
Sri Arunachaleswarar
Sri Kailasa Nathar
Sri Jambukeshwarar
Sri Kalathi Nathar
Sri Sabthagereswarar
Sri Sudharaneswarar
Sri Pathala Eswarar
Sri Thayumanavar
Sri Manduga Nathar
Sri Ekambareswarar
Sri Arunachaleswarar
Sri Kailasa Nathar
Sri Jambukeshwarar
Sri Kalathi Nathar
Sri Sabthagereswarar
Sri Sudharaneswarar
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The sage behind the #yoga Sutras, Patanjali is believed to have made a visit here as well during his journeys. His Jeeva Samadhi is also on display here. The temple is under the administration of The Hindu Religious And Charitable Endowments Dept, Govt of TamilNadu.
The sage behind the #yoga Sutras, Patanjali is believed to have made a visit here as well during his journeys. His Jeeva Samadhi is also on display here. The temple is under the administration of The Hindu Religious And Charitable Endowments Dept, Govt of TamilNadu.
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