Jai Sriman Narayana !!
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Thirunandipura Vinnagaram is one of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord
Vishnu situated 5 km south west of Kumbakonam in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. This is
one of the oldest temples also known as ‘Dakshina Jagannath’ /Sembakaranya
Kshetram built by Chola King Nandhi Varman.
Presiding deity – Sri Jagannatha Perumal/Nathanathan/Vinnagara
Perumal/Srinivasan with his consort Goddess Sri Sembakavalli Thayar
Prathyaksham to – Emperor Sibi and Lord Nandikeshwara
Pushkarani – Nandhi Pushkarani
Vimanam – Mandara Vimanam
Mangalasasanam – Thirumangai Alwar
Festivals - Vaikasi,Vaikundha Ekadashi,
There are a few interesting myths associated with this temple.
Goddess Sri Mahalakshmi underwent severe penance in this sacred land to attain
Lord Vishnu as her husband.
Lord Nandikeshwara proceeded to Sri Vaikundham to have dharshan of
Lord Vishnu. Though Nandikeshwara was stopped by the Nithyasuris – Dwarapalakas
– Jaya & Vijaya, he did not pay attention to their words. Hence, the most
infuriated Dwarapalaks cursed Nandikeshawara for his act of disregard. At the
divine instruction of Lord Shiva Lord Nandikeshwara arrived in this sacred land
and continued severe penance praying to Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu pleased at the
devotion of Nandikeshwara and appeared before him. Nandikeshwara earnestly
prayed to be known this land after him; hence this sacred land has got its name
Nandhipura Vinnagaram.
Another legend has that Emperor Sibi was a righteous ruler well
known for his kindheartedness. Lord Yamadharma Rajan and Lord Indra played a
trick on Emperor Sibi in order to examine his generosity. A Pigeon was being
chased by an eagle came for rescue and solemnly prayed to Emperor to save its
life form eagle. The Emperor was deeply moved at the plight of situation of the
pigeon and promised to save. Soon the eagle also arrived at the place with
fierce hunger. Now, the Emperor was in dilemma because he wants to save the
life of pigeon at the same time the eagle should not get starved. Finally, the
Emperor was agreed to offer flesh from his own body to save the pigeon from its
danger and serve the eagle with its need. Further, he seated on a balancing
plate with pigeon on the other, to offer his flesh equivalent to the weight of
the pigeon. But, any amounts of flesh were not equivalent to the weight of the
pigeon; finally Emperor Sibi had to offer his entire body to Eagle. Lord Indra
and Lord Yama were pleased at the dedication and commitment of the Emperor
Sibi. Lord Sriman Narayana witnessed the splendid incident and was pleased at
the graceful deed of Emperor Sibi and blessed him with immortality.
This temple remains open from 6.30AM to 12.00PM in the morning and
4.00PM to 8.00PM in the evening.
Contact Person – Sri Jagannatha Bhattar Swamin – 9245886740
Sengalipuram Post, Kudaivasal (Via),
Thiruvarur, Thanjavur.
Jai
Sriman Narayana !!
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