Pappakoil Kadambanathar Shiva Temple, Nagapattinam

Address

Pappakoil Kadambanathar Shiva Temple, Nagapattinam

Pappakoil, Nagai circle,

Nagapattinam District,

Tamil Nadu 611106

Moolavar

Kadambanathar

Amman

Bala Gujambal

Introduction

• The Pappakoil Kadambanathar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located in Pappakoil town, part of the Nagai circle in Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu.
• Managed by Sokkappamudiyar, the temple was completed in 1928 and consecrated on November 14, 2013, with the participation of the public.
• This east-facing temple complex spans five acres of land and is situated in the heart of the town.
• At the eastern end of the temple lies a large pond known as Panchakuro Chathirtha. It is believed that bathing in this pond during the full moon day and worshiping Kadambanathar will cure even the most incurable diseases.
• The Presiding Deity is Lord Kadambanathar, who is considered a Swayambulingamurthy (self-manifested lingam). The Mother Goddess is known as Bala Gujambal.

Puranic Significance:

• The temple is constructed entirely from black stone, adding to its ancient charm.
• According to legend, after Lord Muruga defeated Soorapadman and his followers in Thiruchendur, the gods sought his protection. The defeat of the Asuras caused a great calamity called Veerahati.
• Lord Muruga initially visited Manjawadi near Devur, where he consecrated Manjal Vinayaka. He then traveled to several sacred places, including Pancha Kadambanur, Agarakadambanur, Ilangakadambanur, Perungadambanur, and other Kadambanur regions, worshiping Lord Shiva’s shrines along the way.
• Finally, Lord Muruga arrived at the Swayambulingamurthy in Kadambavan, located on the southern side of Sikal, and received blessings from Kadambanatha.
• It is believed that Lord Muruga is worshiped here as sunlight on every Panguni Uttra day.
• This temple is especially significant as it is believed to be a place where the thirty-three crore gods are worshipped.

Beliefs:

• It is believed that taking a dip in the Pancha Theertha Kulam (holy pond) of the temple and worshiping Kadambavana Natha on the third day of the festival can cure incurable diseases.
• Devotees also believe that this worship can remove marriage obstacles and bring blessings for marital harmony.

Special Features:

• Temple Entrance: Upon entering the temple, you will find Kodimaravinayak and Nandi in a stone Mandapam. Notably, there is no flagpole at the entrance.
• Mottai Gopura Gate: Passing through this gate, one enters a 16-foot-long stone hall that leads to the shrine of Lord Kadambanathar, which is surrounded by a circular hall.
• The Kadambanathar sanctum houses a lingam at the entrance, with a small Nandi in front. Nearby, Vinayaka and Murugan are also enshrined.
• The Utsavar Sanctum is currently empty.
• Mother Bala Gujambal is depicted in the southern direction.

In the prakaram (outer courtyard):

• Siddhivinayakar’s shrine is situated directly in front of Lord Kadambanathar.
• A shrine dedicated to Lord Muruga with his consorts Valli and Deivanai can also be found.
• To the outside of the temple, there is a shrine for Kadambashidarshmi (the goddess of Kadambavan) and a shrine for the Navagrahas (Nine Planets).
• Bhairava and Lord Saturn (Shani Bhagavan) are enshrined in the northeast corner.
• In the southwest part of the temple, a separate shrine has been built, housing a lingamurthi facing east, along with Ambika and a small statue of Lord Ganesha.

Festivals:

• The temple is famous for its annual festival, where worshipers visit to perform rituals and seek blessings for health and prosperity. The full moon day and Panguni Uttra are significant, drawing large numbers of devotees to the temple.

Century/Period

1000 Years Old

Nearest Bus Station

Pappakoil

Nearest Railway Station

Nagapattinam

Nearest Airport

Trichy

Location on Map

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