Thirumayam Sri Sathiyamoorthy Perumal Temple, Pudukottai

Address

Thirumayam Sri Sathiyamoorthy Perumal Temple, Thirumayam – 622 507 Pudukottai District + 91-4322 -221084, 99407 66340

Deity

SathyaMoorthy Amman: Uyavanathayar

Introduction

• Sathyamurthi Perumal Temple is located in Thirumayam, a panchayat town in Tamil Nadu.
• Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture.
• Glorified in the Divya Prabandha, it is one of the 108 Divyadesams dedicated to Vishnu.
• Lord Vishnu is worshipped as Sathyamurthi Perumal, and Goddess Lakshmi as Ujeevana Thayar.
• Believed to have been built during the 9th century by the Pandyas.
• Enclosed by a granite wall, the temple features a five-tiered rajagopuram (gateway tower).
• Located behind a 15th-century fort, the temple includes a tank within its premises.
• Maintained and protected as a monument by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Puranic Significance

• Two demons, Madhu and Kaidapar, tried to abduct Sri Devi and Bhoodevi while Lord Vishnu rested on Adhiseshan (serpent bed).
• Sri Devi hid in the bosom of Vishnu, while Bhoodevi sought refuge under His lotus feet.
• Adhiseshan spat venom to repel the demons but feared acting without Vishnu’s permission.
• Lord Vishnu reassured Adhiseshan that his actions were righteous. As a symbol of this event, Adhiseshan appears with a shrunk head in the temple.

Beliefs

The temple is believed to provide remedies for:

• Childlessness.
• Possession by demons.
• Dementia and mood-related impairments.
• Marriage delays.
• Husband-wife discord.

Special Features

• The temple is large and ancient, with a visually striking appearance.
• The main statue of Sathyamurthi Perumal, standing seven feet tall, is placed on a rock, accompanied by His consorts.
• The adjacent sanctum houses a Mahavishnu sculpture in sleeping position (Ari Thuyil), symbolizing awareness while resting.
• This reclining posture of Mahavishnu is one of the largest examples found in temples.

Festivals

• Vaikasi Full Moon Therottam:
  • A ten-day festival, attracting thousands of devotees.
• Adipuram Festival:
  • Another ten-day celebration, drawing large crowds.
• Special occasions include:
  • Krishna Jayanti.
  • Vaikunda Ekadasi.

Century/Period/Age

1000-2000 years old

Managed By

Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HRCE)

Nearest Bus Station

Thirumayam

Nearest Railway Station

Pudukkottai

Nearest Airport

Trichy

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