Thirupullani Sri Adijeganatha Perumal Temple, Ramanathapuram

Address

Thirupullani Sri Adijeganatha Perumal Temple, Thirupullani, Ramanathapuram District- – 623 532

Deity

Kalyana Jaganathan Amman: Kalayana Valli

Introduction

• Location: Thirupullani, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu.
• Deity: Lord Vishnu as Adijeganatha Perumal and Goddess Padmasani Thayar.
• Significance: One of the 108 Divya Desams and associated with the Ramayana.
• Proximity: Close to Sethukkarai, where Lord Rama constructed the Sethu Bridge.
• Sacred Elements: Arasamaram (Peepal tree) as the sacred tree and Hema, Chakra, Ratnakara Theerthams as holy water sources.

Puranic Significance

• Sages’ Penance: Sages Pullavar, Kalavar, and Kannavar performed penance amidst Dharba grass; Lord Vishnu appeared as Adijeganatha to bless them.
• Ramayana Connection:
  • Lord Rama meditated on a bed of Dharba grass before constructing the Sethu Bridge.
  • The reclining form of Rama, known as Sayanaraman, is unique to this temple.
  • Depictions include Lord Hanuman, Sun, Moon, and other deities present during this event.
• Putrakameshti Yaga: King Dasharatha performed the yaga here and was blessed with divine nectar, leading to the birth of Lord Rama and his brothers.
• Sethu Theertham: Bathing in this sacred water is believed to remove sins and bestow blessings.

Beliefs

• Child Blessing: Devotees pray for progeny through rituals such as bathing in Sethukkarai and performing Nagaprathishta.
• Planetary Relief: Worshipping at the temple is said to remove planetary doshas (defects).
• Marriage Prayers: Prayers to Utsav Kalyana Jegannath help resolve marriage delays.
• Charitable Acts: Devotees offer donations, perform rituals, and fund temple restoration.

Special Features

• Divya Desam: The 96th of the 108 Divya Desams.
• Unique Forms: Five forms of Mahavishnu—Adijeganatha (seated), Sayanaraman (reclining), Pattabhiramar (standing), Arasamara Perumal, and Pattabhiramar in chariot form.
• Historical Importance: Site of Rama’s bridge construction and penance.
• Sacred Tree: The Arasamaram, believed to have divine origins.

Festivals

• Panguni Brahmotsavam: Celebrated for Adijeganatha Perumal in the Tamil month of Panguni.
• Rama Navami Utsavam: Celebrated in the Tamil month of Chittirai, focusing on Lord Rama.
• Other Events: Chariot processions for both Adijeganatha and Rama during major festivals.

Century/Period/Age

1000-2000 years old

Managed By

Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HRCE)

Nearest Bus Station

Thirupullani

Nearest Railway Station

Ramanathapuram

Nearest Airport

Madurai

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