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Thirumoozhikulam Sri Lakshmana Swamy temple, Kerala

Address

Thirumoozhikulam Sri Lakshmana Swamy temple, Parakadavu, Moozhikulam, Ernakulam, Kerala – 683 579

Deity

Lakshmana Perumal, Amman: Mathura Vani Nachiyar

Introduction

  • Location: Thirumoozhikkalam, Ernakulam District, Kerala; one of the 108 Vaishnava Divya Desams.
  • Deity: Lord Thirumoozhikkalam (Sreesuktinathan), Goddess Maduraveni Nachiyar.
  • Theertham: Kapila Theertham, Purna Nadi.
  • Name Origin: Derived from Tirumolikkalam, linked to Lord Ammunivar’s scripture Sri Sukti, which teaches how to repent and follow the rules of Tirumala.
  • Puranic Significance:
    • Lord Krishna worshipped four idols: Raman, Lakshmanan, Bharathan, and Shatruganan.
    • Idols were submerged and later found by Vakel Kaimal. Consecrated on the banks of Bharatpuzha River.
    • Temples associated with the idols:
      • Thirupparaiyar Ram Temple (Thrissur)
      • Bharathan Temple (Irinjalakuda)
      • Shatrugan Temple (Payamallu)
      • Letsumanaperumal Temple (Thirumoozhikkalam)
    • The temple is blessed with the title Letsumana Perumal.
    • Haritha Maharishi received the scripture Sri Sukti from Lord Perumal, leading to the name Thirumozhikkalam.
  • Beliefs:
    • Thiruvonam Puja is performed for those seeking children. It is recommended to book a year in advance.
    • Offerings of sandalwood are made.
  • Special Features:
    • Located on the banks of the Bharathapuzha River.
    • Once a center of learning and art, where texts like Srisusikti were explored.
    • Ramayana Story: Lakshmanan mistakenly thinks Bharathan is there to fight Rama, but later apologizes to Ithalattu Perumal, and both worshipped together.
    • Moolavar has four hands (conch, wheel, story, lotus flower) and faces east.
    • Separate shrine for Lord Shiva, showcasing Vedic Vaishnava-Shaiva unity.
  • Festivals:
    • Thiruvonam in Chithirai month, with flagging and anointing ceremonies.
    • Ramayana Month (Adi) is celebrated across Kerala, drawing large crowds to the temple.

Century/Period/Age

1000-2000 years old

Managed By

Travancore Devasthanam Board

Nearest Bus Station

Thirumoozhikulam

Nearest Railway Station

Kuttipuram

Nearest Airport

Kochi

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