The Tamil Nadu government has declared the early Pandya-era rock-cut cave temple at Paraikulam as a protected monument. It is located in Tiruchuzhi taluk in Virudhunagar district. The government would fence the area and the declaration would also prevent mining of rocks in a 300-metre radius of the monument. The temple at Paraikulam was an […]

The traditional story concerning the origins of the Jagannath temple is that the original image of Jagannath, a form of Vishnu, at the end of the Dvapara Yuga, was manifested near a banyan tree, near the shore in the form of an Indranila Mani, or the Blue Jewel. It was so dazzling that it could grant an instant moksha, so the deity, Dharma or Yama, […]

Shakti Peeth is the most famous and significant pilgrimage amongst the devotees according to their religious beliefs. It has also been mentioned in Hinglaj Purana as well as Vamana and many Puranas. Now here is an interesting fact. We all know that Pakistan was a part of India before independence. Hence, Hinglaj is one of the […]

Anaya Nayanar, also known as Anaya and Anayar, is a Nayanar saint, venerated in the  Shaivite sect. Anaya is considered to be the 14th of the 63 Nayanars. His playing of the Panchakshara (five-syllable mantra) on his flute so pleased the god, Shiva, that he took Anaya away to the eternal world.  Aanaayar used to tend cows. He used to take the cows for grazing […]

Arivattaya Nayanar or Thayanar was the 12th Nayanar, a group of 63 Shaivite saints, venerated as great devotees of the god Shiva. Nayanars lived before or during the lifetime of Sundaramurthy Nayanar.   Arivattaya Nayanar was born as Thayanar on a Thiruvadhirai (Adra) star day in the Tamil month Thai in a wealthy Vellalar family in Kannanthangudi, a village located in Thanjavur district. Thayanar was a staunch devotee of Shiva […]

Kalangi Nathar and Bogar shared a deeply revered master-disciple bond, marked by mutual care and dedication to each other’s spiritual growth. Kalangi Nathar, in particular, invested significant effort in nurturing Bogar’s spiritual journey, guiding him towards enlightenment and supporting his innovative contributions to the world. According to Bogar’s writings, he esteemed Kalangi Nathar highly, even […]

Amaraneedi Nayanar, a Vaisya from Pazhaiyaarai in the Chola Kingdom, was a devout follower of Lord Siva. Despite his worldly engagements as a trader in gold, diamonds, silks, and cotton goods, his heart was always dedicated to Lord Siva. He generously supported Siva devotees, offering them hospitality and gifts. Driven by his deep devotion, Amaraneedi […]

Idaikkadar Siddhar, also known as Idaikattur Siddhar, was a prominent figure in Tamil Siddha Science, which dates back at least five thousand years. Despite its ancient origins, the teachings of the Siddhars remain relevant in today’s world. Alongside Siddha medicine and yoga, astrology plays a significant role in their practices. Idaikkadar Siddhar’s contributions to astrology […]

The Pottramarai Kulam, also known as the Golden Lotus Pond, holds great significance in Hindu mythology and history. It is believed that the pond was created by Lord Sivaperuman using his `Soolam’ (three-pronged spear) in response to the pleas of Nandhi Devar and other deities. The pond earned its name because it was here that […]