Ambasamudram Veera Marthandeswarar Temple – Thirunelveli

Address

Ambasamudram Veera Marthandeswarar Temple – Thirunelveli

Ambasamudram,

Thirunelveli District,

Tamil Nadu– 627 401

Mobile: +91 – 99525 01968

Moolavar

Veera Marthandeswarar

Amman

Nithya Kalyani.

Introduction

The Veera Marthandeswarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located in Ambasamudram, Thirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu.

• Presiding Deity: Lord Shiva as Veera Marthandeswarar.
• Utsavar: Somaskandar.
• Mother: Nithya Kalyani.
• Sacred Theertham: Harihara Theertham.
• Proximity:
  • Near the Ambasamudram bus stop.
  • 37 km from Tenkasi.
  • Nearest Railway Station: Ambasamudram.
  • Nearest Airports: Madurai and Thiruvananthapuram.

This ancient temple, believed to be over 1,500 years old, is a cherished spiritual destination with a serene location by the northern bank of the Tambiraparani River.

Puranic Significance

The temple’s origin is linked to King Veeramarthanda, a devoted follower of Lord Shiva.

• Divine Dream: The king desired to construct a temple for Lord Shiva but struggled to find a suitable site. Lord Shiva appeared in his dream, guiding him to this location.
• The temple was constructed, and Lord Shiva was named Veera Marthandeswarar, in honor of the king.

Beliefs and Worship

The temple is known for fulfilling various prayers and removing obstacles.

• Marriage and Family:
  • Devotees pray for removing obstacles in marriage talks.
  • Newlyweds perform abhishekams and offer vastras for a happy married life.
  • Couples facing separation pray for reunion.
• Child Boon: People seek blessings for progeny.
• Debt Relief: Prayers to Lord Bhairava are believed to alleviate financial burdens.

Special Features

1. Temple Layout:
   • Lord Shiva and Mother Nithya Kalyani bless devotees from separate shrines, symbolizing Shiva-Shakti philosophy.
   • The prakara (circumambulatory path) surrounds both shrines, reinforcing their unity.
2. Deities in the Temple:
   • Sun God, Juradevar, the four Saivite saints (Nalvar).
   • Kanni Vinayaka, Balasubramanya (Muruga), Chandikeswara, Saneeswara (Saturn), Navagrahas (nine planets), and Chandra (Moon).

Festivals

1. Karthikai Wedding Festival (November–December):
   • Celebrates the divine wedding of Lord Veera Marthandeswarar and Mother Nithya Kalyani on the Uthiram star day.
2. Margazhi Thiruvadirai (December–January): A celebration dedicated to Lord Shiva.
3. Purattasi Navaratri (September–October): Festivities dedicated to Mother Nithya Kalyani.
4. Kala Bhairava Pujas: Special rituals performed in the Kala Bhairava shrine on the 8th day of the new moon fortnight.

References

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2017/03/veera-marthandeswarar-temple.html

Century/Period

1500 Years Old

Managed By

Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Department (HR&CE)

Nearest Bus Station

Ambasamudram

Nearest Railway Station

Ambasamudram

Nearest Airport

Madurai and Thiruvananthapuram.

Location on Map

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