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Arulmigu Abathsagayeswarar Temple

Alangudi, Tiruvarur, Tamil Nadu

Arulmigu Abathsagayeswarar Temple

🛕About Temple

Arulmigu Abathsagayeswarar Temple is a Shiva temple at Alangudi in Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. The presiding deity is Lord Shiva worshipped as Abathsahayeswarar. The temple is a Paadal Petra Sthalam and is especially revered as the Guru Sthalam among the Navagraha temples.

ℹ️Temple Information

🛕 Presiding Deity
Abathsahayeswarar
👸 Goddess
Elavarkuzhali Amman
⭐ Temple Classification
Shiva Temple | Paadal Petra Sthalam | Navagraha Temple
📍 District
Tiruvarur
🙏 Sampradaya
Shaivism

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⭐Temple Significance

The temple is significant as a Paadal Petra Sthalam and as the Guru Sthalam of the Navagraha temple tradition. Devotees visit the temple for worship of Lord Shiva as Abathsahayeswarar and for Guru-related worship connected with Dakshinamurthy.

📜History

The temple is identified as a Paadal Petra Sthalam, meaning it is one of the Shiva temples praised in the Tevaram hymns. The ancient sthala name associated with the temple is Tiruirumpoolai. Verified details on the original builder, exact construction period, and founding patron are not provided here.

🕉️Mythology

According to the temple's Sthala Purana tradition, Lord Shiva is worshipped here as Abathsahayeswarar, the protector who saves devotees from danger. The name Alangudi is traditionally connected with the poison episode in Shiva mythology, where Shiva consumed the deadly poison to protect the world. The temple is also traditionally associated with Guru worship, with Dakshinamurthy revered here in connection with Guru or Brihaspati.

🏛Architecture

The temple complex includes the shrine of Lord Abathsahayeswarar, the shrine of Goddess Elavarkuzhali Amman, and a significant shrine associated with Dakshinamurthy or Guru worship. Further verified architectural details are not included here.

🌳 Sacred Features

🌳 Temple Tree
Poolai
The temple is associated with the ancient sthala name Tiruirumpoolai.
💧 Temple Tank
Amrita Pushkarini
Amrita Pushkarini is the temple theertham associated with the shrine.

✨ Temple Highlights

✨ Paadal Petra Sthalam
The temple is one of the Shiva temples praised in the Tevaram hymns.
✨ Guru Sthalam
It is revered as the Guru Sthalam in the Navagraha temple tradition.
✨ Abathsahayeswarar Shrine
Lord Shiva is worshipped here as Abathsahayeswarar, a name associated with protection from danger.

🙏 Spiritual Benefits

Traditional worship at the temple is associated with Guru or Jupiter-related prayers.
Devotees traditionally pray here for wisdom, learning, guidance, and relief from Guru-related astrological afflictions.

🎉 Major Festivals

🎉 Guru Peyarchi
Guru Peyarchi is an important occasion at this Guru Sthalam, drawing devotees for Guru-related worship.

🪔 Special Poojas

🪔 Guru worship
Devotees perform Guru-related worship at the temple, especially in connection with Dakshinamurthy and the temple's Guru Sthalam significance.

🚗 How to Reach

🛣️ By Road
Alangudi is accessible by road in Tiruvarur district, with road connections from nearby towns including Kumbakonam and Needamangalam.
🚆 By Rail
Needamangalam Railway Station is a nearby railhead for reaching Alangudi by onward road transport.
✈️ By Air
Tiruchirappalli International Airport is a commonly used airport for reaching this region by onward road travel.

💡 Visitor Tips

Guru Peyarchi attracts large numbers of devotees for Guru worship.
Arulmigu Abathsagayeswarar Temple

Visit Information

🕒 Temple Timings
6:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🍃 Best Time to Visit
Guru Peyarchi is an important occasion for devotees visiting this temple for Guru worship.

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