Sri Parameswari Ambal Sameda Parama Sundharar Temple

Invitation to Devotees

Dear Devotees,

In the universe, innumerable creations live and take shelter under the power of Almighty. But, very few of them have a divine sense of praying and worshiping the Lord - whatever may be its present birth or form of existence.Such wonders do happen very near and before our very eyes - as it is happening at Thirupuththagai, nowadays called Vazhkkai Puthakallur, a tiny village near Nannilam in Thiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu.On every pradhosham day (thirteenth day of Lunar cycle), a Snake reaches the Sri (Moola) Linga of Vazhkkai Puthakallur Siva temple (presently in a dilapidated state) and coils around on the top of the Lingam and remains for some time (or whole day on some occasions) and leaves the place after removing its old skin there.

Due to the effort of Villagers and well wishers, Balalayam was celebrated on Sunday, the 13th December, 2009. On 12th December, 2009, Saturday midnight, the Devine Serpent was sighted by the Gurukkal and devotees who were around there. That was an Ekadasi Day...In spite of a small crowd of humans around watching curiously, the Snake continued to hug the Linga, Sri Parama Sundharar, the whole day...When Villagers tried to take a photograph by engaging a Professional Photographer, the snaps taken did not capture the image of the snake!Devotees realised that there is some thing more than the event that is taking place and the Lord is asserting His presence in the spot where the Linga stands!
It remained whole of the day and left as usual. This time it was Ekadasi day and Pradhosham day. This may be due the overlapping this in human calendar, but the correct cycle of the moon - waxing and waning - is too intuitive to perceive and the Divine Snake has seemly followed this cycle.This place is Thiruputhagai temple, as mentioned in the inscriptions found scattered /damaged in the walls of the remnant of the temple structure. The Dakshinamurthy
Idol has an inscribed name as "Parama Sundharar". It is seen from the inscriptions so far available and studied that Paranthaka Chola-I, made many Nivandhams for maintenance of the temple. The Chola King had also taken up extensive "thiruppani" for the Temple. The period identified is around 917 A.D.

The Temple is located in the midst of paddy field and no proper road or way to approach. The Temple is on the bank of a small tank. People believe that the Deity is so powerful and fulfil the wishes of the devotees. If the people go with belief and lit the lamp for 4 weeks definitely their wishes will get fulfilled.There seems to be innumerable possibilities to think that this must have been a thriving town in the Ninth Century. This temple is also mentioned as one of the Ten sthalas of Siva on the banks of Kaveri known as Paththavathu Paambur meaning that the temple is one among the Ten temples like Thirupampuram, Thiru Paambani etc.
Efforts are on to reconstruct, the very few remains into a properly designed temple structure and to install Swami Parama Sundharar and Parameswari with Sri Dakshinamurthy found in the precincts.We earnestly request all the fellow Devotees to contribute liberally towards this holy mission and receive the blessing of Sri Parameswari Ambal Sameda Parama Sundharar. The cheques may be drawn in favour of “Sri Parama Sundharar Kaingarya Sabha”

Balalayam Pictures are attached separately

For more Details please contact
V C Subramanian
Mob: 9940053289Phone: 044 28152533

Sri Ganeshaya Nama:
Sri Swarnambika Samedha Sri Swarnapureeswara Swamy Temple
Eyaiyalur, Kattumannar Kovil Taluk,
Cuddalore Dist., Tamil Nadu

Invitation to Devotees

Dear Devotees,

Lord Siva, in His benevolent and most merciful form has revealed Himself in many temples on the banks of sacred river Kaveri in Tamil Nadu.

Eyaiyalur is one of such sacred places, where Lord Sri Swarapureeswara blessed Sri Rama.

It is said that in Thretha Yuga, Lord Sri Rama along with Sri Lakshmana, was wandering in the dense forests of Vindyas and was proceeding Southwards. They reached the banks of Uthara Kaveri (Kaveri flowing Northwards) at Kollidam. Kaveri was all in floods and ferocious.

Having got marooned, the Devine brothers found a serene place, where an unusual and rare TREE was beckoning Sri Rama, near. There, Sri Rama, along with Sri Lakshmana chanced upon a Sivalinga, shining in Golden splendor and surrounded by fresh fragrant flowers.
Prompted by the Devine presence, Sri Rama worshipped the Swarnapureeswara and invoked blessings in his Endeavour to find Sita.

Completely energized, Sri Rama shot an arrow, causing the floods to subside, which gave way to them. This episode is captured in the name of the Village, “Eyitha Oor” or “Eyaiyalur”.

Now, the Lord is in solitude – without proper worship and remains under the SAME TREE as revealed to Sri Rama.

Recently, with the great efforts of Villagers, Balaalayam was conducted on Sunday, the 13th December, 2009(27th Day of Tamil month Karthigai).

We invite all the Devotees to participate in the great task of renovating the temple structure for Sri Swarnambika Samedha Swarnapureeswarar at Eyaiyalur, by providing generous contributions. Cheques can be drawn in favour of “Sri Swarnapureeswarar Kaigarya Sabha” or “Sri Mahalakshmi Charitable Trust”

We pray Lord Sri Swarnapureeswara, to bless all the devotees and their family members to be a part of this Holy task.

For more details Please Contact
Mahalakshmi Subramanian
Phone: 28152533, Mob: 9840053289, 9940053289

Arulmigu Sundaravdhana Perumal Temple
Vazhur Agaram, Vandavasi Taluk, Thiruvannamalai Dt.
[Sri Seshadri Swamigal Birth Place]

Sridevi, Boomadevi Sameda Sundaravadana Perumal Temple is located in Vazhur, the birth place of Sri Seshadri Swamigal. The stone Temple which is more than 2000 years old is in a very dilapidated condition. The Temple is situated on the road from Kanchipuram to Vandavasi, near Thiruvannamalai] but the deity is very beautiful and powerful. Even today the Lord appears in the dreams of villagers and cures all their diseases.

There is on small sannidhi for Anjaneya were Seshadri swamigal was born to Varadarajan and Maragathambal. Kamakoti sasthrigal adopted father of Maragathambal lived here for several years and did penance. Kamakoti sasthrigal and parents of Seshadri Swamigal prayed Kamarasavalli sameda Bramhapuriswara and Sundaravadana Perumal for a child. After a lot of penance, charity the Ambal appeared in Kamakoti Sasthrigal dream and asked him to give butter to the couple which will help them have a “Gnanakuzhanthai” and soon Sri Seshadri was born. In remembrance of the Lord they named him Seshadri and he became an ardent devotee of Sundaravadana Perumal, often taking bath in the Temple tank. He would often meditate in his young age and Lord Krishna would appear in invisible form to play with him. Once Seshadri Swamigal, who went into the tank for a bath did not come out for a long time giving anxious movement for the people around. The temple tank is unique as it never dries up and there is another tank in it. It is said that after Seshadri Swamigal left Vazhur, He often visited the temple to offer prayers.

Sri Seshadri Swamigal and Sri Ramana Maharshi were contemporaries. It was Seshadri Swamigal who brought Ramana Maharshi from Baktha Lingam Samadhi of Arunachala Temple.

With the effort of local people and philanthropists, the balalayam ceremony took place on 22nd August09 .

We need all your cooperation and liberal contribution for this noble cause and to receive the blessings of Sri Seshadri Swamigal by completely renovating the Temple and do Kumbabishekam in the shortest possible time.

Contributions can be made in favour of “Sri Sundaravadana Perumal Kaingarya Sabha” or to “Sri Mahalakshmi Charitable Trust” who coordinate the activities

For more details please contact
Mahalakshmi Subramanian
Flat No.3, “Geetha Govindam”
Thulasi Apartments
11, Kuppusamy Street
T Nagar, Chennai 600017
Phone: 044 28152533, 9840053289, 99400532889

An ardent devotee of Paramacharya — the walls of her T. Nagar apartment are covered with his pictures — Mahalakshmi Subramaniam’s mission is to take up the renovation of temples that are in ruins.

“They are repositories of our culture and heritage. A temple is a place where people congregate and good things begin. And Tamil Nadu is dotted with thousands of them — 32,000 to be precise. Many of them were built centuries ago. To neglect them is akin to abandoning one’s parents,” says Mahalakshmi. Her sincerity and commitment come through in the meticulous way in which she maintains files and albums regarding her projects.

When did the saga begin?

Six years ago, at Kozhikuthi, a village in Mayavaram district, where Mahalakshmi was born. After her father’s demise, the family migrated to finally settle down in Chennai, where Mahalakshmi is a librarian in a leading school. A visit to Kozhikuthi revealed the pathetic state of the temple. Only the magnificent Moolavar — Vanamutti Perumal carved out of a fig tree — was in tact.

“It brought tears to my eyes. ‘But what can I do,’ I wondered. ‘You set the ball rolling and help will come,’ said my mother. And so it happened. Media support was great and contributions poured in. Samprokshanam took place in July 2007.”

Battling odds

The turning point was Kuttalam Sozhiswarar temple. In ruins, several attempts to renovate the temple had failed. Working against odds, Mahalakshmi garnered support and the Kumbabhishekam took place. At present, she has a list of over 40 temples, some under renovation, many where work is almost over and others yet to be taken up. Spruced up surroundings and at least one puja a day is her ambition.

It is an onerous task. “But I rely on the local residents, especially in the hamlets. It is their place of worship and the initiative should come from them. Once motivated, they get committed and things fall in place. They take over after consecration,” asserts Mahalakshmi. Internet helps reaching NRIs. She acknowledges the support of the Government machinery in the districts.

“Things are so much easy without the red tape; the authorities, including District Collectors, are kind,” she elaborates. Social work has become a part of Mahalakshmi’s routine. President of Lioness Club, she backs up health camps and channels aids for schools and students.

“My husband and children have been pillars of strength,” she observes. Settled abroad, both son and daughter pump in resources for renovation, the gosala (cow shelter at Vanathirajapuram, Mayiladuturai) she supports and social activities. “My needs are few and most of my income is set aside for these projects.” Mahalakshmi’s plan for the future includes members of the third gender, who have approached her for rehabilitation. “‘It is not our fault and we have to survive,’ they say. Surely something can be done to help them,” she says. “My family (maternal) has been associated with the Kanchi Math for generations. One of my ancestors was Paramacharya’s teacher. My mother took me along whenever she went to pay her respects to him. Thus the seeds of devotion were sown very early.” Mahalakshmi’s eyes fill as she recalls the past. She continues after a pause. “When Periyava started the Kanchi Mudur Trust to help temple priests whose income was poor, he roped me in to visit people and solicit contribution. I knocked at every door with his message. The response was overwhelming and I felt a sense of fulfillment — having done a good deed.”

Again she was a coordinator for the Trust that the Math started to act as a bridge between students going abroad for higher education and their parents.

“I do face challenges and it is Periyava who guides me in times of adversities,” she affirms.

“This is no individual effort. Hundreds of devotees, friends and well-wishers are behind me. The tiny move made years ago has gathered momentum. It should become a movement,” she concludes with fervor.

Mahalakshmi Subramaniam can be reached at 044-28152533/98400 53289/94449 90565.