Friday, October 7, 2016

Agnipureeswarar Temple, Thirupugalur – Prayers

Agnipureeswarar Temple, Thirupugalur – Prayers

Vastu Parihara Sthalam:

This temple is considered as Vastu Parihara Sthalam. Before beginning the construction, people used bring to bring three bricks to this temple. They perform archanas, take the bricks back and install them on the Eesanya (North East), Agni (South East) and the proposed pooja room (North east, east or north are the preferred corners) so that the construction proceeds smoothly.

Relief from sins committed in the past, present and future:

The chakra of one’s life is dependent on the karmas from the previous life, the karmas of the forefathers and the one’s own karma in the current life. To bring about a positive change in one’s life there are idols inside the temple for each of these karmas – Kadantha Kaala Nathar, Nigazh Kaala Nathar and Varunkaala Nathar. Offering sincere prayers to each of these Lingas will provide relief from the sins committed in the past, present and future.

Safe Delivery:

Pregnant women worship Ambika for safe delivery. As per Sthala Purana, Ambika herself as a midwife took care of a woman in labour pain and ensured safety to both mother and child. Prasad oil is offered in the temple for the purpose. 

Wedding Boon:

Devotees offer Kalyana Malai (wedding garland and) vastras to Lord and Ambika for the wedding boon. They also perform abishek with milk, cosmetic powders, turmeric, sacred ash, oil, milk etc. and dress Ambika with sandal paste.

Parihara Sthalam for Dhanur Rasi:

Out of the 12 Rasis, three Rasis are related to Agni. This temple relates to the Jwala Agni (Dhanur Rasi). Hence, this temple is considered to be a Parihara Sthalam for issues relating to Dhanur Rasi.

Parihara Sthalam for Sadayam & Aayilya Starrers:

Those born under the influence of Sadayam & Aayilya Nakshatra (Star), should visit this temple and offer worship to Lord Shiva.

Prayers to Agnipureeswarar:

Devotees worship Lord Agnipureeswarar for mental peace, child boon, job opportunity, progress in trade, promotions and welfare.

Offerings:

Devotees distribute the nivedhana to other devotees and contribute for temple renovation fund.