Kalyana Varadharaja Perumal Temple (Kothanda Ramar
Temple), Paruthiyur – The Temple
This is
one of five popular Rama temples in this region, the others being Thillai
Vilagam, Vaduvur, Mudikondan and Adambar. The temple is looking to build a Raja
gopuram and a Vasantha Mandapa in front of the Thaayar Sannidhi in addition to
reconstructing the outer walls.
Adhi Varadaraja Perumal Shrine:
The main
idol Adhi Varadharaja Perumal in the Paruthiyur Temple is bestowing his grace
with 'Prayoga-Chakra". This chakra is believed to have been sent to
protect King Ambarisha, a Vishnu devotee, from the curse of Durvasa, the famous
sage. In Duruvasa's rage, he created a demon to kill Ambarisha, out of a strand
of his hair. King Ambarisha prayed to his favorite God Vishnu. Lord Narayana’s
Sudarshana intervened and destroyed the demon and protected King Ambarisha.
Sudarshana Chakra:
Hindu
mythology is full of references regarding the relationship and synergy between
the Chakram and Lord Vishnu. Sudarshana Chakra or the divine disc of Maha
Vishnu is one of the Lord’s prominent weapons in annihilating evil forces.
Usually Vishnu’s Sudarshana Chakra in most temples is held on the side but in
the Paruthiyur Temple it is in a rare Prayoga state ~ as if it is in use. It is
believed that it is this Chakra that was used by the Lord against Durvasa.
Hence there are also no houses built on the south side of the street across the
Temple. The benefits of Prayers and Homas to Sudarshana are innumerable. It is
stated in the Ahirbudhnya Samhita that when the devotees are suffering from the
afflictions caused by incurable diseases, sorcery, or enemies, Lord Sudarshana
dispels his fierce form and comes to their protection.
Kalyana Varadaraja Perumal Shrine:
Since
the Lord Adhi Varadharaja Perumal was very powerful with the Chakra weapon and
was very fierce another Vishnu, Kalyana Varadarajar was also erected in the
same Sannadhi. This Perumal blesses bestows well-being to bhaktas. These
Panchaloka Utsava idols of this Temple are very ancient 10th century
Chola bronze.
Mahalakshmi Thayar Shrine:
Mahalakshmi
Thayar the consort of Kalyana Varadharaja Perumal, is an exact replica of
Triplicane Parthasarathy Temple Vedavalli Thayar. Worshipping this Paruthiyur
Mahalakshmi is said to be to obtain health, wealth and prosperity. Mahalakshmi
Thaayar is very special to bhaktas seeking boons instantly. An aura of divine
happiness, mental and spiritual satisfaction, and prosperity always exists
around her.
Paruthiyur Ramar Shrine:
Though
the presiding deity is Sri Varadharaja Perumal, the temple is more popular for
the Ramar shrine. Anjaneya and Sita Pirati are on the right side of Kodandarama
and Lakshmana to the left and the divine couples bestow their grace in Kalyana Kolam.
Rama is seen in a grand standing posture wielding the bow with his
left hand while his right is holding a long arrow. The idol of Lord Rama here
at this temple is a symbol of divine purity. Lakshmana is seen sporting a
beautiful smile.
It is
believed that performing Pujas to Paruthiyur Ramar would eliminate Graha
doshas, family feuds will vanish and bring unity and ensure lot of happiness
and joy within the family. The Anjaneya facing the East, wards off the troubles
caused by bad influences of the planets and Bhaktas get purification of heart
(Chitta-siddhi) and confers all prosperity-Ashta Aishwarya. It is believed
that the entire set of idols were found and installed by Paruthiyur
Ramayana Sastri, who also built the temple.
Theerthams:
·
Kodandarama Theertham
(Mela Kulam)
·
Kudamurutti – Tributary of
Cauvery
