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Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Annamalaiyar Temple - Vayu Lingam

Annamalaiyar Temple - Vayu Lingam
Vayu lingam in Thiruvannamalai is the sixth of the eight Lingams (Ashta Lingams) which one encounters during Girivalam in Thiruvannamalai. Vayu Lingam has the north-west direction as its direction. It is situated on the Girivalam pathway, about one kilometer after the village of Adi Annamalai.


Vayu is the Hindu god of wind and he is often associated with Indra. His vehicle is the deer. Kedhu (Kethu) is the dominant Navagraha of this Lingam. As Vayu is the God of wind, He provides creatures with vital life-giving breath thus sustaining the entire Universe.

The whole world is made up of Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Sky. No living creature can survive without Air. While reaching this temple we feel the pleasantness of spring and get peace of mind. Worshipping here is of confers boon on ladies and children.

It is reported that at any time of the day, and in every season, when one enters this shrine one is always greeted by a gust of wind.

Relief from heart diseases, stomach problems, lung problems and general illness are conferred to the devotees on worshipping this Lingam.

Creation
Vayu Bhagawan who is the God of wind had created this lingam and had worshipped Lord Shiva here. As per Hindu Mythology, Vayu provides the breath of life to all people.

Navagraha
Vayu Lingam’s dominant Navagraha is Kethu which is also known as Ketu. The moon sign of this lingam is Karka or cancer.

Speciality
It is believed that worshiping this lingam provides cure for people with lung ailments, heart problems and breathing problems.

Location
Vayu Lingam is located towards the North West of Arunachala hill. The village of Adi Annamalai and Swami Suddhananda Ashram are located about a km from here. Vayu Lingam is located at about 5.4 km from the Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple.


Geographical Position

Vayu Lingam in Thiruvannamalai is located at 12°15'27.5"N 79°02'50.3"E or 12.257633, 79.047300.