Azhagiya Singa Perumal Temple (Tiruvelukkai),
Kanchipuram – Literary Mention
The
temple is revered in Nalayira Divya Prabandham, the 7th–9th century Vaishnava canon, by Peyalvar, Bhoothathazhwar, Thirumazhisai Aazhwar and Thirumangai
Alvar. The Azhwars have sung
praise on the different forms of Pandava Thoothar. The temple is classified as
a Divyadesam, one of the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in
the book. Many Acharyas have also written songs on the various forms of
God in this Temple.
Saint
Peyazhwar in his hymns praises this shrine equal to that of Lord Uppiliappan
and temples of Kumbakonam and Tirupathi. Vaishnava Acharya Sri Mahadesikan had
praised Perumal in his celebrated Kamasikashtakam (Kamaasi – Kama + Aasika –
standing on his own wish). It is believed that chanting this Sloka daily
will bring in tallest benefits of the blessings of Lord Narasimha. The shrine
is also known as Kamashika Narasimha Sannadhi.
Mangalasasanam:
·
Pey
Azhvaar – Munram Tiruvandadi (2307, 2315, 2343)
·
Thirumangai
Azhvaar – Periya Thirumadal (2674)
·
Total: 4 Pasurams