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.