Kalahasteeswara Swamy Temple, Sri Kalahasthi – Prayers
Thousands
of pilgrims visit this temple to have darshan of the almighty Sri
Kalahasteeswara and Sri Gnanaparasunambikai Devi. Sri Kalahasteeswara showers
grace to wipe out the sins and obstacles of devotees. Worshipping Sri
Kalahasteeswara results in dispelling all worldly miseries and attaining
marvelous spiritual happiness. Goddess Gnanaparasunambikai Devi received the
Panchakshara mantra from the Lord himself. The Goddess arrived at the place and
started her penance here.
Of the
nine planets, Kalahasthi importance is attached to Rahu and Ketu (Dragon’s tail
and head respectively) those afflicted with the adverse effects of these
planets and problems related to snakes, pray for relief here. After fulfillment
of the prayers, devotees perform Abhishek to the Lord, offer Vastras (clothes)
and also offer donation for the maintenance of the temple depending on their
affordability.
Shri
Kalahasteeswara Swamy temple is reputed as the Rahu Kethu Kshetra. People who
have Rahu Kethu Doshas and Sarpa Doshas, the unmarried, those with children and
those who are facing various problems for long period, perform the most
effective Rahu – Kethu Sarpa Dosha Nivarana pooja in this temple all, it is
believed that the Doshas get removed and desired results occur. Thousands of
devotees from the country and abroad perform this pooja and fulfill their vows
continuously, after receiving good results.