Madhava Perumal Temple, Mylapore, Chennai
Madhava Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to
Lord Vishnu located at Mylapore in Chennai City in
Tamilnadu. Presiding Deity is called as Madhava Perumal and his consort Lakshmi as Amirthavalli. The temple is believed to be the
birthplace of Peyazhwar, one of
the first three of the twelve Azhwar saints of the 6th-9th century AD. This Temple is one
of the most prominent among the Non Divya Desam Temples. The temple has a rich history attached to it
is said to be at least 800 years old, though there are views that this temple
may have existed around the time of the Azhvars or just after. The temple
is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of
the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Legends
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History
The
temple of Madhava Perumal is said to be very ancient, though its history is
traced back to only 800 years from now, according to available records. The
temple faces east with a five-tier Rajagopuram at its entrance, which was
renovated and consecrated 40 years ago. Two more Samprokshanams were performed
in the last 40 years, once in 1977 and again in 1992. Another indication that
this temple is really several centuries old is the four pillar mandapam in
front of the temple, typical of some of the Pallava construction of that time.
It can
be seen that the most traditional and historical of temples, dedicated to Lord
Vishnu, have the four-pillared structure in front of the temple and such
temples are said to be at least about 500-600 years old. The temple which was
supposedly in a dilapidated condition in the early part of last century is said
to have been revived to its old glory by the Chettiars, about 50-60 years ago,
who installed the Utsava deities that one sees today.
The
Temple
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Temple
Opening Time
The Temple
remains open from 7.00 AM. to 11.30 AM and 4.30 PM to 9 PM daily. During
Margazhi Month, Temple remains open from 5.00 AM. to 11.00 AM and 4.30 PM to 8.30
PM.
Pooja
Timings
·
Kaala Shanthi Pooja (8.00
A.M. to 8.30 A.M.)
·
Sayaratchai (6.00 P.M. to
6.30 P.M)
Worship
Practices & Festivals
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Singers
Andal
makes passing reference to Madhava Perumal in her Tiruppavai as follows;
“Maamaan Magaley Manikathavum Thaazhthiravaai
Maamaayan Madhavan, Vaikuntan Enrenru
Naamam Palavum Navinrelorembaavaai”
Maamaayan Madhavan, Vaikuntan Enrenru
Naamam Palavum Navinrelorembaavaai”
Another
reference is in the last verse: Vanga kadal Kadaintha Madhavanai Kesavanai
Prayers
Those
who suffer hurdles in getting married worship Mother by offering a mixture of
milk, sugar-candy and saffron. Such an offering would bless them
with offspring’s is the belief.
Contact
Madhava
Perumal Temple
Mylapore,
Chennai – 600 004
Phone: +91 44 24985112 / 2466 2039
Mobile: +91 94440 18239 / 90421 76949
Connectivity
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