Friday, September 6, 2019

Vedagiriswarar Temple, Thirukalukundram – Theerthams

Vedagiriswarar Temple, Thirukalukundram – Theerthams
There are 12 Theerthams associated with this temple. They are;
1.          Indra Theertham
2.          Sambu Theertham
3.          Rudra Theertham
4.          Vashishta Theertham
5.          Meygyana Theertham
6.          Agasthiya Theertham
7.          Markandeya Theertham or Sangu Theertham
8.          Koushika Theertham
9.          Nandi Theertham
10.      Varuna Theertham
11.      Agalikai Theertham
12.      Pakshi Theertham
Sangu Theertham:
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Rudra Theertham:
There is also a small temple named Rudrakoteeswarar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and a visit to this temple is said to be equivalent to performing penance with 1000 Rudrakshas. Of the 12 Theerthams, which surrounds the temple, Rudra Theertham can be found here.

Nandi Theertham:
The Nandi once undertook penance on the Earth. Pleased, Siva appeared before him and told him to ask for a boon. The Nandi desired that the place and the tank be named after him and asked that those taking a dip in the tank and worshipping Vedagiriswarar be absolved of their sins. His prayer was granted and hence the place is also known as Nandipuram and the tank, Nandi Theertham.