Bhakthavatchala Perumal Temple, Thirukkannamangai

Bhakthavatchala Perumal Temple, Thirukkannamangai. Dedicated to Sri Pakthavachala perumal. Located in Thirukkannamangai.

Primary Deity

Sri Pakthavachala perumal

Address

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History

HR&CE temple history presents the Mahalakshmi tapas and marriage to Bhaktavatsala account as temple tradition; it says the temple is also called Lakshmi Vanam. The same page recounts the tradition that Chandra bathed in the temple pushkarani to be freed from a curse and that sages in bee form view the divine wedding form daily.

Unique Rituals

• Temple tradition described by HR&CE says sages in bee form witness the divine wedding form daily.

Associated Legends

• The directory says Lakshmi worshipped Vishnu here, hence the traditional name Lakshmi Vanam; it records a belief that sages worship in bee form at a hive near the Thayar sanctum.

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