Tiruvallikkeni – Parthasarathy Perumal Temple
Divya Desam 60 of 108 | Region: Tondai Nadu
Tiruvallikkeni, located in the city of Chennai, is one of the most revered Divya Desams, famously known for its unique depiction of Lord Krishna as Parthasarathy – the charioteer of Arjuna. This temple holds immense spiritual significance and is a bustling hub of Vaishnavite worship.
Divine Highlights
- Moolavar: Parthasarathy (Venkatakrishnan) in a standing posture
- Thayar: Vedhavalli Thayar
- Theertham: Kairavinisaras (also called Allikkeni)
- Vimanam: Anantha Vimanam
The temple tank is adorned with alli flowers, which gave the name Allikkeni to the sacred tank and subsequently the place itself. This shrine is distinct in that it houses the images of Lord Krishna’s entire family in the main sanctum, including Rukmini, Balarama, Satyaki, Anirudha, and Pradyumna.
Sacred Legend
According to the sthala purana, Tiruvengadamudayan promised the king Sumathirajan that He would give darshan as Parthasarathy. The idol was installed by the sage Atreya Maharshi. The Utsava murthi of Parthasarathy is said to bear scars from the arrows of Bhishma during the Mahabharata war, reflecting the Lord’s role as Arjuna’s charioteer.
Azhwar Mangalaasaasanam
- Tirumangai Azhwar – Pasurams 1068 to 1077
- Peyaazhwar – 2297
- Tirumazhisaiazhwar – 2416
(All references from Naalaayira Divya Prabandham)
Festivals & Worship
The temple celebrates Vaikunta Ekadasi and the Brahmotsavam in the Tamil month of Chittirai with great fervor, drawing large congregations of devotees from all over.
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Immerse yourself in the divine ambiance of Tiruvallikkeni and experience the rich heritage of the Parthasarathy Temple on a spiritual pilgrimage arranged by SouthGuru Holidays.
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