Tiruthangal – The Divine Abode of Ninra Narayanan and Ranganathar
Divya Desam 100 of 108 | Region: Pandiyanadu
Located just 3 kilometers from Sivakasi on the Virudhunagar–Tenkasi road, Tiruthangal is a unique and revered Divya Desam, known for its cluster of three sacred temples nestled around a small hillock. This kshetram is celebrated for its connection to Lord Ranganathar’s journey and divine legends involving the celestial consorts of Lord Vishnu.
Divine Highlights
- Hill Temple Moolavar: Ninra Narayanan (standing posture)
- Cave Temple Moolavar: Rangnathar, also called Pallikonda Perumal (reclining posture)
- Base Temple Moolavar: Tirukkolaperumal
- Thayar: Senkamala Thayar (present in both hill and cave temples)
- Theertham: Papavinasa Theertham
- Vimanam: Devachandra Vimanam
- Unique depiction: Garudaazhwar holding Amruta Kalasa and serpent
Sacred Legends
According to the sacred lore, Lord Ranganathar, on His divine journey from Srirangam to Srivilliputtur, stayed at Tiruthangal, giving the place its name and spiritual prominence.
Another legend speaks of a divine dispute among Sri Devi, Bhoo Devi, and Nila Devi over who was supreme. In this conflict, Sri Devi left Vaikuntha and settled at Tiruthangal as Arunakamala Mahadevi. Her deep meditation attracted the other consorts, Bhoo Devi and Neela Devi, who joined Her here. This makes Tiruthangal a special place of unity among the divine goddesses.
Azhwar Mangalaasaasanam
- Tirumangai Azhwar: Pasurams 1399, 2068, 2673 (71), 2674 (120)
- Bhootathaazhwar: Pasuram 2251
(All pasuram numbers as found in the Naalaayira Divya Prabandham)
Festivals and Celebrations
The grand Brahmotsavam festival is celebrated during the Tamil month of Vaikasi. During this time, Perumal is taken in a magnificent procession all the way to Srivilliputhur on the auspicious day of Tiru Aadi Pooram, symbolizing divine connection and celebration.
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