Tirupparkadal (Ksheerasamudram) – The Celestial Divine Ocean
Divya Desam 107 of 108 | Region: Vaikuntam
Tirupparkadal, also known as Ksheerasamudram, is a celestial Divya Desam situated in the divine realm itself, beyond earthly geography. This sacred abode is famously known as the cosmic ocean of milk, where Lord Vishnu reclines on the serpent Adisesha, embodying eternal peace and cosmic balance.
Divine Highlights
- Moolavar: Ksheerabdinathan, Lord Vishnu reclining on Adisesha
- Thayar: Kadalmagal Nachiyar
- Theertham: Tiruparkadal (The divine milky ocean itself)
- Vimanam: Ashtanga Vimanam
Sacred Legends
Tirupparkadal represents the mythological cosmic ocean (Ksheerasamudram) where Lord Vishnu rests on Adisesha, supporting the universe. This Divya Desam is considered not just a temple on earth but a sacred spiritual realm revered in Vaishnavism. It symbolizes the cosmic rest and nurturing aspect of the Supreme Lord, who sustains creation and protects all beings.
Azhwar Mangalaasaasanam
Tirupparkadal is extensively praised in the Naalaayira Divya Prabandham by many Azhwars, signifying its supreme importance:
- Periyaazhwar: 250, 427, 439, 452, 471
- Andaal: 475, 516, 551
- Kulasekhara Azhwar: 665, 680
- Tirumazhisaiazhwar: 768, 769, 774, 779, 780, 832, 843, 846, 861, 2384, 2417, 2456, 2460
- Tondaradipodiazhwar: 889
- Tirumangai Azhwar: 1003, 1006, 1019, 1341, 1347, 1398, 1618, 1744, 1828, 2060, 2066
- Poygaiazhwar: 2106
- Bhoothathazhwar: 2184, 2209
- Peyaazhwar: 2292, 2312, 2313, 2342
- Nammaazhwar: 2835, 2844, 2963, 3454, 3465, 3740
These pasurams celebrate the divine oceanic form of the Lord and His eternal cosmic play.
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