Tirumanikoodam
Divya Desam 37 of 108 | Region: Chozhanadu
Located near Tirunangur, about 8 kilometers from Sirkazhi, Tirumanikoodam is one of the 11 revered Divya Desams sung by Tirumangai Azhwar. This sacred site holds immense spiritual importance within the Vaishnavite tradition and the Chozhanadu region.
Divine Highlights
- Moolavar (Presiding Deity): Varadaraja Perumal, also known as Manikooda Nayakan in a majestic standing posture
- Thayar (Goddess): Tirumaamagal Nachiyar (Sri Devi) along with Bhoodevi, both enshrined within the same sanctum
- Theertham: Chandrapushkarini
- Vimanam: Kanaga Vimanam
Sacred Legends
Tirumanikoodam is renowned for its connection to divine manifestations of Lord Vishnu as Varadaraja Perumal. The temple’s legend highlights the cosmic balance symbolized by the union of Sri Devi and Bhoodevi worshipped here. The sacred Theertham, Chandrapushkarini, is believed to be sanctified by the moon’s blessings.
Azhwar Mangalaasaasanam
Tirumangai Azhwar extols the glory of this temple in the Naalaayira Divya Prabandham with pasurams numbered 1288-1297. The annual Mangalaasaasana Utsavam held during the Tamil month of Thai is celebrated with grandeur, attracting pilgrims from far and wide.
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