Panguni Uthiram is the important festival in the temple in the month of March-April. There is a Tamil Verse explaining the beneficial effects of Tiruvadhirai star which is recommended for daily chanting seeking the grace of Lord and Raivadha Maharshi. The Rishi was born by the power of this light on a Tiruvadhirai day. Great Rishis Bhairava and Raivada had worshipped the Lord in this temple. Raivadha means the light emanating from the three eyes of Lord Shiva. The starrers are advised to scrupulously use this day in their own interest. Hence, He is praised as Abhaya Varada Easwarar ? protecting those surrendering to Him.
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This is one of the zones where Lord Shiva walks in during Pradosha days (13th day either from new moon or full moon days) and on Tiruvadhirai star days.ĭuring His stay in this zone, Lord would not let down His devotees. It is believed that devas has been harassed and driven by the demons, Devas surrendered to Lord Shiva in Tiruvadhirai zone. People suffering from incurable diseases, those afraid of death and seeking longevity pray here besides Tiruvadhirai starrers seeking relief from any planetary adversities.
In early days, the place was known as Tiru Adhirai Pattinam (after the name of the star), changed as Adhi Veera Raman Pattinam (after the name of the king) and came to stay now as Athirampattinam. King Adhiveerarama Pandian belonging to Tiruvadhirai was a devotee of Lord Abhaya Varadeeswarar and carried out many renovations in the temple. Special rituals as Mrutyanja Homa and Ayush Homa for longevity are performed by many in this temple after Tirukadayur. The marriage of Tiruvadirai girls stalled by any dosha would be settled to the satisfaction of both sides if prayer is submitted to the Lord in this temple. Next to Tirukadayur for relief from death fear and longevity, this is the second temple devotees pray for the purpose. The temple is adopted in the Thevaram hymns of Sundarar and Gnanasambandar. Mother Sundaranayaki is also called Kadal Partha Nayaki meaning She is facing the sea. The land has the power of Trinetra - three eyes of Lord Shiva gracing in the temple as Abhaya Varadeeswara. It is believed that Siddhas are praying in this temple invisibly.This is the temple for the worship of those afflicted with the adverse aspects of planets Rahu and Ketu dragon's tail and head and those belonging to Tiruvadhirai star.
This temple is praised in the hymns of Saint Tirugnanasambandar.
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