Sri Subramuniya
The cosmic Skanda guides a legion of pure souls to transcend the sacred rainbow embedded in the earthly body. This sacred rainbow denotes the 7 chakra vortexes, where the 'kundalini shakti' (cosmic coiled energy) resides as latent energy. The first step is the primary red which is rooted at the base. The lower abdomen which is established with exuberant orange is the second step. The solar plexus which tingles with luminous yellow is the third step, is a chakra vortex to manifest goals with courage and aspiration. The glittering green heart chakra pumps with unbridled love, empathy and compassion is the fourth step. The alluring blue is the fifth step and is located in the passage of the throat, enabling communication with clarity and confidence. The mystical indigo 'ajna chakra' (third eye) which is the sixth step reigns over intuition and inner wisdom. The culminating seventh step is emblazoned with a violet crown chakra, a cosmic portal to spiritual enlightenment and universal consciousness. Hence, the mystical passageway to the spiritual heavenly realms is unlocked by these transcendental energy vortexes.
According to Hilda Charlton, the rainbow bridge leads to the heavenly 'Krittika' (Pleiades) star cluster where Murugan is anointed as its benevolent spiritual master. To ascend the rainbow bridge, each soul is tasked with numerous earthly lessons. Upon progressing through each lesson, the soul will mature and bloom spiritually, subsequently continuing on its inner voyage. To catalyse this holy ascension, energy centres to cleanse the soul's chakra vortex were established. The cleansing of the 7 primary chakra vortexes will aid in spiritual development. Divine warriors of light inclined to Kaumara worship have sincerely assisted in laying the foundation of these energy centres. The formidable Kajang Sri Subramuniya Swami Temple is a quintessential energy centre as such, and its origin is traced back to the enchanting indication by Murugan's 'vahana' (vehicle), the dazzling peacock.
A native of Kajang, Karrupiah was a staunch Lord Murugan 'bhakta' (devotee) surveying for an ideal location to build a bastion of spirituality for his cherished Lord Murugan. As destiny would have it, Karrupiah while driving about Kajang town stumbled upon a strutting peacock that spread its feathers to parade a majestic plumage. The peacock soon retreated to the surrounding thick shrubs, leaving a bewildered Karrupiah searching the area. This was no coincidence, as peacocks are not indigenous in Malaysia. This was beyond a doubt a divine indication that this sacred location was chosen by Lord Murugan to build the temple, an embodiment of Kaumara worship. Karrupiah immediately gathered his friends with the aim of purchasing this land. His faithful friends, Thambipillay, Thamboo, Saminathan and Letchumanan collaboratively united with him in this noble effort and soon purchased this 3-acre land in the year 1916 to construct a temple for Lord Murugan. Lord Murugan's indication was thus manifested by his divine light workers.
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Kripananda Variyar Swamigal
Satguru Subramuniyaswami
Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Other erstwhile spiritual dignitaries who have bestowed the honour at this temple with their divine presence include Kundrakudi Adigal, Brahmasri Swami Sivananda and Pithukuli Murugadass. Kundrakudi Adigal was a Saivite ascetic renowned for conducting 'yagam' (fire ceremony) in Tamil. He was the distinguished 45th pontiff of the Thiruvannamalai Kundrakudi mutt. He visited this temple in the 1960's, propagating the seeds of Saivite practices and philosophy to the Hindu community in Kajang. Brahmasri Swami Sivananda the founding Guru of Lakshmi Pooja Dhyana Mandram, often visited this temple in Kajang and gave bountiful blessings to many sincere spiritual seekers. He is notable for popularising Mahalaxmi puja in many households, as well as instructing many devotees in various forms of meditation such as 'Siva Thavam' (meditation on Lord Shiva), 'Sooriya Thavam' (meditation on the Sun), 'Navagraha Thavam' (meditation on the 9 celestial bodies, Mirror Meditation and Waterfall Meditation. Pithukuli Murugadass had performed scores of devotional songs for Murugan at this temple, thus nurturing Kaumara devotion in Kajang. Thus the germination of souls practicing the Hindu faith in Kajang was due to the powerful benediction of many saints at this sacred location.
Kasi Visvanathar
Many miracles that have occurred in this marvellous temple, these marvels are attributed to Lord Murugan and his legion of 'deva' (angel) helpers. A young man was struggling with his employment and was facing constant work-related challenges. It was affecting his mental health, and he started feeling very depressed. One day after a hostile work discussion with his superiors, he became exasperated and prayed for spiritual refuge at the tender feet of Lord Murugan. That night, he dreamt of being in a temple compound, and was informed by a group of 'deva' helpers that the Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple in Kajang was immensely auspicious and exceedingly powerful. He could not discern their faces as their angelic face shone brightly. He was instructed to regularly light 'agal vilakku' (clay lamps) at this temple to resolve the hostile situation at his office. After regularly lighting 'agal vilakku' on Tuesday's, 'Shasthi' (6th day of the lunar fortnight) and 'Pournami' (full moon), the complications that he faced at work were slowly resolved, and he soon got promoted to a different division of the company where he was treated with high regard.
Kripananda Variyar Swamigal was on his way to the Kajang Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple to deliver a divine discourse pertaining to Lord Murugan. As he was hurriedly about to enter the temple entrance, he caught a glimpse of a young pregnant mother anxiously waiting outside. The revered saint invited the anxious mother into the temple, instructing her to glance at the inner sanctum of the temple. At the saint's behest, the young mother apprehensively prayed whilst looking with anticipation at the inner sanctum. Lord Murugan's divine face was dazzling, and the young mother felt overjoyed to have witnessed such a divine event. The saint advised the young mother that she would be soon blessed with a healthy son, and further added that the son would be of immense benefit to this temple. Several weeks after that the mother gave birth to a hale and hearty son, and named him after the saint in gratitude for the saint's divine blessings. The son grew up to become a prominent patron of the temple, vastly contributing to the temple's structural establishment and spiritual activities.
A pensioner who always attended the religious services at the Kajang Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple suddenly had heart palpitations. His symptoms worried his wife, who immediately took him to a nearby hospital. He was diagnosed as having 3 blocks in the cardiovascular artery, and was advised to perform surgery. As the surgery would be performed in a month, the pensive pensioner decided to perform a 'Subramanya Sahasranamam archanai' (ceremonial chanting of 1008 attributes of Lord Murugan) for 6 days. The intention to have this divine ceremony was to seek the blessings of Lord Murugan for the surgery to be successful. The spiritual ceremony was conducted with deep reverence, each attribute of Lord Murugan uttered with veneration. Upon completion on the 6th day, the pensioner felt relieved, as if a burden that shackled his soul had been lifted. He soon went back to the hospital to perform the surgery, but first performed a preliminary scan to assess the artery blocks. To everyone's amazement, the doctor who performed the preliminary scan puzzlingly remarked that the blocks had reduced dramatically. The doctor then cancelled the surgery and instead prescribed medication to the pensioner. The relieved pensioner and his wife blissfully went to the temple and fell at the feet of Lord Murugan, his soul indebted for this medical miracle.
A prominent entrepreneur in Kajang was facing agonising marital issues. In utmost frustration, he was baffled on how to resolve his distressful situation. He continuously prayed to Lord Murugan, hopeful for an amicable solution that would provide relief to him and his family. As he was still oblivious to how to proceed, he called the temple priest of Kajang Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple, seeking clarity of mind. The temple priest who was unaware of the entrepreneur's situation had a peculiar dream the night before. In the dream, he was informed that a devotee of the temple will be contacting him about a difficult situation. The priest was then instructed to perform a 'mangalya puja' (ceremony to remove obstacles for conjugal ties) for Goddess Sri Rajarajeshwari. The priest related his dream to the entrepreneur and suggested performing the 'mangalya puja'. Following the elaborate 'mangalya puja', a lotus flower fell to the lap of the deity, an indication that the ceremony was concluded with blessings of Goddess Sri Rajarajeshwari. Soon after, the marital woes that afflicted the entrepreneur had dissipated and his business flourished.
An aged devotee of the Kajang Sri Subramaniya Swami temple who regularly attended 'puja' and constantly participated in 'seva' (selfless service) was suddenly feeling exhausted and fatigued. She decided to cut down her responsibilities at the temple and instead spend more time at home. On a particularly chilly night, she had a vivid dream of Lord Bala Murugan. The youthful deity looked very charming and mischievous, tugging the devotee's hand to get out of bed. Lord Bala Murugan instructed the aged devotee that she needed to come everyday to the temple and witness the daily 'puja' that was being earnestly conducted at the temple. He then informed her that her time on earth was soon coming to an end. She would enter a different spiritual dimension upon her demise. The aged devotee got up from bed feeling rejuvenated despite being given the somber message. She decided she would attend the daily temple ceremonies and bring along 'sivappu arali poo' (red oleander flower) and 'shenbagam poo' (yellow champa flower), the favourite flowers to adorn Lord Bala Murugan. She cherished each and every moment of her temple visits, and peacefully passed away after a month.
A devotee daughter's marriage which had been meticulously planned for months was suddenly requested to be delayed by the groom's family. No reason was given to justify the postponement, only that the groom was uncertain about the marriage. The daughter was devastated by this ill-fated turn of events. All she could do was lament her fate and cry despondently on the lap of her supportive parents. The devotee decided to seek help from their family deity Lord Bhairavar, to resolve this nuptial complication. The family performed a monthly 'puja' for Lord Bhairava at the Kajang Sri Subramaniya Swami temple, which included the propitious 'Bhairava sahasranamam archanai' (ceremonial chanting of 1008 attributes of Lord Bhairava) and an offering of a 'vada malai' (garland of fried vada). After performing this ceremony for 3 months, the groom called the bride and resolved their indifferences. The marriage was conducted joyfully with the blessings of both sides of the family. The nuptial blessings by Lord Bhairava positively impacted a turn of events for both the bride and the groom.
Pradosham Puja
The shrine for the auspicious Shivalingam was completed in 2009 at the Kajang Sri Subramaniya Swami temple, showering abundance of fortune and prosperity upon this temple. This Shivalingam was aptly named Kashi Vishwvanathar, as its origin was from the sacred city of Kashi (Varanasi). Every month, 'Pradosham puja' (ceremony for removal of sins) is conducted with a deep sense of spirituality. Many entrepreneurs in Kajang participate in this 'puja' as their businesses have flourished as a consequence. Offerings of milk, curd, fruits, rose water, honey, sandalwood powder and sacred ash are essential for this 'puja'. 'Amavasya puja' (new moon ceremony) is also conducted with sacredness, ushering waves of peace and tranquillity upon participating devotees. The formidable Lord Sri Shanmugar shrine which destroys enmity, and protects devotees from malevolent energies is a key feature of this temple. The deity's magnificent statue and the construction of the shrine was contributed by a pious devotee of the temple, Mr.Murugesu. He had an inclination that this shrine would be of utmost benefit to devotees, who seek protection against malignant forces. It is now a treasured part of the temple, especially for devotees seeking a remedy against the practice of evil occult. This Kajang temple has sown the seeds of Saivite worship and Kaumaram devotion as a result of the determined and resolute effort of numerous spiritual saints and devoted devotees. A spiritual landmark in Malaysia is the divine outcome.
Shanmugar
Hours:
Monday 7–9:30 am, 6:30–9:30 pm
Tuesday 7–9:30 am, 6:30–9:30 pm
Wednesday 7–9:30 am, 6:30–9:30 pm
Thursday 7–9:30 am, 6:30–9:30 pm
Friday
7–9:30 am, 6:30–9:30 pm
Saturday 7–10 am, 6:30–9:30 pm
Sunday 7–9:30 am, 6:30–9:30 pm
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