tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82276625603426844242024-03-18T17:16:10.237+08:00Mystical Temples of MalaysiaKumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-23645560550348355512024-01-23T09:30:00.007+08:002024-01-23T09:36:13.180+08:00Sri Subramaniar Swamy Temple - Batu Caves (Selangor)<p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5AuIKX6r1UgPMKUd40yMNoFevsQUS4igJUN7IXVjkrrSEaNo1Y82Z3j7AipGFoQwTzFWY0Crz_D_f6uhCZeQqU2sojALDwJmCibcXiaeHfhd25UvKfdCZIgDF7mwivU-aErbSQPw-UxB9sNNY8O1kQBv6lZt5-yE65KUT1pu_zS39vs9c6ACexhyPIvA/s1020/IMG20191226213111.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="765" height="460" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5AuIKX6r1UgPMKUd40yMNoFevsQUS4igJUN7IXVjkrrSEaNo1Y82Z3j7AipGFoQwTzFWY0Crz_D_f6uhCZeQqU2sojALDwJmCibcXiaeHfhd25UvKfdCZIgDF7mwivU-aErbSQPw-UxB9sNNY8O1kQBv6lZt5-yE65KUT1pu_zS39vs9c6ACexhyPIvA/w344-h460/IMG20191226213111.jpg" width="344" /></a></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;">As the thunder rumbled boisterously above the sacred limestone caves, the celestial child <span style="text-align: left;">Subramaniar</span> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">majestically </span><span style="font-family: arial;">descended on his cosmic peacock. Exhausted after traversing many universes, the child deity sojourned momentarily. The effulgent radiance of <span style="text-align: left;">Subramaniar</span> permeated divinity into each granule of silurian limestone, and each granule mystically pulsated to the glowing aura of the child deity. The sojourn transformed into a deep meditation, as the celestial child deity desired to bless the future inhabitants of this land. The venerated Vel </span><span style="font-family: arial;">(spear of Lord <span style="text-align: left;">Subramaniar</span>) </span><span style="font-family: arial;">by his side, radiated with an abundance of golden hued 'shakti' (divine energy) which cascaded into every nook and cranny of the caves. Upon fulfilling this divine task, the child deity joyfully soared above to the heavenly skies on his cosmic peacock and aimed for the eternal 'Sivaloka' (divine realm of Lord Shiva). As a consequence of <span style="text-align: left;">Subramaniar's</span> celestial blessing, </span><span style="font-family: arial;">many imperceptible 'siddar's' (enlightened masters) together with their disciples gravitated towards the inner caverns of Batu Caves. Inside</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> these unilluminated perennial caverns,</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> these 'siddhar's' meditate upon the betterment of society. Although invisible to the masses, devotees who are spiritually sensitive have a discerning awareness of their ethereal presence. </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="441" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhffI7PzumoGbsedGmHAEWqYMYbnY_U2dLb42BIbYIAaEnfvBJFLrhgmsomJS5quelQOxtXMSV8Tbf2om4_MaVMPoM6qqjqCet2rXUD7Cfcx3kUQxDvezsUTBfOpGxbp6mRarOPXVbcsxnjgyru4HMCFm6Y4ltZVZ4LUNKVD24F32SFvtnEGciADmjv2WY/w331-h441/photo-batu-caves-malaysia-24703.jpg" width="331" /></span></div><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Upon having a vision of the Mother Goddess, </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Thamboosamy Pillay woke up with a fervour deeply embedded in his mind. He was tasked on a mission by the Goddess to search a suitable site for her celestial child. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Instilled with the divine commandment from the Mother Goddess, </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Thamboosamy Pillay</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> persistently searched for this spiritual location. Several months later, he was informed of a lime stone hill called Batu Caves, and his intuition guided him that this was the perfect setting whereby Kaumara worship will thrive. In Sangam literature, Subramaniar is known as the Lord of Kurinji (mountaneous region), hence isolated hills and mountains of </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">rugged beauty</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">are synonymous with Kaumara worship. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Thamboosamy Pillay</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> along with an expedition team decided to climb up the limestone hill. After much difficulty by clinging on to roots to ascend the rugged terrain and navigating through thorny bushes, </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">the expedition team reached the top of the elevation. All of them were captivated by the startling beauty of a spear shaped entrance to the cave.</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Upon entering the cave, they installed an initial sacred 'Vel' from a bamboo stick. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">The spiritually inducing Thaipoosam festival was established in 1892, and has since then become an annual event. E</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">fforts to renovate the area were made to provide for a rising number of Subramaniar 'bhakta's' (devotees).</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-style: initial; outline-color: initial; outline-width: initial; transition-duration: 0.3s; transition-property: color;">Wooden steps were initially constructed</span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">in 1920 to ascend the hill. I</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">n 1930, the wooden steps were replaced with concrete stairs for the wellbeing of dedicated 'bhakta's'. </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpeuUOQmDLZdt8da1ti8p0nzDhZN1MtXnu4Wm6R-1m_Kh-mSYIWm16PIVROfKMUapkPnXTRDqznuP7r2NQK7WwpF9SkLRpLBj4gnb6Z9_kdTdMd9NwwnyNjHDpEqx-KVmMHRsEzvlL1rKU1DiEbJd_DVPPiuMjMKgo0vgiUkbszIeitITHURlE6yeEmSk/s257/download.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="257" data-original-width="196" height="450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpeuUOQmDLZdt8da1ti8p0nzDhZN1MtXnu4Wm6R-1m_Kh-mSYIWm16PIVROfKMUapkPnXTRDqznuP7r2NQK7WwpF9SkLRpLBj4gnb6Z9_kdTdMd9NwwnyNjHDpEqx-KVmMHRsEzvlL1rKU1DiEbJd_DVPPiuMjMKgo0vgiUkbszIeitITHURlE6yeEmSk/w344-h450/download.jpeg" width="344" /></span></a></div><p></p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The mystical Sathguru Gnanananda Giri hailed from a lineage of Totakacharya, was a 'Peetadhipathi' (Spiritual head of a monastery) of Jyothirlinga mutt. He manifested supernatural events everywhere his saintly feet touched. Upon accomplishing aeons of yogic austerities in the inner depths of the icy Mansarovar lake, he then serenely went into tranquil meditation for decades in the snow clad mountains of Kedarnath and Badrinath, and many other sacred locations in ancient India. </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Sathguru Gnanananda Giri</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> then departed India to travel far and wide to bless humanity. After reaching the thick dense tropical forests of Burma, t</span><span style="font-family: arial;">he jovial saint then proceeded to astonishingly walk across the stormy Andaman sea, a superhuman feat indicating a 'siddhi' (magical power) to walk on water. Upon reaching the western coastline of Malaya, Sathguru immediately walked towards Batu Caves. Subsequently, he entered into a deep state of meditation in the inner caverns of Batu Caves. After emerging from his meditative state, the pious </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Sathguru Gnanananda Giri installed a bronze 'Vel' at the main temple of Batu Caves, and thus firmly initiated 'Kaumara' (worship of Lord <span style="text-align: left;">Subramaniar</span>) worship upon this soil. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQOJktlSiXnPMAVFoErD25F2fimMXHCvaqA1Ubq_zyAYt_GYzALw7GVPrGXWrIeIY96QeSeAh7y4F0mss115-i1Q-af38TZtShnkITJbq-3F2Ktuefvj36Zu1ooePMBUoOjSz5t3axRgsPY455-VzLnhb56HLP1Su8VGtdk3zHu4sJPx_I0eEiHfXIjX8/s1020/2020-11-15.jpg" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="817" height="457" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQOJktlSiXnPMAVFoErD25F2fimMXHCvaqA1Ubq_zyAYt_GYzALw7GVPrGXWrIeIY96QeSeAh7y4F0mss115-i1Q-af38TZtShnkITJbq-3F2Ktuefvj36Zu1ooePMBUoOjSz5t3axRgsPY455-VzLnhb56HLP1Su8VGtdk3zHu4sJPx_I0eEiHfXIjX8/w366-h457/2020-11-15.jpg" width="366" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The internationally prominent golden statue of Batu Caves Subramaniar temple was first unveiled in January 2006 during Thaipoosam. As 300 litres of gold paint was used for this magnificent statue, the splendour of the statue attracts many staunch devotees and curious tourists alike. Its height of 42.7 metres gives the statue an unparalleled setting amidst a serene mountainous landscape. The 272 steps of the temple had a rainbow makeover in August 2018, making it a spectacular sight for those paying homage to our beloved Subramaniar. According to the celebrated spiritual teacher Hilda Charlton, rainbows are a manifestation of Subramaniar's cosmic presence. It is a sign of Subramaniar's triumph over evil. Indeed it is an befitting for devout devotees to traverse the rainbow path and alight on the treaded path of our glorious Subramaniar. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhffI7PzumoGbsedGmHAEWqYMYbnY_U2dLb42BIbYIAaEnfvBJFLrhgmsomJS5quelQOxtXMSV8Tbf2om4_MaVMPoM6qqjqCet2rXUD7Cfcx3kUQxDvezsUTBfOpGxbp6mRarOPXVbcsxnjgyru4HMCFm6Y4ltZVZ4LUNKVD24F32SFvtnEGciADmjv2WY/s640/photo-batu-caves-malaysia-24703.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMMR1Eo5vDcWofCCOUbnE0ZFtce4xDxvX3_KILyDuIDBOJ4zt2EBly__rjEaOpTwwfD1Fi71UFLpAo0BUgeVZgQJ8lkcZkbpIcqEccLsJ_g94eiY9Iwxi2Twa0maLmHZw9y1yb5UNjsx0u7GD8HlcQzAgZh3ry8iPGqKQTfIeg8o1D7ID94haB0XMoXBM/s1020/20220419_111451.jpg" style="font-family: arial; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="765" height="459" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMMR1Eo5vDcWofCCOUbnE0ZFtce4xDxvX3_KILyDuIDBOJ4zt2EBly__rjEaOpTwwfD1Fi71UFLpAo0BUgeVZgQJ8lkcZkbpIcqEccLsJ_g94eiY9Iwxi2Twa0maLmHZw9y1yb5UNjsx0u7GD8HlcQzAgZh3ry8iPGqKQTfIeg8o1D7ID94haB0XMoXBM/w345-h459/20220419_111451.jpg" width="345" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></span></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">A renowned 'oduvar' (singer for devotional Tamil hymns) and devout devotee of Batu Caves Subramaniar temple had experienced many mystical events in this spiritual location. The 'oduvar' used to regularly attend 'puja' (ritual worship) at the main temple, and sing Tamil hymns to accompany the rituals. Soon after, he had a vision of a handsome young lad with an exuberant face joyfully looking at him. The 'oduvar' politely requested the young boy to return to his parents. Instead of answering, the handsome young boy gently held the hand of the pious 'oduvar' and brought him to main temple of Batu Caves where the 'Vel' is worshipped. The young lad who is none other than our boisterous Subramaniar instructed the 'oduvar' with the following Tamil verse 'Vel Muruga Vaa'. This short hymn signifies an appeal for Subramaniar to appear with his glorious 'Vel'. The young lad disappeared abruptly, and the 'oduvar' woke up vibrant with energy. Soon after this incident, the 'oduvar' had a second dream. In the second dream, Subramaniar instructed the 'oduvar' to sing about the Batu Caves Subramaniar temple. Subsequently, the 'oduvar' spontaneously started singing many songs about this temple. His most acclaimed song is 'Velundu Vinaiyillai Mayilundu Bayamillai'.</span></div></div></span></div></blockquote><div style="text-align: justify;"><span><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmcbc28ZbxguJhh1QMxRhIciIRuf8kN1BDr8BtlgPqkdC7SavSJLGxkW2NnVaoihQXdDfRfjC9goAaA0RF7YEoHSkzemts6xAo-Mv83YJcIfa7vZ4Ya5b0hU-zUKga9jrj2iMOJ1MeDF-zEJ3V9p2fT54fhupeKzKri1CjCpzj5BvMGK5-PvXqhQO1Ucs/s1020/2023-01-23.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="682" height="548" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmcbc28ZbxguJhh1QMxRhIciIRuf8kN1BDr8BtlgPqkdC7SavSJLGxkW2NnVaoihQXdDfRfjC9goAaA0RF7YEoHSkzemts6xAo-Mv83YJcIfa7vZ4Ya5b0hU-zUKga9jrj2iMOJ1MeDF-zEJ3V9p2fT54fhupeKzKri1CjCpzj5BvMGK5-PvXqhQO1Ucs/w367-h548/2023-01-23.jpg" width="367" /></a></div><span face="ABeeZee, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: justify;"><span face="ABeeZee, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">A young Chinese boy who was behaving abnormal was brought to main Subramaniar temple at Batu Caves by his father. All the gathered devotees were curious about the boy and asked about the boy's condition to his father. </span><span style="background-color: white;">The father explained to them that his son was possessed by an evil spirit. </span><span style="background-color: white;">The young boy used to start shouting at midnight for no apparent reason, and then proceed to beat himself with his fists. The father had taken the son to a local shaman in his locality, and was informed by the shaman of the son's predicament. The shaman explained to the father that this was due to ancestral karmic debt. The shaman suggested for atonement of the sin, to participate in prayers held at the Batu Caves Subramaniar temple on 'Sasthi' (6th day of a lunar month). Both father and son participated in offering 'puja' items for an 'abisekham' (ritual shower of the deity) consisting respectively of milk, turmeric, tender coconut water, honey, sugarcane and sandalwood paste. After the 'puja' was concluded, the temple priest applied 'vibhuti' (sacred ash) on the forehead, throat and arms of the boy. Suddenly the boy felt a thunderous slap on his back, and he immediately regained his senses. The boy's behaviour was coherent, but he was wondering why was he in a Hindu temple. His father explained the situation to the young boy. After hearing what had taken place, the young boy knelt down in front of inner sanctum in gratitude.</span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span face="ABeeZee, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"> </span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span face="ABeeZee, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT3eQAuTmR2R5tNEtGbK_vclLQNNIfqj5G3DZgM4UhTAb-d8jWyJgeyJ6ga03v4GWZPaIJLo18yylfFo_s_3NFNBIdF4znIBJJWzxRIrjNC9MDKUiq9se_XEJ0T4LYKZfNxiSSjCIEzBYQAwzpqZ3_g523fJqZ4KOdUdwjHV0xGu57rBTiOCteMDhvrMc/s960/51168186_2082132061833462_7443919377625251840_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="490" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT3eQAuTmR2R5tNEtGbK_vclLQNNIfqj5G3DZgM4UhTAb-d8jWyJgeyJ6ga03v4GWZPaIJLo18yylfFo_s_3NFNBIdF4znIBJJWzxRIrjNC9MDKUiq9se_XEJ0T4LYKZfNxiSSjCIEzBYQAwzpqZ3_g523fJqZ4KOdUdwjHV0xGu57rBTiOCteMDhvrMc/w367-h490/51168186_2082132061833462_7443919377625251840_n.jpg" width="367" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">An anxious mother hurriedly raced up the steps of Batu Caves Subramaniar temple and wept in front of the inner sanctum. Her ten year old daughter was diagnosed with Covid-19 and was hospitalised at a renowned government hospital. All those attending the daily 'puja' at the main temple were grieved to witness the mother's anguish. A few devotees of temple consoled her and persuaded her to dispose her agony at the blessed feet of Lord Subramaniar. She then prostrated before the inner sanctum and pleaded with Subramaniar to save her child. Moments later, the temple priest gave the young mother a packet of 'vibhuti' and specifically instructed her to apply the 'vibhuti' on the forehead of her daughter. She then rushed back to the hospital to apply the 'vibhuti' on her daughter. However the attending nurses forbade her from doing so, stating that all underaged patients who have contracted Covid-19 had to dealt with caution. Hence immediate family members were not allowed into the restricted hospital ward. The mother broke down again, and wept uncontrollably. Wearied by crying, she slept off on in a waiting room. That night the mother had a strange dream, a youthful boy laughing joyfully at her and blessing her with his palms. The next day, the nurses hurriedly came in the morning and questioned the mother. Someone had applied 'vibhuti' on her 10 year old daughter. However as the mother did not have access into the restricted ward, it was certainly not her. The ten year old girl recovered in a few days and returned home with her mother after a week in hospital. Both had a deep sense of gratitude towards Lord Subramaniar and offered their prayers within the confines of their home. </span></div></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCzNfmnfNoaZ06cf50ozo_CBWGi6TbHuTdTLne7lZ3cKGA2yYdwZMjy8Jgv4G5ZMg3P82sZl3GYbwDj0ib_yQx3wbrlc2OqT-twMBzDeEk0U0KZxM0i56wtIQGf-mwI74xqeyhwCzo9ztVOLng8rVmrHRtXGR6fK9ilKcF5vmqUShg0I6vYB-sA2f_Boo/s1328/12640335_996528580393821_7159461250206658946_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1328" data-original-width="747" height="598" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCzNfmnfNoaZ06cf50ozo_CBWGi6TbHuTdTLne7lZ3cKGA2yYdwZMjy8Jgv4G5ZMg3P82sZl3GYbwDj0ib_yQx3wbrlc2OqT-twMBzDeEk0U0KZxM0i56wtIQGf-mwI74xqeyhwCzo9ztVOLng8rVmrHRtXGR6fK9ilKcF5vmqUShg0I6vYB-sA2f_Boo/w336-h598/12640335_996528580393821_7159461250206658946_o.jpg" width="336" /></a></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><b><span>Idumban Kavadi</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #222222;">The 'kavadi' is fundamental to the Thaipoosam festival. The original 'kavadi' was carried by Idumban, hence Idumban has become the guardian of all those participating in carrying the 'kavadi'. 'Kavadi' essentially means supporting a load upon oneself and carrying this load to Subramaniar to implore his blessings to reduce our karmic debt. Many spiritual aspirants fast for a period of days. This involves fasting on a restricted vegetarian diet, sexual abstinence, sleeping on the floor and unwaveringly being involved in prayers with meditation. There are many types of 'kavadi' including 'Paal Kavadi' (carrying a pot of milk on the head), 'Karambu Kavadi' (parents blessed with offspring will carry their child on a cradle made of cloth tied to a sugarcane pole), 'Thol Kavadi' (</span></span><span style="background-color: white;">semi-circular top which is decorated with peacock feathers, glitter and flowers), 'Allavu Kavadi' (piercing the flesh of the mouth or tongue with a spear), 'Idumban Kavadi' (carrying a wooden pole with pots attached at both ends). The most spectacular of the 'kavadi' type is the 'Mayil Kavadi'. The 'Mayil Kavadi' is a tiered structure which is decorated with plumes of</span><span style="background-color: white;"> peacock feathers, Lord Subramaniar's statue and vessels containing holy 'abisekham'.</span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaapeKU1GJljKKJRUONsCIbPBGpo2cF6SlXTlQ0SVnmP3mpKOr0LZSwHwJcz0SuhiY0AaTg9MAGwHavn2rBs07rliy4fFZeG8exh9UTaX3V6xBhiw_tBGUymBE6kvnZjCFPPEB3ny8YZ4AVU9pgnvt8GXmkKO-2GwEnf_IGp5xzdrCHCJUeM4Y6wGl5Jw/s960/51064613_2082873111759357_3708104476503048192_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="481" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaapeKU1GJljKKJRUONsCIbPBGpo2cF6SlXTlQ0SVnmP3mpKOr0LZSwHwJcz0SuhiY0AaTg9MAGwHavn2rBs07rliy4fFZeG8exh9UTaX3V6xBhiw_tBGUymBE6kvnZjCFPPEB3ny8YZ4AVU9pgnvt8GXmkKO-2GwEnf_IGp5xzdrCHCJUeM4Y6wGl5Jw/w292-h481/51064613_2082873111759357_3708104476503048192_n.jpg" width="292" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPz_D5uHRBvBHox-lvJoRUZO8b4sLTi5Kq_nQ4Lo1s0742HW-kZ1N7PdIl5VTLeCbYCvys6d3Xyjzt-s8q1hrDJn5jecOM4GsOIK6zdrGCQkLH8aicMb8OVQLFjRuT4lg3Jeq6iUEwqcAuiXEhAv-lF4HJ5OhllQiZKfDZtwq8l_NOjIka0ZYe56IIuA8/s1080/84108401_2794296897283638_3442084510110318592_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="606" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPz_D5uHRBvBHox-lvJoRUZO8b4sLTi5Kq_nQ4Lo1s0742HW-kZ1N7PdIl5VTLeCbYCvys6d3Xyjzt-s8q1hrDJn5jecOM4GsOIK6zdrGCQkLH8aicMb8OVQLFjRuT4lg3Jeq6iUEwqcAuiXEhAv-lF4HJ5OhllQiZKfDZtwq8l_NOjIka0ZYe56IIuA8/w258-h458/84108401_2794296897283638_3442084510110318592_n.jpg" width="258" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span>Mayil Kavadi</span></b></div><span style="background-color: white;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">The roar of the 'urumi melam' (traditional percussion instrument) deafens the atmosphere, inducing a trancelike passionate energy. The ancestral guardians hover above in close proximity, keeping at bay any disruptive negative energy. The 'kavadi' adherents leap into the air in a spirited manner, eyes bulging wide and a furious frenzy of footwork begins. The spirit of ancestral deities are infused into their subtle body, acting as an armour against roguish hindrances. Their senses perceive flashes of lightning, scents of jasmine and champak and wafts of evocative incense. The spiritually elevated are able to discern their respective guru and ancestral deity. They utter silent pledges Lord Subramaniar, and then proceed on their sacred march. Those who have diligently fasted are often victorious in their undertaking. Upon passing the sacred steps of Batu Caves, the 'kavadi' adherents dismount from their 'kavadi' and offer vessels of holy 'abisekham' to Lord Subramaniar. The moment is eternal and many of the jubilant 'kavadi' adherents experience waves of peace and tranquillity. They offer their gratitude to Subramaniar, who has guided them thus far and annihilated a portion of their karmic debt. Hence their destiny is altered, and soul rejuvenated to face life's challenges. </span></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF6DeHyylHlCAt0ZSYsEVmC28CNslt1LF1CspU2Ti8bEqCTacT9LEXTsdwWvUfLcU3YnPBskv2CMz0mV93djzmBKc5zEbGl_piaQx0QvcZB8mLhPibQU8UV5buwnB9MTYsG730H5YgCTHdGOEiOMWkCMjkbtyFnT1jyf5xha8YfIEgVa8LqzQa0m7rrsc/s1280/328268621_1305254846873386_1587458484637736203_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" height="389" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF6DeHyylHlCAt0ZSYsEVmC28CNslt1LF1CspU2Ti8bEqCTacT9LEXTsdwWvUfLcU3YnPBskv2CMz0mV93djzmBKc5zEbGl_piaQx0QvcZB8mLhPibQU8UV5buwnB9MTYsG730H5YgCTHdGOEiOMWkCMjkbtyFnT1jyf5xha8YfIEgVa8LqzQa0m7rrsc/w292-h389/328268621_1305254846873386_1587458484637736203_n.jpg" width="292" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl71TroDv3lbVF0V56Jd2RWlczqVcdtARyGpwlOxS8Wm5L_oHFySVXqH6jy_AZtBpECTsPxZOMeynzdGY4GgrgpiTHtrcTzcsGDOrp_RCSkAoFQRCNFjTc0Cfr7ZlWKi1mNMBPATJDhxEmmrxfLUmwelBbEsmTPARmMyG3An_CCRNMXYLixqzWkzvrEFk/s1280/328443830_922332845615570_3223297144579513253_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" height="387" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl71TroDv3lbVF0V56Jd2RWlczqVcdtARyGpwlOxS8Wm5L_oHFySVXqH6jy_AZtBpECTsPxZOMeynzdGY4GgrgpiTHtrcTzcsGDOrp_RCSkAoFQRCNFjTc0Cfr7ZlWKi1mNMBPATJDhxEmmrxfLUmwelBbEsmTPARmMyG3An_CCRNMXYLixqzWkzvrEFk/w290-h387/328443830_922332845615570_3223297144579513253_n.jpg" width="290" /></a></div></div><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><b style="font-family: arial;"> Allavu Kavadi Thol Kavadi (left), Paal Kavadi (right)</b><br /><br /><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn0Yz2nHtEY-K0xf3DD2UcEKSDJIcepAnOc5yfqMAgpr7959xPEInYIgi53Bl036hWDXWIZtzcFZBgzJZML_nSm_69ErRzOCWSHfDRsBirh707PIotA1llWEW-4B7iIuJpqQJK-Sj7MULw7_ZCwMB9aU90cFOWZYvb2VLYwVRLnKjZf33NYvBD3Vczj8o/s960/1909813_996528753727137_9092939963850055029_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="540" height="647" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn0Yz2nHtEY-K0xf3DD2UcEKSDJIcepAnOc5yfqMAgpr7959xPEInYIgi53Bl036hWDXWIZtzcFZBgzJZML_nSm_69ErRzOCWSHfDRsBirh707PIotA1llWEW-4B7iIuJpqQJK-Sj7MULw7_ZCwMB9aU90cFOWZYvb2VLYwVRLnKjZf33NYvBD3Vczj8o/w364-h647/1909813_996528753727137_9092939963850055029_n.jpg" width="364" /></a></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span>Carl Vadivella Belle </span></b></div></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="background-color: white;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222;">This final statement is a tribute to Thaipoosam, is an excerpt from Dr.Carl Vadivella Belle. He is a former Australian diplomat at the Australian embassy in Malaysia, and currently lives in Australia. Carl first experienced Thaipoosam in 1976, resulting him to become a practicing</span><span style="color: #222222;"> Hindu in 1981. He is an ardent devotee of Lord Subramaniar and </span><span style="color: #222222;">passionately</span><span style="color: #222222;"> carries 'kavadi' with faith during Thaipoosam. "Each 'kavadi' has provided a unique experience, but it was the 3rd 'kavadi' taken in 1983 that demonstrated the deeper spirituality of the 'yatra' (pilgrimage). On this occasion I dedicated my 'kavadi' to my mother-in-law who was dying of cancer, and indeed had been only given several weeks to live. F</span><span style="color: #222222;">ollowing my 3rd 'kavadi' my mother-in-law lived for a further 5 years, thus defying the prognoses of Melbourne's top cancer specialists. </span><span style="color: #222222;">During this 'yatra' I felt a sense of total peace, a oneness and awareness that surpassed any spirituality that I had ever known. I felt that I had achieved some understanding of the deep spirituality possessed by those holy men and women, the swamis and gurus. Consequently the task before me was to try to realise this sense of spirituality in daily life. This 'kavadi' experience immersed me into a sacred world where I could sense a deep oneness, a renewed spirituality that remains a reference point for mundane life and as a spur for my spiritual striving".</span></div></span><span face="ABeeZee, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Address: <span style="background-color: white; color: #202124;">Kawasan industrial Batu Caves, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124;">Hours: 7am to 12pm, 5pm to 8.30pm</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124;">Phone: 03 61896284</span></span></div></span></div>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-67021414357997681752023-08-06T08:29:00.276+08:002023-08-09T21:36:06.922+08:00Sri Subramaniar Devasthanam, Pandamaran, Klang (Selangor)<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpHYTq9Z5u_hSVsxkynme_rwKJ7DDSGXnVSq3FGqUR0xTcRO5YlFMx9lJsj4Ro3GArzX4DVCG-jwpEwJCDAq5K7A86Wza0jIueOPbA8c4YPfbHMEloCLMMl6IIACUmbIBKOD0_-NUoEQj9r0BCJw1ugzdcc7gBQRCXDgn0orI8jSJB0yRWpHKec33OTjU/s1080/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-08-03%20at%2011.34.23.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="607" data-original-width="1080" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpHYTq9Z5u_hSVsxkynme_rwKJ7DDSGXnVSq3FGqUR0xTcRO5YlFMx9lJsj4Ro3GArzX4DVCG-jwpEwJCDAq5K7A86Wza0jIueOPbA8c4YPfbHMEloCLMMl6IIACUmbIBKOD0_-NUoEQj9r0BCJw1ugzdcc7gBQRCXDgn0orI8jSJB0yRWpHKec33OTjU/s320/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-08-03%20at%2011.34.23.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Jai Vinayagar, those who seek refuge in the glorious feet of Vinayagar will undoubtedly be victorious. On a gloomy afternoon in March 2008, a crew of menacing construction workers had come to demolish the entrance gate of Sri Subramanyar Temple located at Pandamaran, Klang. The workers were ordered by an insolent business owner to claim back the entrance area of the temple, as he was disputing the ownership of the land. The workers did a preliminary survey to start their work the following day. The leader of the crew took some pictures as part of the survey. To their shock, a colossal Vinayagar appeared in the photos, stretching from the ground to the sky. Vinayagar had emerged from </span><span style="font-family: arial;">the astral dimension, to warn whomever threatens the temple as well to ward off impending danger to the sacred location. The workers were visibly shaken and refused to implement the demolishment. Thereafter, the business owner decided to end his enmity with the temple and did not proceed further with the plan to demolish the temple entrance. </span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMz4WUbejIukmtNK1RqmCfkFxL-92hS1mFypkr0b-n_jssWwGaAtqnv3zFJEf-gitDOcwfn99LQ4WMtv67p3__vmAORecnP_WDgU-rBmvqZuSAiHX1FhBdpWckpFY7EZTR9dbYD7kfy_BbDg2kCJ0sRJzCEI3uTqEVkoYRbuVoUUaoLlyv-IbBYTPk4BM/s1020/2023-05-06.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="765" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMz4WUbejIukmtNK1RqmCfkFxL-92hS1mFypkr0b-n_jssWwGaAtqnv3zFJEf-gitDOcwfn99LQ4WMtv67p3__vmAORecnP_WDgU-rBmvqZuSAiHX1FhBdpWckpFY7EZTR9dbYD7kfy_BbDg2kCJ0sRJzCEI3uTqEVkoYRbuVoUUaoLlyv-IbBYTPk4BM/s320/2023-05-06.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: arial;">The golden 'Vel' (Spiritual Spear) shatters our shackles of ignorance, and th</span><span style="font-family: arial;">e 'asuric' (demonic) bonds that lead us astray are dispelled by waves of spiritual illumination emitting from the sacred 'Vel'. A huge 'Vel' situated at the rear end of the temple signifies this aspect. The temple was collectively started by plantation workers from the Golden Hope Plantation during the British occupation of Malaya. Despite their meagre income, they built a spiritual abode with brick and mortar, so that the temple would become a legacy for their children. The spiritual pride of the temple is imbued within the statues of Vinayagar, Subramanyar and Mariamman that were formerly kept at the main sanctum. These aged statues are now safely kept at the back end of the temple. Before returning home, many devotees pay their respect to these deities.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">This temple was originally designed as temple for Mariamman, however was changed to become a Subramanyar temple at the very last minute. This subtle exchange was transpired in the heavenly realms, to flourish the essence of 'Kaumara' (worship of Subramanyar) vibrancy within the vicinity of Pandamaran, Klang. Nonetheless, Mariamman is ethereally present within this temple. During restoration works at the temple, a construction worker was involved in the reinforcement work for cement columns. The sluggish worker hastily did this work as he was not interested in the job requirement. That very night, goddess Mariamman came in his dream and sternly reprimanded his lethargic behaviour. The very next day the worker sought forgiveness from Mariamman. Thereafter, he improved his attitude and performed his work diligently at the temple. </span></div><div><div><div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7g4MB8VapDb4ju38BOaimneJHCtorQZIwZY2NtTyfN-jwMhHLXTVajs5T-3nmyzvHBaVeGnduUXnhjdOv-VWRXgjjomfLNlH02cy25msbE6TPmk-gb3jbtdxLsY_jzQnZByACYx1zp5cMpKqKqjC7Sc9CMPLev9gNCz-qAgNpedDk_SCt-8cfasIt_z4/s1360/2023-04-09.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="767" data-original-width="1360" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7g4MB8VapDb4ju38BOaimneJHCtorQZIwZY2NtTyfN-jwMhHLXTVajs5T-3nmyzvHBaVeGnduUXnhjdOv-VWRXgjjomfLNlH02cy25msbE6TPmk-gb3jbtdxLsY_jzQnZByACYx1zp5cMpKqKqjC7Sc9CMPLev9gNCz-qAgNpedDk_SCt-8cfasIt_z4/s320/2023-04-09.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">There are many miracles that occur continuously at this temple. An individual who is of an Abrahamic faith was found lingering around the temple entrance. When the temple authorities suspected he might be up to mischief, he was promptly questioned. To their astonishment, the individual requested if a prayer could be supplicated on his behalf. He and wife who were happily married for many years were suddenly estranged due to domestic squabbles. He was on the verge of despair, when he decided to consult a spiritual healer. He was then advised to come to this particular temple, and request for assistance. Unsure of what to do, he came to the temple drenched in melancholy. A priest was informed of the situation, and was requested to perform a 'puja' (worship) and the temple sanctum. Upon completion of the 'puja', the individual was given 'vibhuti' (holy ash) and 'tirtham' (holy water). He looked relieved after the completion of the 'puja', and went back contentedly. Within a few day, his wife returned home and the both of them lived happily thereafter. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtKg2BJU3F5c_0-z9Y72eDEYnIN0-CoIOSbQuy3V14C7P9f0SfwluWZHO1vJ_bluhqIWDCjUYb-JQReMdYYPWE4jwTFK1TKQK3yXC0SyzELiJxPZKzGhbAX5WtCUsE8VrpCchL_qcr-e_H_TsuRLPLdzhH_3iR-kSBpc53vfjdD4n611YqEoqmTZhItm0/s960/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-07-28%20at%2014.45.11.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="960" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtKg2BJU3F5c_0-z9Y72eDEYnIN0-CoIOSbQuy3V14C7P9f0SfwluWZHO1vJ_bluhqIWDCjUYb-JQReMdYYPWE4jwTFK1TKQK3yXC0SyzELiJxPZKzGhbAX5WtCUsE8VrpCchL_qcr-e_H_TsuRLPLdzhH_3iR-kSBpc53vfjdD4n611YqEoqmTZhItm0/s320/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-07-28%20at%2014.45.11.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">A lady devotee who had an acute kidney failure, was given a few days to live by her attending doctor. This fatal news gravely affected the lady and her husband, and they started sobbing in despair. The husband rushed to the temple and pleaded with his beloved Subrahmanyar to spare the life of his wife for the sake of his children. He got down on his knees and wept in front of the inner sanctum. He would not get up until he received an indication that his plea would not go in vain. Suddenly some flowers fell on to the deity's pedestal, an assurance from Subramanyar that the devotee's plea was received graciously and bestowed with blessings. Sure enough his wife recovered and lived for many years until their children grew up. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">A young couple originating from the United States were without offspring. They attempted all scientific procedures to have children, however it was futile. With a dismal heart, they narrated their unfortunate predicament to their Malaysian relatives. Their relatives immediately brought them to this temple and requested the couple to seek blessings from our tender hearted Subramanyar. After returning back to the United States, the couple were soon blessed with children. They were overjoyed with delight, after suffering many depressing years of infertility. As a sign of gratitude, the couple contributed towards the 'maha kumbhabhishekam' (consecration ceremony) of the temple. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH98_UpCmv07C3WDFSTqT_SXm6ut6ia9tWNe9jKqnx39z-PthRPjcGIlT5CFgM2Ye-hq03mTOnyi6f53SIgRfzlrMdkiL-6-dJqyMHLJrUve4gkveWpILxOB9Q639lKVLm7ucw3h_KVNxL9r_9rYyHIXJR10yl0v9jf1ES-V4gMuj8uXrJPjYJMXocFu4/s1080/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-07-28%20at%2014.46.20.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="1080" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH98_UpCmv07C3WDFSTqT_SXm6ut6ia9tWNe9jKqnx39z-PthRPjcGIlT5CFgM2Ye-hq03mTOnyi6f53SIgRfzlrMdkiL-6-dJqyMHLJrUve4gkveWpILxOB9Q639lKVLm7ucw3h_KVNxL9r_9rYyHIXJR10yl0v9jf1ES-V4gMuj8uXrJPjYJMXocFu4/s320/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-07-28%20at%2014.46.20.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On a different incident, a lady devotee experiencing marital discord in her life decided to end her life abruptly. She attempted to commit suicide on a road collision, ploughing her vehicle into a large lorry. Although her vehicle was totally destroyed, she managed to survive. In state of dizziness, she noticed a young boy holding her hands and leading her out of the car. Still groggy, she was led by the young boy in a loincloth into a nearby temple. The young boy was encouraging her every step of the way. The young boy then told her that she has a reason to live, and that her problems would soon dissipate. When she started gaining back her senses, the boy abruptly disappeared. She then realised the young boy in a loincloth was none other than the ever compassionate Subramanyar. Thereafter, she decided to dedicate her life to benefit the downtrodden of society. Her mental health improved considerably, and she found new meaning that rejuvenated her mind and soul. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKVMmwnygh0Cen1bWvvqI-B7kKby9lTaf03PvP4MOCKgiGThj75Lw96ZEDIbq8bsBO1LciFbFl2U0uLKW3Oj8bBzCm1z0RLR9-61huM4Ua8Su1ayiRqK0_d886vLKr2nd5gaX6LqsPtxSIFWLksqw_vRypA0pIC9ijpUNbpPKOWjwpLZDHMqJUkl9UhpQ/s1020/2020-12-27.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="574" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKVMmwnygh0Cen1bWvvqI-B7kKby9lTaf03PvP4MOCKgiGThj75Lw96ZEDIbq8bsBO1LciFbFl2U0uLKW3Oj8bBzCm1z0RLR9-61huM4Ua8Su1ayiRqK0_d886vLKr2nd5gaX6LqsPtxSIFWLksqw_vRypA0pIC9ijpUNbpPKOWjwpLZDHMqJUkl9UhpQ/w206-h320/2020-12-27.jpg" width="206" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN5WZ3Yq7DxknHjrurnrA0O92yUPKhJ-bFiEbrNjo-oUQa6d-KX9P14yrcsB3les2N3lBansFgKCIDoC-dDmIUGVSeJEmuMlZECqrWk717SFN-6ebBK-gEv92nPftGuT4EDl1iHd2qwBIgBQlrABOumryQwXjbSHuX6zZ770JwApscxA7XjNE6XMKxRto/s1020/2023-05-06%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="765" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN5WZ3Yq7DxknHjrurnrA0O92yUPKhJ-bFiEbrNjo-oUQa6d-KX9P14yrcsB3les2N3lBansFgKCIDoC-dDmIUGVSeJEmuMlZECqrWk717SFN-6ebBK-gEv92nPftGuT4EDl1iHd2qwBIgBQlrABOumryQwXjbSHuX6zZ770JwApscxA7XjNE6XMKxRto/w211-h320/2023-05-06%20(1).jpg" width="211" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3wpAG28JrLqixN7ZW_qeHEF2TuTBOP-8XTZrljqPPZ2FVA7sdDx9AbdYt72F_4xs-StY9LzzsPkkjDQWNBkWI4ToTEgGq4M7ZN5PFD2gvNF5-ukLc0bmZYp1gJlLZaji0l135OxnPcQf683Pmod6OsfutkgXEquf2q5TxrVFtEAd68cjC2nGNyTQAE5o/s960/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-07-28%20at%2014.46.21%20(1).jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3wpAG28JrLqixN7ZW_qeHEF2TuTBOP-8XTZrljqPPZ2FVA7sdDx9AbdYt72F_4xs-StY9LzzsPkkjDQWNBkWI4ToTEgGq4M7ZN5PFD2gvNF5-ukLc0bmZYp1gJlLZaji0l135OxnPcQf683Pmod6OsfutkgXEquf2q5TxrVFtEAd68cjC2nGNyTQAE5o/s320/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-07-28%20at%2014.46.21%20(1).jpeg" width="320" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Pradosham puja is conducted with much devotion at this temple. After the 'puja' is completed, a pious devotee who constantly performs pilgrimage to Mount Kailash serves an unique 'prasadam'. This 'prasadam' consists of holy water from Lake Manasarovar and soil from Mount Kailash. This 'prasadam' is brimming with celestial 'shakti' (energy), and possesses abundant blessings from the heavenly realms. Many childless couples who have partaken this 'prasadam' have been blessed with offspring. Devotees facing constant financial difficulties and employment uncertainties find a permanent solution. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The temple's water tank is another focal point in the temple. A devotee had a vision of herself partially immersed in the sacred water tank, her hands held above her head in unison to receive cosmic blessings from a golden hued Shiva Lingam. </span><span style="font-family: arial;">The temple's water tank is significant during prayers for departed ancestors. Upon completion of the prayers, participating devotees dip in the water tank and pray for the salvation of their departed ancestors. The arduous journey of the soul upon death is definitely alleviated by this prayer. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilfluLCpztcOwqXPog7p5MoS3hbz3n2WRpXcjlzMjRiNGM9pswb4raOvBS7yMf94u00ghGGTC0iiR3ZraC-E16x5LuH4P1EUhYDcQroWzH-puIliETsWP3qKFnW0mlSa4fnImHtXuiYfHUJUugZB2La9TNMk67KuUutraJ-L2344JFICnIqrhg0PMJk8o/s1073/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-08-03%20at%2011.42.33.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1073" data-original-width="493" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilfluLCpztcOwqXPog7p5MoS3hbz3n2WRpXcjlzMjRiNGM9pswb4raOvBS7yMf94u00ghGGTC0iiR3ZraC-E16x5LuH4P1EUhYDcQroWzH-puIliETsWP3qKFnW0mlSa4fnImHtXuiYfHUJUugZB2La9TNMk67KuUutraJ-L2344JFICnIqrhg0PMJk8o/w184-h320/WhatsApp%20Image%202023-08-03%20at%2011.42.33.jpeg" width="184" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;">An unique aspect of this temple is the heroic statue of Muneeswaran galloping on his horse, guarding the vicinity of the temple with fearless bravery. This statue is at the entrance of the temple, hence all devotees pay obeisance to Muneeswaran before entering the temple. A factory worker was riding his motorcycle back home after a laborious day at work. His motorcycle suddenly stopped in front of the temple. He decided to light a cigarette and ponder on what to do next. As soon as he lit a cigarette, he started hearing the neighing of a horse. As he turned his head, he glanced at a magnificent white horse galloping swiftly and fading instantly into the Muneeswaran statue. The factory worker frantically jumped on his motorcycle, and sped home. At home, he fearfully narrated the incident to his wife. His wife decided to come the next day to the Muneeswaran shrine with offerings of fruits and flowers, and request forgiveness on behalf of her husband. She went back home fully aware that her genuine plea would pacify the merciful Muneeswaran. Glory to our heroic deity on a horse. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Contact: 016 5303230 Address: Lot PT 127752, Jln Pandamaran, Klang, Selangor. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-7490148749639157132023-07-18T12:09:00.004+08:002023-07-19T20:55:10.970+08:00Sri Renganathar Temple, Kajang (Selangor)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzidyyW4KiscethFLyTAmC656P4YP-nwp1ShbgqL4Gle5V4UtBmXpapsXb6Lq16n_3Ddh7NUD0rsvFw0TAjAjtrwyzsf7lWlZFuvd_1p1uD_DqewDYg7_Zr435Odxhfn-9xnKuomxw4RYeOYvrkA2X99yOJddOCTz8ymFO4Y8QOZq8eXPpYOpAHfw8iTE/s1360/20171229_223614.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="765" data-original-width="1360" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzidyyW4KiscethFLyTAmC656P4YP-nwp1ShbgqL4Gle5V4UtBmXpapsXb6Lq16n_3Ddh7NUD0rsvFw0TAjAjtrwyzsf7lWlZFuvd_1p1uD_DqewDYg7_Zr435Odxhfn-9xnKuomxw4RYeOYvrkA2X99yOJddOCTz8ymFO4Y8QOZq8eXPpYOpAHfw8iTE/s320/20171229_223614.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />On a dewy ethereal dawn in the spiritual Tamil month of Margazhi, an annual festival known as Vaikuntha Ekadasi occurs. Hundreds of unmarried girls march devotionally towards their beloved Sri Renganathar, who is reclined peacefully in a spiritual slumber. The enchanting girls are in attire resembling Goddess Andal, hence<span style="background-color: white; color: #202122;"> their hair is tied in a bun to the side, adorned with jasmine flowers and elaborate jewellery. They have to get past the gatekeeper who is guarding the heavenly 'Vaikuntha' (celestial abode of Lord Vishnu). A discussion ensues, and the essence of Tiruppavai (Tamil hymns by Andal) 16th verse is used as c</span></span><span style="color: #202122; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">onversation between the gatekeeper and the girls. Upon the conclusion of the holy conversation, the dazzling girls dash into the temple. They carry a heavenly '</span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">thulasi' (holy basil) garland around the temple and enter the sacred 'Swarga Vaasal' (Heaven's Gate). These unmarried girls chant the mantra “AUM NAMO NARAYANAYA". This mantra reverberates with much passion and devotion, filling every nook and cranny of temple with abundant love. The resonating love creates a vibration that harmonises the emotions of the attending devotees, and ultimately pleasing Sri Renganathar. This custom is uniquely inherent in this charming temple, as 'bhakti' (devotion) worship is predominant here. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div align="justify"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></div></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGDpip1gfhe27JEtg-BgZ4mZqpKud6VtdZNUPva2AVs6FSr6cGjpVN-3YLTuZH85z-gvsLKnKhHPsvIplFrmGjE414-5YkYgfc7JpXc_1nVAJAq6CYq3KX8GBXjgfN-1xRCuAbbZkp8PcmaalPnuzglkFRBHMflgHjbQeY7T70IY3dsUxBwivJtRgv1NU/s1020/2017-12-29.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="765" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGDpip1gfhe27JEtg-BgZ4mZqpKud6VtdZNUPva2AVs6FSr6cGjpVN-3YLTuZH85z-gvsLKnKhHPsvIplFrmGjE414-5YkYgfc7JpXc_1nVAJAq6CYq3KX8GBXjgfN-1xRCuAbbZkp8PcmaalPnuzglkFRBHMflgHjbQeY7T70IY3dsUxBwivJtRgv1NU/s320/2017-12-29.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="text-align: left;">This petite yet elegant temple has a wide following of dedicated devotees. It was built in 1964 by JKR (Public Works Department) workers</span></span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span>. The workers who were 'Vaishnava' </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">(worship of Lord Vishnu) </span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span>devotees were looking for a location to initiate the worship of Sri Renganathar, to flourish 'Vaishnava' devotion. </span></span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">They found a suitable location within a small forest, whereby in the middle of a thicket, there were trees that took the shape of a 'naamam' (sign on forehead to represent Vaishnavism). The workers promptly chose this location to build a shrine for Sri Renganathar. A</span></span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="text-align: left;"> divine </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">picture of Sri Renganathar from India was installed </span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">at the shrine, and 'Vaishnavism' bloomed sacredly. </span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOaht1BeuYD0kEHCBSmJC2fje9f4BOE0AQLhxraugJ2U79Hq2hmRk4iw8B66y4DAXQU4gnaEEVG3dnlcf9c6UkD17x8MLB-xgH05rWu_I592nG8N-S2OJy_aN2cNogPIO9Y2zDpX1d_Olp_K4U1w9ZH70g3qM3JC-AHN01KunISC31d_UkBn8hMSamVi0/s1600/20171015_084228.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="900" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOaht1BeuYD0kEHCBSmJC2fje9f4BOE0AQLhxraugJ2U79Hq2hmRk4iw8B66y4DAXQU4gnaEEVG3dnlcf9c6UkD17x8MLB-xgH05rWu_I592nG8N-S2OJy_aN2cNogPIO9Y2zDpX1d_Olp_K4U1w9ZH70g3qM3JC-AHN01KunISC31d_UkBn8hMSamVi0/s320/20171015_084228.jpg" width="180" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNpL-E16_LWmJIeDOpLvTx64rY9Vm3NcwhHceSK7Hoj-46InmN1AV_hQkiHc5vW8C9PS8RAlVD-ZGp8wSHxufuKT0wVnewJEBXdDMMcfdYSI0drizNrN2smdA0Y0K42_qFiTE3q6Y8pF5rEWgqtzATQswtIMq0d8O8TUUkuvSdYsAcMXKVwVHkdA2HXZM/s640/20171015_084313.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="360" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNpL-E16_LWmJIeDOpLvTx64rY9Vm3NcwhHceSK7Hoj-46InmN1AV_hQkiHc5vW8C9PS8RAlVD-ZGp8wSHxufuKT0wVnewJEBXdDMMcfdYSI0drizNrN2smdA0Y0K42_qFiTE3q6Y8pF5rEWgqtzATQswtIMq0d8O8TUUkuvSdYsAcMXKVwVHkdA2HXZM/s320/20171015_084313.jpg" width="180" /></a></div></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">The temple follows the </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #202122; font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Pancharatra </span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">agamic method of serving Lord Renganathar, and his consort Goddess Renganayagi. </span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">The temple has a powerful and dominant Anjeneyar and Garuda at the entrance. The two guardians welcome devotees, and protect the vicinity of the temple. The unique reclining position of Sri Renganathar is representative of the deity at the Sri Rangam temple, Tamil Nadu. Sri Renganathar is seated on Adishesha, a five headed serpent who is the king of serpents. There is an awe-inspiring statue of Narasimha slaying the wicked Hiranyakashipu, which is very distinctive to this temple. Many devotees pray to Narasimha to eradicate the ill-effects of black magic and torment from evil spirits. An effortless plea to Narasimha by lighting a ghee vilakku eradicates many difficulties, whereas some devotees perform a Narasimha homam to obtain an enduring solution.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU4q70EQ07LaupYR68KCpAKEZW6yZ7Mr718ysdjVnyTDar8n1rRiRlQUN9AZbabq51ciBAf5AlPHGFyCADa2w1El_yxdJNBnaM52kwpoJbHuH9_mKU4cV4SEu3mhq-rXNercmdPohzxvW59fChjmQnVLfTaNpzOaYrlmvK7H38Ab-JneZTqgPFlir2Rr8/s1020/20190504_103157.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="574" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU4q70EQ07LaupYR68KCpAKEZW6yZ7Mr718ysdjVnyTDar8n1rRiRlQUN9AZbabq51ciBAf5AlPHGFyCADa2w1El_yxdJNBnaM52kwpoJbHuH9_mKU4cV4SEu3mhq-rXNercmdPohzxvW59fChjmQnVLfTaNpzOaYrlmvK7H38Ab-JneZTqgPFlir2Rr8/s320/20190504_103157.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">A magnificent 4 feet Yoga Anjaneyar was installed at the back of the temple in a meditation room. This manifestation of Anjaneyar appeared in a dream to chief priest, Sri Ramanujam. Yoga Anjaneyar has his eyes wide open and his fingers are positioned in 'chin mudra' (type of finger lock for meditation). When the tips of the thumb and the index finger are pressed together, this creates the</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;"> chin mudra. T</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #212121;">he nerve root ending of the fingers emit energy continuously. This energy can be transmitted back into the body with the practice of chin mudra. The index finger touching the thumb creates a circuit to channel this energy back up to the brain, and ultimately the pituitary gland.</span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;"> Additionally, t</span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">he room has a display of colourful pictures of the epic Ramayana. The room is ideal for serene meditation, whereas children can appreciate the divine messages from the epic Ramayana. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSMfRF_MIdLnD7KsZySLqQBU8WX99woFGofpoyRXos1D1lKv3sWqw1NkN4TV5wyAMt_BYjHIUUMJtvlDR1ePzrL1sfCSD0FlQlhSxSgxeV1c-nNGNdqRXzDkdnMvzpqXOuH6OXEy5RWayjg7xrg9uAZtbEOpFbhl6n1t8iYSgwEZ8vI9Lpy54jsWo9_s8/s1020/2018-12-03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="765" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSMfRF_MIdLnD7KsZySLqQBU8WX99woFGofpoyRXos1D1lKv3sWqw1NkN4TV5wyAMt_BYjHIUUMJtvlDR1ePzrL1sfCSD0FlQlhSxSgxeV1c-nNGNdqRXzDkdnMvzpqXOuH6OXEy5RWayjg7xrg9uAZtbEOpFbhl6n1t8iYSgwEZ8vI9Lpy54jsWo9_s8/s320/2018-12-03.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The chief priest of this temple, Sri Ramanuja regularly expounds quotes from the Ramayana and Mahabharatham to temple devotees. Also he involves devotees in temple ceremonies and prayers, and educates them in the importance of devotion and faith. During other spiritual occasions such as Krishna Jayanti, it is very festive at the temple. Male devotees participate in a known as 'uriyadi' whereby they have to break a </span><span style="font-family: arial;">suspended clay pot using a long stick</span><span style="font-family: arial;">. Participants are blindfolded making the game very jovial and fascinating. Female devotees participate in a 'kummi' dance performance which is very entertaining. After the games, the chief priest Ramanuja would tell stories about Lord Krishna and his playful antics towards his devotees. Upon concluding the puja, he would then instruct the devotees to chant Lord Krishna’s Mahamantra. After this was done, a fabulous blue icing cake would be served to Lord Krishna as 'naivedya' (food offering to deities). </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtL0YZZSYotlnJWtSmAi0HPQKWQGc5N0C98VkbggLVr1NYUKOC2Cl8fJwBO37Cy9OcENtDqkKVO3MKgZD2oDQQFBkC72CJpj_uZ7KXBKapn6cKDuBDDoSXx5wyA_L468EZGdchG0Ztfh6DJ_EDu6Rmzal1x-IbL_yQWtSVz7G5kCcfTK1tUBVF4zPNtSM/s1600/20171015_084421.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtL0YZZSYotlnJWtSmAi0HPQKWQGc5N0C98VkbggLVr1NYUKOC2Cl8fJwBO37Cy9OcENtDqkKVO3MKgZD2oDQQFBkC72CJpj_uZ7KXBKapn6cKDuBDDoSXx5wyA_L468EZGdchG0Ztfh6DJ_EDu6Rmzal1x-IbL_yQWtSVz7G5kCcfTK1tUBVF4zPNtSM/s320/20171015_084421.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: arial;">An unique aspect of this temple is the consecration of the Nava Hanuman that resembles the Navagraha's (9 celestial bodies). A devotee that circumambulates the 'Nava Hanuman' attains much spiritual solace. Another mystical aspect of this temple is when devotees seeking clarification on a doubt request chief priest Sri Ramanujam to ascertain the facial expression of Sri Renganathar. If Sri Renganathar is frowning, this signifies failure or denying the devotee's request. Whereas if Sri Renganathar is joyous, it denotes a divine affirmative to the devotee's plea. In conclusion, t</span></span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">he devotees at this temple have much pride in their temple as most sacred occasions have an active spiritual participation. Many devotees feel blessed as they are involved in the spiritual ceremonies, and not side-lined by religious orthodoxy. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="text-align: left;">Address: Km 7, Jln Kajang Puchong, 43000 Kajang. Tel: 03 87680846/019-3052461</div></span></span></div></div>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-85294650543564201462023-06-18T15:42:00.005+08:002023-06-19T15:12:46.403+08:00Arulmigu Thirumurugan Temple - Mambau, Seremban (Negeri Sembilan)<p></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLzj-7QF7OExS_OZ7EXZehUkeevEu_ZGg3hImVeV7a4DymwVy-vxK_EGFPZtOut-ATkOoA35iVXazmA-9ljAgZeDjJ5eeu4SVILhCu0NLX9Kc1YSOlkwMF7T0kYv3UktdrABi3wEbHU41iMQFkxyBVZAcEjLgeG-A-CfspHvEHPoOvjGf2qpgQFnoh/s315/339309219_760625802382242_7872716304183657615_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="315" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLzj-7QF7OExS_OZ7EXZehUkeevEu_ZGg3hImVeV7a4DymwVy-vxK_EGFPZtOut-ATkOoA35iVXazmA-9ljAgZeDjJ5eeu4SVILhCu0NLX9Kc1YSOlkwMF7T0kYv3UktdrABi3wEbHU41iMQFkxyBVZAcEjLgeG-A-CfspHvEHPoOvjGf2qpgQFnoh/s1600/339309219_760625802382242_7872716304183657615_n.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: justify;">Our ancestors revealed that once a deity chooses
a terrestrial abode on 'Bhuloka' (earth realm), the task to undertake this divine
responsibility is conferred upon the shoulders of a chosen ‘thondar’
(volunteer) who qualifies due to their spiritual service. The ‘thondar’ might
have an inkling of the task ahead, perhaps illuminated by an auspicious dream
or an instruction from a spiritual guru. Our beloved Murugan had chosen Nadeson,
a Kaumara devotee to initiate this temple by installing a Murugan statue
at an appropriate date with the assistance of the local community. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: justify;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: justify;">This sacred
act infused Kaumara worship into the nearby Hindu neighbourhoods, who began
fervently praying to Murugan. Festivals such as Thaipoosam and Kanda Sashti
viratham enchanted countless devotees to start praying devotedly to Muruga.
Devotees placed their anxieties, worries and concerns at the feet of their
beloved Muruga, known as ‘vendukol’. Amidst the cries of ecstasy of devotees chanting
‘Vetri Vel Muruganukku Arohara’, the cherished deity Murugan carefully examines
all petitions from his devotees, and ensures abundance of blessings through his
‘Vetri Vel’ (victorious spear). All unpleasantness in life is soon resolved,
and karmic woes are untangled.</span></div><o:p></o:p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKcKQ1zujEjN_ZwukimxskHmrznPcNIOwoetrL4X025FvzGLJlrm3ZbMiaYS3ujufHMaPbIB5ALbrDFhdkZBlvCzNmp0ry1_XB2QC7l3OtZntAaw6XzlqppAR37eZ1rj2hSmoPsjDA51Jmd5svvhE-b4TvNaSUy3PHaBrnevEcP8UzHyOsP0wbTPo4/s315/93010061_206452404140854_2710427227689844736_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="315" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKcKQ1zujEjN_ZwukimxskHmrznPcNIOwoetrL4X025FvzGLJlrm3ZbMiaYS3ujufHMaPbIB5ALbrDFhdkZBlvCzNmp0ry1_XB2QC7l3OtZntAaw6XzlqppAR37eZ1rj2hSmoPsjDA51Jmd5svvhE-b4TvNaSUy3PHaBrnevEcP8UzHyOsP0wbTPo4/s1600/93010061_206452404140854_2710427227689844736_n.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">There are many cherished stories that are retold
with reverence amongst the local Hindu community of Mambau with regard to
Thirumurugan temple. During the 2<sup>nd</sup> ‘Maha Kumbhabisegham’ (consecration
ceremony) of the temple, a pious devotee was involved in the pouring of
sanctified waters from a vessel. He was on top of the temple roof, and held a vessel
to be poured onto the ‘kovil kalasam’ (inverted metal alloy pot on temple’s rooftop). He
inadvertently slipped and was sure to perish. He shouted ‘Muruga, Muruga, save
me’. A dazzling figure rescued the assistant priest by firmly holding him at that
position. The assistant priest sighed a breath of relief and looked around to thank
his saviour, but there was no one next to him. The assistant priest looked up
towards the heavenly sky, and offered his humble gratitude for being rescued
from an untimely death. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigr-M3SzqKCRpSk_l65HSyflAas4yprRJmWsbDg4tGxj1nvLHdIwhe9uyD7MoMAuXjVXys8L9qKVIhflQwCI5AzzNV29GPrrxaj9OtCr_fuNCCOUdeaQrDCjfd2P2Z3ThzoCjW1C-_UfOIk0Jp-jkWTcU_RNVUFE1EO8Dzh1UhC2y42tO8q_G3KQMq/s315/291962640_737523147700441_1973859856740505828_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="315" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigr-M3SzqKCRpSk_l65HSyflAas4yprRJmWsbDg4tGxj1nvLHdIwhe9uyD7MoMAuXjVXys8L9qKVIhflQwCI5AzzNV29GPrrxaj9OtCr_fuNCCOUdeaQrDCjfd2P2Z3ThzoCjW1C-_UfOIk0Jp-jkWTcU_RNVUFE1EO8Dzh1UhC2y42tO8q_G3KQMq/s1600/291962640_737523147700441_1973859856740505828_n.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">The temple finalizes the concluding prayers at
9pm, hence there is not many individuals in the surrounding area thereafter. There
are nearby food stalls adjacent to the temple, catering to the needs of
devotees that frequent the temple. A particular food stall was closing later
than usual. The stall owner was marvelling at the beauty of the ethereal sky,
as it was an auspicious ‘Pournami’ (full moon). The sky was lit up by the cool
gaze of an iridescent moon, and the stars were sparkling with splendour. The
stall owner overheard footsteps coming from the opposite side of the stall. He
was about to inform that the stall was shut, when he noticed a spectacular
event. He was stunned to have witnessed an exuberant looking youth with a radiating
face, decked in gold jewellery and a flower garland, and adorned with a glittering
crown. He stood there momentarily shocked at this unusual occurrence. The splendid
youth smiled at him and then disappeared. The stall owner hastily rushed to
that spot but the youth was nowhere to be found. He could only smell wafts of an
exquisite sandalwood fragrance. He then consulted a spiritual master on that
occurrence, and was informed that a Hindu deity was observing the encompassing
area, and he was fortunate to have witnessed the astounding event. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiYplcdtvhmpXrzzh8pFNd0d784yJOzPaDfA9ySE49RDbF6AgG_IaM5_uF5R2X1FjvbCqn95au_qJY-0gXxSiPkR-2H_sFoMvFN52VnhdlymD4tC7olyiDbkbhicX5VVJ_ayEiwRTkddqXF_uXZariU8i8roENQtJ93CwPZjvgiYPdkBbuEaMoqdMw/s315/339565911_559386256224948_7013246257027418453_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="315" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiYplcdtvhmpXrzzh8pFNd0d784yJOzPaDfA9ySE49RDbF6AgG_IaM5_uF5R2X1FjvbCqn95au_qJY-0gXxSiPkR-2H_sFoMvFN52VnhdlymD4tC7olyiDbkbhicX5VVJ_ayEiwRTkddqXF_uXZariU8i8roENQtJ93CwPZjvgiYPdkBbuEaMoqdMw/s1600/339565911_559386256224948_7013246257027418453_n.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">A well-wisher of the temple happened to pass
along the temple on his motorbike. Unfortunately, the motorbike ran out of fuel
and stopped directly in front of the temple. As he did carry his wallet at that
time, he was wondering on how to resolve the situation. Abruptly a RM10 note
blew to his feet out of nowhere, beckoning to be picked up. He picked up the
RM10 note and proceeded to purchase fuel from a nearby petrol kiosk.
Subsequently he fuelled his motorbike and silently thanked Murugan’s divine assistance
during a calamity. Although the well-wisher is from an Abrahamic faith, his heart was captivated by Murugan after the amazing incident. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx_b-h9Nfrj-h2iO4iLfD5HkYpe2XTWXE66wF28OnH_9ZDu4zIpogEOHf-LiNCVcDFz3yDK0pXtBKXLzecwS_b0xTU3EuGEZeXjkH2SvdsZmJ3r8Tt5nd0FExnrR6oRRb90B_E4DrSx8U0CcMxAAONYHaHFmebXfijHHgAyZAH616_t_ZUEh5r4r-4/s315/92680590_206451207474307_6234292270212841472_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="315" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx_b-h9Nfrj-h2iO4iLfD5HkYpe2XTWXE66wF28OnH_9ZDu4zIpogEOHf-LiNCVcDFz3yDK0pXtBKXLzecwS_b0xTU3EuGEZeXjkH2SvdsZmJ3r8Tt5nd0FExnrR6oRRb90B_E4DrSx8U0CcMxAAONYHaHFmebXfijHHgAyZAH616_t_ZUEh5r4r-4/s1600/92680590_206451207474307_6234292270212841472_n.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Another interesting feature of this temple is the
‘naga puthu’ (snake mound) situated at the rear back entrance of the temple.
‘Naga’ (divine snakes) worship is predominant at this temple, and it is
customary to offer milk and eggs as a token of gratitude. Furthermore the
‘naga’s are fiercely territorial and guard the boundaries of the temple with
utmost dedication. When the temple management had requested a ‘prasanam’ from a
famed astrologer with regard to the temple, the astrologer pointed out this
fact and also informed the exact location of the ‘naga puthu’. The structure of
the temple in its contemporary appearance was given in a vision to Ramayah,
another ‘thondar’ of the temple. Murugan had given a detailed design on the
precise architecture of the temple, which was then transformed into reality by
Ramayah and his band of fellow Kaumara ‘bhakta’ (devotee). Rest assured,
Murugan will take care of the temple and its devotees in years to come. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Contact: 012-6021696 (Ramayah), 012-3601632 (Rajamanickam)</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Address: KM6, Jln Port Dickson, Mambau, 70300 Seremban</span></p><p></p>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-76439208963589152152021-08-17T18:58:00.007+08:002023-10-20T07:58:15.843+08:00Sri Anggala Parameswary Pechaiamman Temple - Kuala Selangor (Selangor)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: #202124; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R2V8xLfo2ek/YRuUwoEMx6I/AAAAAAAAFHI/GCsYXYf6Rso3qh5TocR-l8D0YozyWHoTQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1024/WhatsApp%2BImage%2B2021-08-17%2Bat%2B16.04.24.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="392" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R2V8xLfo2ek/YRuUwoEMx6I/AAAAAAAAFHI/GCsYXYf6Rso3qh5TocR-l8D0YozyWHoTQCLcBGAsYHQ/w522-h392/WhatsApp%2BImage%2B2021-08-17%2Bat%2B16.04.24.jpeg" width="522" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Sworn to protect her
devotees both living and departed, the goddess has her throne mounted horizontally
on earth, as she has reclined to the flat ground. She gazes towards the
celestial skies. Upon gazing above, she negates the evil aspirations of the 'Navagraha' (Heavenly Nine) on her protected followers, and guides them to a safer path. No
evil intrudes this revered land as the goddess and her band of divine guardians
ensure a palpable armour of an indiscernible barrier, shielding the temple. Hidden
from the prying eyes of the uninitiated, the temple is located in a lush
plantation estate. ‘Shakti’ appeasing rituals are conducted for the goddess to
magnify her prowess, as the goddess’s sole aim is to guard her flock of
devotees. <o:p></o:p></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background: white; color: #202124; line-height: 107%;"><span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background: white; color: #202124; line-height: 107%;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyUPIkaliTKCkISYVe-k71vIdI1ck5_CfmnBgO5wN6z0bMq-rPQoAGqPx9VqTsExIevBLdWO1N_s_QRVZLGatECetYS1Oj5L2GabX1zzGt303eXdrlg72i1q5L4UsR3oWH4seMpxMhbl1TI6AQBigBfdVMlemky_hSgul_DjILcq2L2iCkMb14ItwsAHI/s1020/2023-01-22.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="765" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyUPIkaliTKCkISYVe-k71vIdI1ck5_CfmnBgO5wN6z0bMq-rPQoAGqPx9VqTsExIevBLdWO1N_s_QRVZLGatECetYS1Oj5L2GabX1zzGt303eXdrlg72i1q5L4UsR3oWH4seMpxMhbl1TI6AQBigBfdVMlemky_hSgul_DjILcq2L2iCkMb14ItwsAHI/w300-h400/2023-01-22.jpg" width="300" /></a></span></span></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background: white; color: #202124; line-height: 107%;"><span><br />This ancestral temple hails
from a culturally immersed village of Maniyanoor. It is about 14km away from the
famed Ardhanareeswarar temple at Tiruchengode. Another temple situated closely
is the magnificent Namakkal Anjenayar temple, approximately 31km in distance.
Generations of families had been custodians of the powerful Anggala Parameswari
at Maniyanoor. A spiritually devoted couple named Marimuthu Mudaliar and his
wife Karuppayee had been caretakers of this temple in Maniyanoor village. Seeking
better fortunes in the famed land of </span></span><span style="line-height: 107%;"><span>Malaya, they travelled across
the seven seas. Upon reaching Malaya, they travelled to the thick plantations and worked laboriously to provide a better future for their
offspring. They continued the worship of Sri Anggala Parameswari at their hut
with fervent devotion. Soon the goddess commanded the couple to build a shrine
at a prescribed divine location. A few divine objects that were brought along from
their ancestral ‘kuladeivam’ temple in Maniyanoor, were buried according to ‘shakti’
practices in a sacred spot in this new shrine for their mother, Sri Anggala
Parameswari. </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="background: white; color: #202124;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kd5uhjTXzwQ/YRuU_oUtmfI/AAAAAAAAFHQ/E_EDxr7lY0sdktXTNQ2OOW9WLNMjgVj8ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1024/WhatsApp%2BImage%2B2021-08-17%2Bat%2B16.06.16.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="383" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kd5uhjTXzwQ/YRuU_oUtmfI/AAAAAAAAFHQ/E_EDxr7lY0sdktXTNQ2OOW9WLNMjgVj8ACLcBGAsYHQ/w511-h383/WhatsApp%2BImage%2B2021-08-17%2Bat%2B16.06.16.jpeg" width="511" /></span></a></div><span><span style="font-family: arial;">Due to the intense faith of Karuppayee, a sacred ‘manputru’
self-manifested on the grounds of the shrine. Karuppayee with her divine
intuition knew this was a sign of the goddess, and together with her close-knit
relatives moulded the holy mound to the shape of Sri Pechaiamman found in her
ancestral temple of Maniyanoor. Many miracles soon followed thereafter. Wishes
of marriage was soon solemnized and boons of offspring was granted. Numerous devotees
started attending puja regularly at this shrine. The traditions of this shrine
were different from other Hindu temples, as it follows the ‘sampradaya’ (tradition)
of its ancestral temple in Maniyanoor. One such tradition is to sprinkle
turmeric and vermillion on the goddess, sparking a divine response from Sri Pechaiamman.
During this act, devotees utter their ‘sankalpam’ (wishes) and circumambulate
the goddess in dedication.</span></span><p></p>
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the guidance of Karupayee. Village folk came seeking a solution to their difficulties,
and with the intuitive powers blessed by the goddess, Karupayee was able to
resolve their complications. Families experiencing a delay in conceiving
children, marital delay, marital disharmony, all came seeking the goddess’s divine
remedy. Those affected by astrological obstacles such as ‘naga dosha’, ‘kalyana
dosham’ often found their problems resolved at this shrine. The same intuitive energy
was passed down as a boon to every subsequent temple custodian. After many
years, Arumugam, Karupayee’s son became the custodian of the shrine. Chellapan,
his maternal uncle took care of the shrine as Arumugam returned to his native
village. Chellapan dedicated 40 years of his life towards rejuvenating this
shrine. He built a small temple for Sri Anggala Paramweswari using his own
savings. After that, Kurunathan (PJK) took over the temple, and managed it with
the assistance of his father, V.Ramasamy.</span></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzpVxkzrJvYiuKq1yBaG7FTotZD-oWHJupWkpnxN7KS59AzheFOdouiUat_vD1zEYITNK9VQcFeSdbSsnCSihGZ1hyphenhyphen6Xtohb0zWQAxDoJ32i1qPN42jAT8K7NPTtZvkwhlDBAkk0emFJ_4taaRalFNpjg_J7vgaGB6yWi7JhxibUXxgegkfGy5KBepzgE/s1020/2023-02-06.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="574" height="448" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzpVxkzrJvYiuKq1yBaG7FTotZD-oWHJupWkpnxN7KS59AzheFOdouiUat_vD1zEYITNK9VQcFeSdbSsnCSihGZ1hyphenhyphen6Xtohb0zWQAxDoJ32i1qPN42jAT8K7NPTtZvkwhlDBAkk0emFJ_4taaRalFNpjg_J7vgaGB6yWi7JhxibUXxgegkfGy5KBepzgE/w252-h448/2023-02-06.jpg" width="252" /></a></span></span></div><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br />Countless devotees have experienced mystical blessings at
this temple. A resident staying nearby had an excruciating leg ailment, was
instructed by the goddess in a vision to visit her at this temple. He soon
recovered and became an ardent devotee. This devotees’ son was also entangled
in a terrible motor accident which wounded him severely. Divine mother
instructed the devotee’s wife in a dream, to come along with her son to the
temple. Both of them came to the temple and faithfully followed certain rituals
till her son was completely healed. A daughter of a devotee was faring badly in
her school results, terribly upsetting the father. Divine mother requested the
devotee to bring his daughter and guided the rituals to be performed at the
temple. Soon after the girl bloomed into a bright student and aced her
examinations. Many other devotees fettered by black magic follow certain
rituals at the temple until divine mother breaks their chain of sorrow. Many
entrepreneurs dealing with ‘bhoomi’ (earth’s ground) based businesses such as
property, mining, agriculture seek the goddess blessings before initiating a
new venture.</span></span><p></p>
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Sunday and is celebrated on a grand scale. Devotees congregate to pay tribute
to their divine mother with fervour and devotion. Many of the rituals conducted
here are customary to the ancient practices found in the ancestral temple of
Maniyanoor. Hence, it is imperative that devotees attending ‘puja’ request
guidance from the temple authorities. Some powerful areas of the temple include
a glorious ‘trisulam’ at the feet of Sri Pechaiamman. Its aura shatters the
shackles of any negative vibration held on an unsuspecting devotee. An ancient
neem tree hallowed by mystical blessings seeped in the ground, is a wish
fulfilling tree. Devotees tie a cloth inserted with a pebble or a coin, make an
appeal to the goddess, faithfully tie this petition on the branch of the neem
tree, and finally circumambulate with complete devotion. The goddess determines the merit of each
appeal, and blesses accordingly.<o:p></o:p></span></span><p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Contact person: Mr.Kurunathan (PJK) 019 2560236<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Address: Sri Anggala Parameswari Pechaiamman Temple, Ladang Bukit Talang, Jalan Raja Musa, 45000 Kuala Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Thundering from the tranquil village of Chemor, mighty Veerakaliamman is adorned with smears of vermillion and turmeric grips her 'trisulam' poised to strike. Gazing intensely from her majestic throne, the goddess Veerakaliamman is the ultimate Shakta sanctuary in Malaysia. Her 18 hands clasp an array of weapons to eradicate 'asuric' forces hostile to her devotees, but also to bequeath her ardent followers with spiritual bliss and abundant prosperity. Temple records indicate that the temple was established in 1969. Prior to that the goddess was consecrated on a copper 'trisulam' in a temporary shrine at the same location. Currently the 'trisulam' has been installed at the temple entrance, whereby devotee's pierce green lime on the 'trisulam' as a sacred offering. Mr.V.M.Sundaram, who had passed this route regularly, was mesmerized by the divine ambience emanating from the shrine. He was reminded of the guidance given to him by an Indian 'Nadi' astrologer that his life destiny was intended to build a temple for goddess Veerakaliamman. The </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">astrologer clairvoyantly stated the exact location of the temple that should be built for the goddess, where the shrine of Veerakaliamman was located. </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Mr.V.M.Sundaram de</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">cided then to renovate the shrine with a group of Hindu youths, and together formed a temple committee. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Soon thereafter, a palatial temple was built for goddess Veerakaliamman. </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Animal sacrifice that was erroneously performed was ceased immediately by the temple committee. Many saints have graced this temple, yearning for a glimpse of goddess Veerakaliamman. Most renowned among them is Sri Durgai Siddhar from Padappai, Tamil Nadu, who had founded the famed Jaya Durga Peetham temple. During his sojourn at Chemor, the siddhar composed a song for the goddess, 'Kanthamalai Sree Veerakaliamman Arul Malar Maalai' which is sung to the goddess daily by the temple priests. Many miracles occur at this temple, as the presence of the goddess is palpable. Lorry drivers who frequently travel on the route passing the temple often witness a radiant lady decked with gold jewelry and draped in glimmering sari seated at the entrance of the temple. Many devotees who pray to the goddess experience the duality of her contrasting behavior as the eyes of her statue sparkle with exuberance when joyful </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">but her eyebrows arch in anger when displeased. The fortunate few have had visions of her appearing as a child, blessing her devotees by gently untangling their persistent karmic debt and gently goading them in continuing their spiritual journey. Once during a festive occasion, the temple had run out of rice and urgently needed it to prepare 'ponggal', 'tairu satham' and 'puli satham'. However, the goddess came to the temple's aid by alerting an ardent devotee to deliver bags of rice that very same day. Another unusual incident occurred after the daily 'abisekham' of the goddess, whereby a devotee had accidentally taken back a silver plate belonging to the temple. That night, the devotee dreamt of goddess Veerakaliamman informing her of her misdemeanor and to return the temple's property straight away. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The goddess is believed to have a fondness for lotus, hence many devotees bring garlands of lotus to decorate Veerakaliamman, and fill the inner sanctum with lotus petals. The goddess's divine power include the boon of wealth, hence 'cowrie shells' were concealed below her statue to amplify the ambience of endowing prosperity. Many devotees throng the peepal tree in the temple compound as an obeisance to the goddess. Prayers and invocations are silently uttered whilst wrapping a pebble in a cloth after which is tied </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">upon the sacred tree. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">There are many interesting characteristics of this temple, including a majestic horse statue and a splendid long sword belonging to Karuppusamy, the guardian deity of this temple. Many devotees after completing their prayer to goddess Veerakaliamman, circumambulate the horse and Karrupusamy for blessings of unexpected wealth. </span><br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JRgHsmeTq1I/VDY1jU2CWSI/AAAAAAAAAoA/V3jfTZIlfp8/s1600/DSC_0015.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JRgHsmeTq1I/VDY1jU2CWSI/AAAAAAAAAoA/V3jfTZIlfp8/s1600/DSC_0015.JPG" height="213" width="320" /></a> <span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>Tawsi Malek to the Yezidis, Quetzalcoatl
to the Aztecs, Subramaniyar to the Hindus, the Lord of the peacock mount is all-pervading.
Guha which denotes cave in Sanskrit is associated with Lord Subramaniyar, primarily
due to the connotation that Divinity is permanently within us, in the deepest
cavity of our hearts. This cave labyrinth was moulded by the tidings of time,
upon the gentle sways of ancient ocean floors. Mighty dragons were entrusted to
guard this cave, hence endowed with impenetrable layered sheathing, mouths conflagrant
with roaring fiery breath and talons that tatter steely stone. Unseen to most
but only to those with mystical vision, these mighty beasts shield this cavernous
acropolis from all unknown predator. The plumed mount, dancing and swaying its feathers
to distract the abstract, the commander of the celestial army descends to
inspect. Contented that all conditions have been adhered, ‘rishi’s’ are
initiated with Lord Subramaniyar’s divine decree to forge a spiritual haven. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span></span><div class="text" style="text-align: justify;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-118TMDYidvc/VDY1otc6YkI/AAAAAAAAAoI/wKfcmjlI_sM/s1600/DSC_0009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-118TMDYidvc/VDY1otc6YkI/AAAAAAAAAoI/wKfcmjlI_sM/s1600/DSC_0009.JPG" height="213" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>Decades later, a pious individual labouring
as a cowherd in the vicinity, was conferred upon with a vision of a childlike
Lord Subramaniyar in a cave along with guidance to establish a shrine. Upon discovering
the sacred cave, a ‘Vel’ was consecrated on an abandoned anthill in the inner
cavern. Thereafter unceasing divine worship commenced with offerings of
fragrant flowers and aromatic fruits, waves of camphor and wisps of incense. Drippings
of water flowing through the cavernous terrain sculpted a limestone image of an
elephant, signifying the manifestation of Lord Ganesha, the beloved elder sibling
of Lord Subramaniyar. Many Hindu devotees witness this mystical spectacle upon
entering the cave. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>The pregnant happiness of
receiving offspring eludes the numerous, however is sacredly resolved at this spiritual
abode. Many families having been blessed with offspring here often come back,
decades later with their grown-up children to receive a similar blessing. Those
with malefic planetary affliction on their astrological natal charts often come
here during auspicious days to fast, meditate, and pray, imploring Lord Subramaniyar
to alleviate the harsh blows of their adverse circumstance. Thus, blessed
devotees who endure this routine persistently with spiritual fervour, often escape
unscathed from devastating disasters, resolve amicably domestic disputes, and
overcome monetary misfortunes. One such devotee, who was undergoing severe
financial difficulties, was blessed with a flourishing business after much
suffering. As an act of devotion, the devotion contributed monetarily towards
the renovation of the temple. </span></span></span></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3QyqFrZpWbU/VDY1tNTB68I/AAAAAAAAAoQ/n041xR_Z2iU/s1600/DSC_0013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3QyqFrZpWbU/VDY1tNTB68I/AAAAAAAAAoQ/n041xR_Z2iU/s1600/DSC_0013.JPG" height="320" width="213" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span> The cave is decked with
stalagmites and stalactites similar to temple pillars, is territory to a
spiritual guardian, a ‘shweta nag’. It marks its presence during festive
occasions such as Pournami and Thaipusam. Many devotees, who experience grief
during ill-fated planetary phases pray for relief at Bhairava’s shrine, often
find some respite especially if their prayer is genuine. Another interesting
feature of this temple is Panchamukhi Anjaneyar shrine, which was installed by
the temple committee members, on the instruction of a renowned Nambodiri
priest. The priest upon meditating at the temple insisted that a shrine should
be built for Panchamukhi Anjaneyar, and will be beneficial for devotees who
suffer unjust court litigation, wicked rumormongering, and prejudiced
dispensation of justice. </span></span></span></div>
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</span></span><div align="left" class="text" style="text-align: left;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>Map:
<a href="http://www.kaumaram.com/aalayam/kepayang/map.html">http://www.kaumaram.com/aalayam/kepayang/map.html</a></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>Contact
– Sundararasu (Chairman) 019 5556494</span></span></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-15814489268238346322014-05-19T12:32:00.005+08:002014-05-19T12:32:45.575+08:00Arulmigu Nagammal Aalayam – Ipoh (Perak)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vvQSajN66qU/U3mJKh7k9UI/AAAAAAAAAeQ/P1hYmcZ7K6I/s1600/10311752_10152148257725017_2239562111117130090_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vvQSajN66qU/U3mJKh7k9UI/AAAAAAAAAeQ/P1hYmcZ7K6I/s1600/10311752_10152148257725017_2239562111117130090_n.jpg" height="320" width="244" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The descendants of Kashyapa and
Kadru, the mystical ‘nagas’ (divine snakes) coiled upon ‘Nagaloka’ (realm of
the nagas), alighting themselves amongst the thunderous lighting, descending
torrentially amongst the thick foliage of tropical jungles long before the
Hindu kingdoms in Malaya were established. Slithering amongst mud, muck and
mulch, mounds were established to shelter their celestial sojourn. Custodians
of treasures, thickets and temples, the nagas became pivotal as predestined by
the celestial realms. Decreed to bite the absolute evil or those ordained to
die prematurely, ‘naga dosham’ was termed as such by the discerning. Boundaries
were secured, hierarchies were succeeded, and customary divine leaders
selected. To perpetuate their existence in ‘Gangga Negara’ (ancient Hindu
Kingdom of Perak), a queen was chosen within their upper ranks. The queen,
known for spiritual competency, tantric dexterity, and divine sagacity, guided
her ‘nagas’ on their duties, demeanour and dependencies. In time, neighbouring
dwellers came to know of this celestial manifestation, and sought refuge from
the karmic shackles imbued upon them by the shadow planets. Unleashing her
serpent power, the queen resolved to guide humanity’s spiritually strayed, by
permeating cosmic ‘shakti’ (divine energy) on the dark blots of their
vulnerable astral bodies, hence unshackling their destiny. The liberated, beholden
by the queen’s spiritual blessings built a shrine for her and her retinue,
under a peepal tree. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As the dust of time expunged
memories of the shrine combined with movement of populace, the new inhabitants
of this locality unaware of their divine surroundings plodded about,
inconsiderate in stride, offending the queen and her aides. Although divine, the
‘nagas’ code of ‘dharma’ (rightful conduct) permitted self-perseverance, hence
they rustled, hissed and rattled, intimidating the local inhabitants. The residents
were counselled, by an elderly woman blessed by inner vision, thereafter
resumed devotional worship at the ‘naga’ shrine. However, the truce was momentary
as the shrine was adjacent to a path designated to be a trunk road. The
imminent calamity had to be allayed; hence the queen was yet again consulted by
the very same elderly woman. Chanting inaudible ‘mantras’, her ‘kundalini’
energy rose through her spine, and her eyes lit ablaze. The atmosphere
electrified, the elderly lady slithered back and forth, culminating with a
raised striking arms arching with her head, predicating approval. As the queen
assented, soon a parcel of land was obtained for the relocation of the shrine.
To signify the past, grounds of the mound were taken together with a sapling of
the peepal tree. Funds were pooled, resources were collaborated and materials
were supplied, soon a temple was raised. To secure the orderliness of the
temple, a committee was elected. The newly elected ‘thailavar’ (temple
chairman) was informed surreptitiously the queen’s intention, a vision in a
trance-like dream. The queen’s image was to be carved on black granite, seated
on a coiled cobra with its head raised, having 4 arms, one which holds the
divine ‘trisulam’. Amongst the guardian deities of this temple, Lord Hanuman’s
presence is significant. During the month of ‘Aadi’ approaching ‘Aadi Puram’,
whereby the foremost festival of this temple is grandly celebrated. Lord
Hanuman’s flag is hoisted outside the boundary of the temple, displaying
‘Sanjeevani Hanuman’. Lord Hanuman’s presence ensures the spiritual events of
the temple are accomplished with divine perfection.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Many mystical events have occurred,
reinforcing ‘naga’ worship in this divine abode. Into the wee hours of night, an
industrial tycoon concluded his obligations for the day, and returned home. Passing
the temple, he glanced momentarily and was bewildered to see a woman clad in a
glittering yellow sari, her cheeks glowing daubed with turmeric, her hair
decked with fragrant jasmine, disappearing into the sealed carved doors of the temple.
Separately, an unassuming devotee, who had come to the temple on a full moon
day, witnessed the mating of a ‘naga’ pair. Such extrospection violates ‘naga’ lore;
hence the devotee’s vision was momentarily blurred until the appeasement of
Nagammal, supplicated through worship and offering of milk ablution, flowers garlands
and fruit trays. Another devotee who frequented the temple during the holy
month of ‘Aadi’, met with a tragic accident on its 18<sup>th</sup> day, had a
gashing wound on his knees hence incapacitating his movement. Swiftly a young
girl appeared at the scene, knotted a yellow sari cloth on the injury,
murmuring prayers and kept the devotee conscious. She then dutifully handed him
over to his grieving parents, and furtively disappeared out of sight. Lastly, a
lady devotee who was pining for offspring heard the magnanimity of Nagammal,
immediately journeyed here. She ardently prayed, beseeching her innermost
desire, tears trickling down her dismal cheeks. After several months, her
yearning was granted, thus in gratitude she donated a golden crown, used as
‘alankaram’ (adornment) for the deity. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Address:
Contact: </span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-74005551163596991352014-02-06T12:29:00.002+08:002022-01-03T08:29:53.512+08:00Sri Maha Kaliamman Temple – Maxwell Hill, Perak<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span face="Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size: small;">Mesmerised by ornate flowers, lullabied by chirping birds, soothed
by clicking beetles, and elated by serenading cicadas, the unassuming devotee
will be enamoured by the pristine beauty of Maxwell Hill. The spiritual
serendipity befits the devotee, who discovers this alluring Kaliamman temple
that will soften even the most callous of souls. The goddess summons her
children to embrace her motherly boundless affection, pacifying their
anxieties, blessing their earthly desires, whilst gradually detaching their
karmic shackles. The temple, languidly huddled on Maxwell Hill, built by the
Pillay brothers, Rama and Kochdai, to abode the goddess’s respite from the
transcendent heavens. The bearer of the mystical ‘trisulam’, she wanders
through dust and dew, witnessing the dancing duality of our reality. The Hindu
families, who laboured tea, flowers and vegetables, took refuge at goddess’s
feet, filling their sorrowed hearts with spiritual devotion and calming their
aching muscles with spiritual fervour. The offspring of these families have
journeyed away, scattered throughout Malaysia and beyond, seeking prosperity
and knowledge. But the calling of the goddess allures them back to their
origin, customarily during auspicious festivals, when flags are hailed,
processions are held and offerings are handed. </span></span></div>
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<span face="Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ocEgs_AKI8s/UvMOxyzI1XI/AAAAAAAAAa8/oTcLDm4uvV8/s1600/229860_425988887459885_837856335_n.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ocEgs_AKI8s/UvMOxyzI1XI/AAAAAAAAAa8/oTcLDm4uvV8/s1600/229860_425988887459885_837856335_n.jpg" width="320" /></a>Every Friday and ‘Pournami’, the enthralling ‘Kalika Trishati’ is
recited to the goddess, thus emanating pulsating, twirling vibration, magnified
beyond the four thresholds of the temple, pervading the forest with resplendent
‘shakti’. Oftentimes, the attending unassuming devotee will be blessed, hearing
the graceful bells of the enigmatic dancing ‘kolusu’. Other times, the delight
of the goddess’s swaying ‘kolusu’ is replaced by the rhythmic beating of the
‘udukai’, perhaps indicative of the goddess’s unpredictable mood, salient only by
sound. And only sometimes, those with the transcended visual clarity of the
inner eye have beheld the goddess, awed yet humbled. The effulgent spirit of
the goddess became the adoration of Madhava Swamy, a reclusive spiritual soul,
radiant internally yet nondescript outwardly. The isolation was solace to the
swami, who performed austerities for lengthy periods in solitude. In his
dreamlike trance, he often spoke to the goddess, conceivably comparable to an
infant and his affectionate mother. He had been blessed with ‘deivam vakku’,
and appropriately counselled the goddess’s believers the spiritual approach to
overcome hindrances and triumph endeavours. </span></span></div>
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<span face="Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size: small;">The turbulent nature of the goddess transcends the limited cognizance
of mortals, each stride towards her peels layers of our perceived reality. The
devout, who beg for her blessed nuances, lament for her protective glance, and
wallow for her divine advent, will surely be blessed. Nonetheless those who
seek to implore her darker side will temporarily have beseeched her goodwill,
only to be annihilated under distress. Passing devotees who have come to pay
tribute have been coaxed by the goddess to stay back, warned by impending
danger. Those who have distressed her solitary fortress are deprived of sleep, only
to come back falling at her divine feet, begging for forgiveness, subsequently
forgiven by the ever-merciful goddess. The yearly Navaratri is discernible by
the conspicuous kaleidoscope of colours, scents, observances, and rituals. Barks,
braches and twigs are sought for the sacrificial fire, including trays of
herbs, fruits, spices, and roots. ‘Nei’ poured, ‘mantras’ uttered, ‘sankalpam’
supplicated, and finally ‘purhanuti’ offered, culminating the propitious ‘Kali
Homam’. The scorching fire, peaks and scales, fierier and wilder, effusively
blessing all in its zenith moment. </span></span></div>
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<span face="Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size: small;">Address: Maxwell Hill, 34000 Taiping, Perak. Contact: Thoraraisa
(013-4802615), Rama (017-5793421)</span></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-33530637392497143782013-10-29T16:26:00.000+08:002013-10-29T16:26:35.489+08:00Arulmigu Sri Subramaniar Alayam – Kerling, Selangor<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The
foundation of this temple in Kerling is sacredly cradled by the adjacent flowing river,
which abundantly nourishes the revered ground. Eras ago, a wandering ‘sadhu’ (spiritual
monk), had meditated on the river bank, for the spiritual sustenance of the
land. He was brought out of his tranquil contemplation, by the wailing cries of
a married couple. Startled, he then strolled towards the couple, and enquired
the reason for their tumultuous behaviour. The couple gloomily replied they
were ill-fated, trodden with bad luck, and lacked the will to be alive, as they
were not blessed with offspring. Upon hearing this, the monk considerately
admonished them, and gave valuable advice on how to deal with unfavourable
circumstances in life. Instinctively, the monk then waded into the river, until
the iridescent water reached his waist, and heaved out a glowing, dense, rock
resembling ‘Bala Murugan’ (baby form of Lord Subramaniar). <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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of spiritual believers, often afflicted by incurable diseases who ardently pray
at this temple, often miraculously obtain a salvation to their malady within 21
days. Devotees who experience ill-fate, personal complications, pledge an oath
to Lord Subramaniar to balm their festering mental anguish. Those, whose
problems have been resolved, often observe ‘kavadi’ (ritual dance) for the
Thaipusam festival held at the temple. Lord Subramaniar’s ‘vahana’ (mount), a
wild peacock had graced the festival once, miraculously appearing in the temple
compound, swayed on the curvatures of the ‘vimana’ (tower above main sanctum),
and displaying its gorgeous plumage. Another miracle that occurred in the
temple, during a grand ‘yagna’ (ritual fire ceremony) in the premise of the
temple, was a fiery formation of ‘Bala Murugan’ during the ’poornahuti’ (final
offering), testament to all-pervading presence of Lord Subramaniar. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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contracted a mysterious ailment, and was informed by his medical doctor to prepare
for the end of his days. Succumbed by calamity, nonetheless with a sliver of
hope, the priest instantly started meditating in the inner sanctum of the
temple, contemplating on Lord Subramaniar. After several days of meditation,
the priest’s health rapidly recovered, overwhelming the ailment. Another spiritual
marvel was the healing of a 7 year old mute boy. The parents of the young boy
brought him to the temple, in sheer desperation as they were deeply concerned
for their son’s wellbeing. The priest etched Aum on the boy’s tongue, using a ‘Vel’,
devoid of piercing it, and the boy immediately started speaking. In addition,
many clairvoyant devotees have witnessed a vision of Lord Idumban guarding the boundary
of the temple, safeguarding the safety of devotees. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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of the temple’s significant attractions are the adjacent river, and lotus pond.
Many spiritual aspirants who are undergoing ‘Naga Dosham’, often pray at the
temple, and perform milk ‘abisekham’ on Naga Amman at the river bank, whereas
those distressed by black magic are advised to bathe in the river, and then
pray to Lord Subramaniar. ‘Tarpanam’ prayers are often held during ‘Mahalaya
Amavasai’ to appease ancestors, and remove ‘pitru dosham’. The lotus pond is
often sighted with ‘deva’s’ (celestial beings), bathing and humming melodious
tunes, therefore is considered auspicious. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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by Goddes Thuropathai, yields prevailing control of the five elements of ‘bhuloka’
(earth), which is fire, space, wind, water and earth. Those who worship her
will benefit the material aspect of spiritual evolution, as Goddess Thropathai
was destined for this role in her deific exaltation. The Goddess is an
important figure from the epic Mahabarata.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>As narrated from the Narada and Vayu Puranas, Goddess Thuropathai is a combined
celestial representation of Goddesses Shyamala (wife of Dharma), Bharati (Wife
of Vayu), Sachi (wife of Indra), Usha (wife of Ashwinis) and hence married
their earthly counterparts in the form of the five Pandavas. The temple is estimated
to have been built in 1863, in a rustic style of design. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It has been recently renovated, and upon
completion the ‘Maha Kumbabishegam’ (Hindu temple ritual) was performed on 11<span style="font-size: small;"><sup>th</sup>
December 2005.</span></span></span></div>
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Variyar</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"> had visited
this temple twice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He had silently
meditated in this sacred space, and observed the prevailing actinic vibration
of Lord Thandayuthapani. </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">Bangaru Adigalar from Melmaruvathur, had also
graced this temple, and performed an auspicious ‘yagna’ (ritual fire ceremony)
for the benefit of female devotees. This temple is propitious for the
contentment of devotees, as Goddess </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">Thuropathai incessantly blesses the deserving with wealth, health and
happiness. Childless couples, who often pray here, are miraculously blessed
with offspring. The blessed couples often come back, contributing towards the
upkeep of the temple. A sick Punjabi lady with a long-standing ailment had a
vision of Goddess Thuropathai. In the vision, she received a spiritual
instruction whereby to obtain ‘kungkumam’ (red turmeric), lime, and ‘abisegham
tirtham’ (holy oblation) from the temple, and to continuously bathe with the
sacred substances. She was cured within a couple of days, and became a
steadfast devotee of Goddess Thropathai. Numerous devotees that pay homage to
this temple obtain water from the temple well to bath, citing its astonishing healing
properties, especially for skin disease. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The temple has 4 ‘gopuram’ (monumental tower), whereby the
‘Raja Gopuram’ is elegantly elevated, infused with Dravidian architecture, highlighting
the structural beauty of this holy abode for Goddess Thuropathai. The temple is
filled with heavenly murals, and divine sculptures, comprising the 108 Tandava
dance phase of Lord Shiva, the marriage of Lord Ganesha with Buddhi and Siddhi,
and the 63 ‘Nayanmar’ saints representing Saivism. As the temple has 2 main
deities, Lord Thandayuthapani and Goddess Thuropathai, the deities have a
separate inner sanctum, as well as a separate ‘kodi maram’ (flagpole). The accompanying
deities include Lord Ganesha, Lord Shiva, Goddess Visalatchi, Sri Krishnan, Sri
Hanuman, Sri Kamatchi, Sri Bairavar, Sri Aravan, Sri Katteverayan, Sri
Periyachi, Lord Nadarajan, Sri Nagar and the ‘Navagraha’ (9 planets). Since the
temple has two main deities, therefore separate festivals are conducted for
both deities during the passage of a Hindu year. The festival for lord Murugan
is celebrated on Vaigasi Visagam, whereas for Goddess Thuropathai, a month-long
festival is celebrated in ‘Adi’ month, culminating with a sacred fire-walking
ceremony, participated by pious ‘Shakta’ devotees.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-56014660764759237262012-12-31T15:02:00.000+08:002014-01-20T12:06:37.661+08:00Arulmigu Sannasimalai Andavar Temple – Cheng, Malacca<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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to a mysterious ‘jeeva samadhi’ (spiritual tomb) of an unknown Hindu saint from
India. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Upon entering the premise of the
temple, you will feel the spiritual energy reverberating from the ‘jeeva
samadhi’ wafting fragrantly throughout this holy place, as though allowing
devotees to breathe gallons of ‘moksha’ (self-realisation of the soul). This
saint is thought to have come from India, and had settled in this part of
Malacca, almost 120 years ago. According to the historical archives of the
temple, the saint practised a daily worship of a Shiva Lingam, and meditated on
a nearby hill, hence the origin of the temple’s name, which translates as the
saint’s hill. As ‘abisekham’ (pouring of libations) for the Shiva Lingam, the
saint had daily obtained fresh milk from a cowherd. Strangely one day, a cow
and calf appeared at the saint’s premise, and thereafter provided the essential
milk for the ‘abisekham’. Although the cow and its calf have long passed away,
a sculpture in remembrance of these divine creatures has been enshrined in the
temple. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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medicine, he was always sought by people of the surrounding areas, to cure
ailments that modern medicine could not remedy. Amongst his devotees, was an
Indian of ‘Nattukotai Chettiar’ ancestry, who tended to the needs of the holy
saint. This man donated the land whereby the temple sits currently, and was
also responsible for establishing the ‘jeeva samadhi’ for the saint. Before
attaining ‘jeeva samadhi’ the saint handed over the Shiva Lingam to the Indian
man, and ordained him to perform the necessary spiritual rites for the Shiva
Lingam. Soon the Indian man established a temple for the Shiva Lingam, but
consecrated the temple as a Lord Muruga temple, hence invoking the grace of
Lord Shiva’s holy son, Lord Muruga. Many devotees have witnessed a vision of a
golden hued, youthful Lord Muruga, smiling dazzlingly from the inner sanctum of
the temple, beckoning devotees to receive his vibrant ‘darshan’ (spiritual
grace). The blessings of Lord Muruga are apparent here, with the sudden appearance
of a peacock, which is known to be Lord Muruga’s vehicle. The temple
authorities contacted the Malacca zoo, inquiring is there was a missing
peacock, but the zoo management indicated otherwise. The sudden appearance of
the peacock at the temple, without anyone in sight, has prompted many devotees
to belief that this is a divine blessing from Lord Muruga. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">During Masi Magam festival, Hindu devotees from all over
Malaysia will make a pilgrimage to the Sannasimalai Andavar Temple. The two-day
festival will begin with the journey of a silver chariot bearing a statue of
Lord Murugan adorned with flowers, fruits, and adornment. The spiritual journey
will start from Malacca’s oldest Hindu temple, Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi
Temple. The 8km journey to Cheng, will be trailed behind by frenzied barefoot devotees,
some breaking coconuts, others carrying ‘pal kudam’ (milk container) on their
heads as a sign of gratitude. Most of these devotees are completing a vow made
to Lord Murugan, requesting his spiritual blessings for achieving good wealth, health
and happiness.</span></span><br />
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-1334110613874237882012-12-25T16:13:00.001+08:002013-02-08T12:59:17.185+08:00Panching Sivan Temple (Charas Cave) – Kuantan, Pahang<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Established majestically to tower its surrounding is the pristine Charas cave,
the abode of an immensely mystical Sivalingam. Ascending the steel stairs, as
though soaring towards Kailasam, Saivite devotees will bask in the splendor of
Panching Sivan temple.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lord Shiva, the
dweller of Saivite hearts, resides in this mystical setting, encouraging
devotees to rise into the realms of spirituality. The Sivalingam was brought to
the cave in 1989 by Nachitram, a lawyer from Negeri Sembilan. At that time, the
lawyer had visited Charas Cave, to a Buddhist Temple which was built nearly a
hundred years ago. During his visit there, he met with a ‘Siddhar’ (Indian Sage)
in the cave, who advised him to bring a Sivalingam and install in the cave. He
had forgotten this spiritual instruction, but was gently reminded by a close
associate. He immediately flew to India to purchase the black marble Sivalingam,
and got it shipped to Malaysia. Upon returning it to Panching, he was informed
by the Buddhist temple that there was never a presence of an Indian man in the
caves. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></div>
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several Indian sages who meditate in the cave, but are concealed to the public,
however manifest occasionally to dispense spiritual guidance. Dr.Sethugavalar, the
temple President, together with other noble Hindus arranged workers to haul the
9 feet tall Sivalingam to the entrance of the cave, an <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">astonishing 150 feet up.
From there, the Sivalingam had to be gradually rolled into the cave for
distance of another 100 meters for installation, and was placed facing north. The
temple committee sought the assistance of a leading temple builder in the
country, Sthapati Thannirmalai. The sthapati came to the temple and advised the
temple committee that the position of the Sivalingam is currently facing north,
but would be more auspicious if facing east. He also mentioned that there
should be a Bramapaham for the Shivalingam. After carrying out the sthapati’s
instructions, the temple committee arranged a Maha Kumbabhishegam on 8th<strong> </strong></span><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">June 2008 with the participation of 2,000 devotees.</span> <o:p></o:p></span></strong></span></span></span></span></div>
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profession and also an expert numerologist, had been giving advice on
numerology, changing the karmic patterns of many people. Due to this, he
accumulated some of the karmic vibrations of other individuals, and was advised
to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Twice he had tried to enter Lord Shiva’s
temple, but was unsuccessful, obstructed by heavy karmic hindrances. Then, the
mystical Lord Shiva from Panching temple appeared in a vision to Ir.A.Sivabalan.
In this revelation, he saw a dazzling Sivalingam up in cave on a hill nearby
Kuantan. He inquired from his friends on the whereabouts of a Shiva Temple in
cave near Kuantan. He was informed there was a temple in a hill cave in Panching,
which is in close proximity to Kuantan. Ir.A.Sivabalan immediately visited Panching
cave. Upon arriving he knew this was the location he witnessed in his vision a
few months ago. With an enormous spiritual resolve, Ir.A.Sivabalan brought his workers
to Charas cave in to renovate the Shiva Temple including erecting a steel
staircase structure leading up to the entrance of the cave. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></div>
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around the vicinity of this temple, and even on top of the Shivalingam. ‘Shweta
Nag’ are supposed to be great devotees of Lord Shiva. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This holy </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">cave has a number of natural images,
including a five faced ‘naga' (holy snake) on the roof of the cave, with water
trickling from its mouth, dripping continuously onto the holy Shivalingam</span>. Also
evident is a formation of Lord Ganesha. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">At present the temple has daily
poojas and is open daily from 9.00am to 5.00pm. Celebrated grandly are the
twice a month Pradosha fast, and the yearly Maha Shivaratri.</span> <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></div>
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Kuatan/Inderah Mahkota, pay the toll, at the traffic light turn right and drive
14 kilometer, sign board displaying Gua Charas, will lead to a cave for the
Sivan temple. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-15389937967317170072012-11-04T20:35:00.002+08:002012-12-26T14:53:53.794+08:00Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple, Malacca <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Chettiar community from South
India were profoundly involved in the construction of Hindu temples, especially
dedicated to their loving Vinayagar. As mercantile tradesmen, they travelled
the world, but also brought along their worship of Lord Vinayagar to Malacca. <span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">Located at Jalan Tukang Emas, <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple </span>is
the oldest Hindu temple in Malaysia, built in 1781. This street is called
Harmony Street because of the close proximity of holy sanctuaries of different
religions in this area. The sanctuaries here are the<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Cheng Hoon Teng Temple</span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">, the </span><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Kampung Kling’s Mosque</span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"> and the <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Sri
Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple</span>. The temple was built a land donated
by Kapitan Thaivanayagam Chitty, a distinguished Indian resident residing in
Malacca. <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As many Hindu ancestors from
Malacca had a close association with this temple, that bond has been reinforced
over time, creating a strong connection with the Hindu families residing in
Malacca. </span></span></span></span><br />
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affixed to the name of the temple as it is believed Lord Vinayagar blesses all
devotees with sincerity, which can be interpreted to be as receiving divine
blessing wholeheartedly without any compromise. Hence all devotees who come
here will get their wishes fulfilled. Many devotees have dreamt of Lord
Vinayagar blessing their ailments to be cured, by merely applying ‘vibuthi’
(holy ash) on their forehead. Once, a pious devotee was in hospital, had a
vision of Lord Vinayagar reassuring him that he would soon recover, and
requested him to perform ‘archanai’ (prayer) at the temple after he recovers
from the ailment. The devotee soon recovered, and immediately performed the
prayer at this temple. Many soon to wedded couples come here to obtain the
blessings of Lord Vinayagar prior to their marriage. The conviction is that
Lord Vinayagar will bless their marriage ceremony to be without obstacles, and
to ensure a blissful and joyful conjugal marital life. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar
Moorthi Temple </span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">is the main focal point for the
Hindu community in Malacca as it links with all the other Hindu temples in
Melaka. Most festive temple processions are initiated in the <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi </span>temple
before proceeding back to their own temple. Some of the notable festivals celebrated
here is the Datuk Chachar Festival and Masi Magam. The Dutch influence in the
architecture of the temple is remarkable, as it distinguishes the structural
design of this temple with other South Indian Hindu temples. This is evident in
the details of the entrance, walls, columns, vaulted domes and the roof of the
temple. Most South Indian temples have sculptures of deities, sages, angels on
the ‘gopuram’ (monumental tower). Instead in this temple, the ‘gopuram’ is a </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">three-leveled
tower with blue molded edges and arch niches with relief images. In addition, each
of the columns of this peak tower has a triangular hole-accent at its center as
with the perpendicular base where a line of triangles run horizontally.
Sculptures of sacred cows adorn the fenced rooftop of the temple, signifying
blessings of wealth and happiness. </span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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25, Jalan Tokong 5, 75200 Malacca. Phone: 06-2829343/06-2883599<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-30892086540830414492012-09-12T21:54:00.003+08:002012-09-24T17:45:20.906+08:00Sri Veeramuthu Mahakali (Kungumangi) – Ipoh, Perak<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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tranquil abode of worship is pulsating with divine Goddess energy, sanctifying every
nook, cranny and corner. The moment you’ve set foot in this temple, the imprint
of spiritual exuberance will alter your life eternally. The sight of holy
trisulam, the smell of lime, kungkumam, neem, the chanting of Vedic Sakthi
mantras, the feast of ‘prasadam’ (offerings of food), and the spiritual
vibration that tingles your skin, stimulates the five senses into spiritual
serenity. The temple itself had its origins steeped in mysticism, enshrined as
single trisulam under neem tree, deep inside the bushes of Kampung Chekadi,
Ipoh. In this temple, the conviction of the Hindu worshippers of Divine Goddess
has never been in vain, as she constantly nurtures each devotee with spiritual
sustenance and divine love. </span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hgC6UXVr09o/UF8D3pBchwI/AAAAAAAAAPE/V5P8b7vPWw0/s1600/IMGP0037.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hgC6UXVr09o/UF8D3pBchwI/AAAAAAAAAPE/V5P8b7vPWw0/s320/IMGP0037.jpg" width="276" /></a><span lang="EN-SG" style="line-height: 115%;">Many
devotees have had the divine opportunity of witnessing Mahakali, as a beautiful
lady, draped in a bright, yellow sari, having a turmeric complexion and adorned
with gold jewellery, and having a big, red, ‘pottu’ (dot on forehead). There have
been many miracles in this temple, one which involves ‘kungumam’ (red turmeric
powder), which has given this temple the title “Kungumangi”. On 25<span style="font-size: small;"><sup>th</sup> of July 1980, the first
Mullaipaligai festival was celebrated. This festival comprises of placing 9
assorted beans into an earthen pot for 9 days, and carrying the pot to a nearby
river, and back to the temple. At the height of the ritual, ‘kungkumam’ started
emitting from the Goddess’s forehead, sprinkling all over the Goddess’s statue
and the Mullaipaligai pots. This
incident which was recorded in the history of the temple brought throngs of
Hindu devotees from all over Malaysia to this temple, all eager to see this
spiritual phenomenon. Another remarkable tale which is the talk of this temple,
is whereby a non-Hindu who when happened to pass the temple, tore the
decorations and religious banners that were hanging outside the temple. She
immediately felt someone slapping her, and upon returning to her residence,
discovered to her exasperation, that her vision became blurry. She sought the
help of many hospitals, and medical doctors, but to no avail. She then requested
the advice of a ‘bomoh’ (shaman), who then informed her that she had violated
the protocol of spirituality, and earned the wrath of a Hindu Goddess. In sheer
desperation, this lady returned to this temple, and begged for forgiveness. Due
to the kindness of the Goddess, the lady soon recovered from her ailment, and
she became a staunch devotee of Goddess Kaliamman. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">The trisulam of this holy abode is renowned
for countering the negative elements, such as witchcraft, black magic, evil
spells and disturbances of spirits. Devotees seeking help, will place 3 limes
on the jagged edge of the trisulam, and pray for the blessing of Chandi Devi. </span><span lang="EN-SG" style="line-height: 115%;">Another
major event of this temple was in 1986, when the Sri Nava Chandi Homam was
conducted in this temple. The Homam itself was prompted by the Goddess, when
she appeared in the vision of 3 temple committee member, instructing each one
to pour ‘ghee’ (clarified butter), spiritual offerings and a ‘sari’ (silk
cloth) into a fiery pit. The Homam was conducted by 9 priests, and celebrated
very grandly. An elephant was brought for the ‘Gaja puja’ (worship of
elephants), a cow for ‘Go puja’ (worship of cows), a horse for ‘Asva puja’
(worship of horses), and finally 108 ‘sumangali puja’ (prayers done to invoke
the blessings of married women who have lived long and enjoyed a prosperous
family life). </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-SG" style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Address: <span style="font-family: "Calisto MT","serif";">P.O.Box 490, Kg Chekadi, Buntong, 30100 Ipoh.</span> Phone:05-2548469</span></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-39271597206034928032012-08-06T14:20:00.000+08:002012-08-12T22:14:52.812+08:00Petaling Estate Sri Maha Mariamman Alayam (Old Klang Road), Kuala Lumpur<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mariamman
is an <span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">ancient</span>
goddess, who is generally portrayed in a sitting position, her upper right hand
carrying a ‘damaru’ (hourglass shaped drum), ‘trisulam’ (trident) in her upper
left hand, a long sword in her lower right and a kapala (bowl) in her lower
left. A five-headed cobra rises above her crown, indicating that she is the
queen of snakes. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One of her hands usually
displays an ‘<span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">abhaya</span>
mudra’, to ward off fear. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Petaling
Estate Amman temple had humble beginnings, but now is a resplendent, spiritual
fortress for the Hindus of this vicinity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It was built by a British company, (Harrison & Crossfield), in the
early 1890’s, for the welfare of its significant Hindu workforce. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eYp66eAwh1U/UCezcDD28LI/AAAAAAAAAOk/I1D1qHUK3S0/s1600/IMGP0004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eYp66eAwh1U/UCezcDD28LI/AAAAAAAAAOk/I1D1qHUK3S0/s320/IMGP0004.jpg" width="240" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As
soon as you step foot into this spiritual stronghold, you are transported, body
and soul, into a different dimension that pulsates with soothing spiritual
vibrations. The presence of the Goddess is greatly felt, as she takes a
personal note on the well-being of her devotees, ensuring that every plea,
petition or prayer, no matter how trivial or complicated, is attended to by
herself and her troop of ‘devas’ (spiritual beings). It is no wonder why her
‘shakti’ (divine energy) is so greatly felt, as this temple often conducts
‘Homa’ (fire ceremony), which include ‘Chandi Homa’, Pratyangira Homa, Gayathri
Homa. In addition, every Pournami and Amavasai, a Navavarna puja is conducted.
This puja is closely associated with Goddess Mariamman, as it includes
offerings of 9 types of salutation, 9 types of flower , 9 types of ‘abisekam’
(oblation), 9 types of prasadam (food offering). Temple devotees have had many
visions of the Goddess, in dispensing advice and instructions. During the
temple renovation, the temple committee chairman and his members had visions of
the Goddess instructing them on the intricate details of the temple restoration
work, which include ‘Ranjhita Bandhanam’ (metal strip around deity pedestal),
which employs silver. Goddess Mariamman, also known to ward of diseases, has
cured the illness of her staunch devotees. One such devotee, whose infant
daughter had contracted a high fever, and was not cured by conventional
medicine, immediately sought refuge in Goddess Mariamman.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Soon after, the devotee dreamt of an old man
coming out from the temple’s inner sanctum and applying ‘vibhuti’ (holy ash) on
her daughter. The daughter soon recovered, and both pray ardently to Goddess
Mariamman, in dedication and gratitude. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This
temple is distinct as it has ornately, hand carved granite statues of
Navagraha deities, including Surya Bhagavan riding in his chariot, and his
2 consorts. The deities were donated by the late Tun Sambanthan, and are more
than 60 years old. In addition, there are two very large ‘trisulam’ (trident)
at the entrance of temple, striking as an abode of ‘shakti’ (divine energy). The
Maha Meru yantra which has been consecrated in the inner sanctum, has been
forged by ‘aimpon’ (5 metals), and coated with gold. The late Sambamoorthy
Sivachariar from India, when he visited the temple, commented that the presence
of the Goddess is greatly potent, however should be harmoniously maintained,
thru a Maha Meru yantra. The elaborately engraved silver chariot is a sight to
behold, made from 170 kilograms of silver, and depicts impressions of articles
of the Goddess Mariamman. Another interesting detail of this temple is the 8
‘bali peedam’s’ (sacrificial alter) around the temple, which is not common in
Malaysia. Throughout the temple are lavishly carved granite pieces, and
beautiful brass ornaments, especially at the entrance and the inner sanctum,
which have given a spiritual serenity and radiant glow to this temple. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Address:
No.5, Jln Station (Kg.Pasir Baru), Batu 5 ¾, Jln Klang Lama, Kuala Lumpur. Tel:
03-77818106<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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beautiful coastline of Pulau Pangkor has a hidden treasure, vaulted deep in its
sandy beaches. Kaliamman, the ferocious form of Shakti, is indeed an unpolished
diamond, and moreover is deeply protective of her adoring devotees. Like a mother who constantly looks over her
flock of children, she looks after the welfare of Pangkor residents, and guides,
protects and nurtures them. Nestled on the beaches of Pangkor, the temple is a
beacon of spirituality. The past of Kaliamman
temple indicates that fisherman from India built a shrine for this goddess 150
years ago, to protect them from the turbulent, unpredictable, deadly waves of
the sea. They had installed a ‘trisulam’ (trident), and lit up camphor, lime
lamps, and offering of flower, before proceeding to the sea. After a good
catch, there was usually an animal sacrifice, which is not practiced anymore. Later
on, the shrine was renovated and devotees installed a granite statue of
Kaliamman, beneath a neem tree. In the earlier days of the temple, it was in
close proximity to the beach, so much so that during Amavasai (new moon) and
Pournami (full moon) the sea used to ascend the silky sands of the beach, just reaching
the blessed feet of Kaliamman. </span></span></div>
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are many tales of endearment of this temple, which describes her predominant presence.
A blind man, who used to live near the temple, had always lamented his
deplorable condition. One day, the blind man heard a mysterious, raspy voice,
instructing him to light oil lamps at the Kaliamman temple, and that his
blindness would be cured. He earnestly followed this spiritual edict, and over
time his blindness was completely cured. As a mark of devotion, he used to
carry ‘kavadi’ (spiritual dance) for Kaliamman during the yearly Masi Magam
festival until he passed away. Another tale was that the granite statue of
Kaliamman was stolen by bandits, and thrown into the sea. A deeply anguished
devotee, dreamt of her telling that she was in the sea, and gave a precise
description of where to find the statue. Soon she was found, and all her
devotees rejoiced with a celebration. Many devotees have had scintillating
visions of the goddess. Some have seen her sitting on a rock, combing her deep,
black hair, under the shiny moon glow of Pournami and Amavasai. Others have
seen gentler form of Kaliamman, in the form of a small girl with silver anklets,
running around the temple, and its inner sanctum. </span></span></div>
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most distinct aspect of this temple is that it faces the sea as well as the direction of east. Therefore
it has a twofold feature, whereby devotees are blessed with the energy of the
sun, as well giving the opportunity for devotees to bathe in the sea to remove negative energy. In
addition, the temple has a 60 kilogram ‘trisulam’ facing Kaliamman, forged from
‘aimpon’ (5 metals). It is 6 feet in length, and has engravings of the sun,
moon, 27 ‘nakshtra’ (stars), 12 ‘rasi’ (moon sign), and other holy symbols. The
highlight of this temple is during Masi Magam, whereby the temple’s annual ‘tiruvila’
(festival) is celebrated with much joy, pompousness, and spiritual glee. During
this annual festival, the deity is taken around the temple and is taken to the
sea to be bathed in 'kadal tirtham' (seawater), before proceeding back into the temple. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span lang="EN-SG" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">Address:
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</div>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-37182540804565788762011-11-14T18:08:00.016+08:002011-11-14T18:29:33.190+08:00Sri Thendayuthapany Alayam, Cameron Highlands (Perak)<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Qd3MaPO59Dk/TsDrDTJvc9I/AAAAAAAAAOI/6_gmwPM1-9k/s1600/04.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Qd3MaPO59Dk/TsDrDTJvc9I/AAAAAAAAAOI/6_gmwPM1-9k/s320/04.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5674793972400092114" border="0" /></a><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >This massive s</span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >piritual edific</span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >e was planned, constructed and managed by the early Hindu settlers </span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >of Cameron Highlands, mostly from Department of Road Works. It is believed to have been initiated by Govinda Chettia</span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >r, a pious devotee, who wanted the Hindu community of Cameron Highlands to receive the divine blessings of Lord </span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >Thendayuthapany. The initial structure of the temple was built in 1930, and was later renovat</span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >ed several times to accommodate the growing number of the Hindu community in Cameron Highlands. To date, it is the biggest </span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >Hindu temple in Cameron Highlands, and serves the Hindu community to its utmost capacity. </span> </div><p style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:180%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P8fQ1UPVYNk/TsDq0ewbc1I/AAAAAAAAAN8/8Rim2KpQzWU/s1600/03.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P8fQ1UPVYNk/TsDq0ewbc1I/AAAAAAAAAN8/8Rim2KpQzWU/s320/03.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5674793717817111378" border="0" /></a></span><span style="line-height:115%;Times New Roman","serif"font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >The temple’s yearly ‘Tiruvila’ (Temple Celebration) is held on Chitra Pournami, and is conducted in a grand scale. Hundreds of staunch devotees descend from all over Malaysia, and Singapore, to participate in the ‘Tiruvila’, and show their gratitude to Lord Thendayuthapany. The temple has a strong following of the Chinese society, mostly from the business community. These businessmen seek the blessing of Lord Thendayuthapany before a business endeavour, and if successful, contribute back to the temples as an act of gratitude. Lord Thendayuthapany in Cameron Highlands is also famed for blessing offspring to childless couples. Many couples seek Lord Thendayuthapany’s spiritual intervention to obtain an offspring, and their pleas are mostly answered. Some ardent Hindu devotees have had the vision of Lord Thendayuthapany in this auspicious temple, as a youthful deity, holding the eternally powerful ‘Vel’ (Divine Spear). The statue of Lord Idumban has also been consecrated at this temple, and his ‘shakti’ (divine energy) is supposed to be very strong. Many devotees seek his blessing to cure ailments, black magic curses, financial difficulties and domestic problems.</span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><p style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;Times New Roman","serif"font-size:180%;" lang="EN-SG" >The ‘shakti’ (divine energy) of this temple is alluringly powerful due to the gold ‘yantra’ (sacred diagram) consecrated at the bottom of main sanctum. As gold contains the highest spiritual element amongst all metals, hence it is able to transmit divine blessings from the heavens upon the visiting devotees to this temple. Another important aspect is the ‘Vel’ and ‘Kodi’ (flag) of this hilly temple. Both are the primary symbols of Lord Thendayuthapany, and are made from silver, which is the second most auspicious metal after gold.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:115%;Times New Roman","serif"font-family:";font-size:12.0pt;" lang="EN-SG" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="line-height:115%;Times New Roman","serif"font-family:";font-size:12.0pt;" lang="EN-SG" > </span></p>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-21048723293239335432011-08-07T15:35:00.014+08:002011-08-07T16:04:46.661+08:00Arulmigu Arumugaswamy Dhevasthanam, Kangar (Perlis)<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--ay87m7-AGw/Tj5FvfSbqNI/AAAAAAAAAN0/FyYRTqQLAyk/s1600/IMG_0020.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 251px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--ay87m7-AGw/Tj5FvfSbqNI/AAAAAAAAAN0/FyYRTqQLAyk/s320/IMG_0020.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638020465669417170" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">Originally built in 1968, this </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">majestic temple is distinctive as it is one of the rare temples in Malaysia whereby Lord </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">Muruga is in his fierce battle form, ever ready to annihilate evil ‘asuric’ (demonic) forces. The </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">mighty Lord Arumugaswamy presides here as a six faced deity with his two consorts, Sri Valli </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">and Sri Devayanai in the main ‘moolasthanam’ (inner sanctum). </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">Lord Arumugaswamy’s statue is made from ‘Karungkal’ (black granite), whereby his </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">front three faces are face forward and the other three faces the back. Each of </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">Lord Arumugaswamy’s twelve hands holds a weapon to </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">suppress the ‘asuras’. </span></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:130%;" > </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-align: justify; line-height: 200%; font-family: arial;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sqDrAOCvyTg/Tj5FMmx-XiI/AAAAAAAAANs/ri5pV0-J_qs/s1600/IMG_0019.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 239px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sqDrAOCvyTg/Tj5FMmx-XiI/AAAAAAAAANs/ri5pV0-J_qs/s320/IMG_0019.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638019866385341986" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:130%;"><span style="line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">A significant historical moment of th</span></span><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:130%;"><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">is temple was in December 1981 when the late Swami Kirubanantha Varriyar visited the temple. In July 1992, the temple was again blessed by the visit of the late Swami Kirubanantha Varriyar. He counselled the temple management to take great care of this temple, as there were only few temples in the world that had Lord Arumugaswamy, in his six faced form in the ‘moolasthanam’ (inner sanctum). </span><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">In January 2005, the temple was visited by an Australian Hindu, Carl Vadivel Belle. He was on his holy pilgrimage to Malaysia for Thaipusam and made a visit to the temple. He felt the mystical spiritual presence of Lord Arumugaswamy when he entered the temple.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:130%;" > </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-align: justify; line-height: 200%; font-family: arial;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">Another important aspect of this temple is the Golden ‘Vel’, which was donated by a spiritual aspirant in Perlis. The Golden ‘Vel’ has been since used in many major temple festivals, particularly for ‘Vaigasi Vishagam’. </span><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-US">The festival ‘</span><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB">Vaigasi Vishagam’</span><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span style=" line-height: 200%;" lang="EN-US">is observed in the month of May-June, on a full moon day. The day is supposed to be whereby Lord Arumugaswamy incarnated in this world to battle evil ‘asuras’. </span></span></p><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:130%;" > </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; margin-left:18.0pt;text-align:justify;line-height:200%"><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:130%;" ><span style=" line-height: 200%; " lang="EN-US">Address: Jalan Jubli Perak, Bukilt Lagi, 01000 Kangar, Perlis. 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src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a2yJNHAuldQ/TWoH3HAhsxI/AAAAAAAAAM4/EJMtBBmrHFs/s320/IMGP0173.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5578279731807236882" border="0" /></a></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:arial;font-size:130%;" ><span style="line-height: 115%;" lang="EN-SG"><span style="">As there is very few temples dedicated to Goddess Laxmi in Malaysia, this shrine stands out like a blooming pink petal lotus on murky mud. In the 1960’s, a Hindu devotee by the name of Mr.Samy brought a Laxmi statue to Malaysia from the sacred Tiruvanamallai hills from Tamil Nadu, India. He chose to build a shrine for Goddess Laxmi in the outskirts of Ipoh town, as there are plenty Hindu residents in this area. In addition, the selected area was in a jasmine orchard, therefore more apt for the worship of Goddess Laxmi. In 1990, the shrine was renovated, and was completed during “Varusha Pirappu” (Tamil New Year), hence a yearly festival was held during the “Varusha Pirappu”. During this period, the previous cement statue was replaced by a granite statue, to allow the pouring of ritual “Abhisekham” (liquid oblations).<br /><br /></span></span></span></div> <p class="MsoNormal" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="line-height: 115%;" lang="EN-SG">This shrine is renowned for the blessings of offspring to childless couples. Many Hindu couples from around Malaysia come to this temple to seek Goddess Laxmi’s blessings to have children, and are never disappointed. In addition, Goddess Laxmi always takes care of her ardent devotees, ensuring their welfare is her priority. There was an old lady who used to take of this shrine. She used to clean the shrine daily, and light the “Kuthu Vilakku” (Oil Lamp). Her spiritual chores were taken over by a full time priest, as she was getting old. Due to ill-fate, the old devotee became paralysed. Despite her disability, she visited the shrine daily, praying to Goddess Laxmi. Her spiritual endeavour was blessed by Goddess Laxmi, as the devotee soon recovered from her ailment. Another dedicated devotee used to offer lotus flowers every Friday to Goddess Laxmi at this shrine. On the way to work by motorcycle, the devotee was knocked by oncoming vehicle. Despite the motorcycle becoming a total wreck, the devotee was completely unscathed. A crowd of onlookers claimed to have witnessed a bright light hovering around the devotee during the accident. Some devotees have also had visions of Goddess Laxmi, giving spiritual advice when necessary. The vision of Goddess Laxmi, was described that she was seated on a pink lotus, had brilliant golden complexion and was wearing a luminous green sari with pink borders.</span></span></p><div style="font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: justify;"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="line-height: 115%;" lang="EN-SG">There is also an idol of Nagamman at this shrine, who is the guardian deity of this shrine. Her existence is confirmed by the presence of a very large cobra, which frequents the shrine after dusk. Devotees who come late to the shrine have witnessed the cobra slithering out of the shrine. In addition, there is a “Trisulam” in this shrine, which is supposed to have been located in this shrine since the establishment of the shrine. </span></span></p><div style="font-family: arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: justify;"> </div><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: justify;font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="line-height: 115%;" lang="EN-SG">Address: 142, Jalan Lahat, Ipoh, Perak. 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The calm and refreshing vibration in this temple is spiritually intoxicating, nourishing for the soul, plucking off every worry in the stifling mind. This temple is strategically located opposite a Hindu burial ground, whereby the ashes of the crematorium are blown towards the entrance of the temple. Temples of this type are rare, and are known as ‘moksha’ (spiritual salvation) temples. </span></span></p> <span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB"></span></span></div> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 21.6pt; text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB">T</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB">he ‘Shiva lingam’ (denoting the infinite energy of the Lord Shiva) which has been consecrated in this temple, originates from the holy river Ganges in Kashi, India. The original founder of this temple, Dr.Viswalingam had made a pilgrimage to India. As he was bathing in the holy Ganges river, he found this sacred ‘Shiva lingam’. This particular type of ‘Shiva lingam’ comes only from Narmada River, located i</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB">n the west of India. This ‘Shiva lingam’ from Narmada river has been made popular by the movie ‘Indian Jones and the Temple of Doom’, whereby Indiana Jones was searching for the sacred ‘Shiva lingam’. </span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: times new roman;"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 21.6pt; text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/TPIi2y47AWI/AAAAAAAAAMo/4g4-gdzZRk8/s1600/Ahthieeswaran%2BTemple%2BRaja%2BGopuram%2B7.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 211px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/TPIi2y47AWI/AAAAAAAAAMo/4g4-gdzZRk8/s320/Ahthieeswaran%2BTemple%2BRaja%2BGopuram%2B7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544532416015303010" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB">The faithful devotees who ardently attend to ‘Puja’ (Act of reverence through invocations, songs, prayers and rituals) at this temple are abundantly blessed. A dedicated lawyer, who has been actively serving this temple, was promoted to a judge. Another p</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB">rominent businessman, who was having a downturn in his business, soon regained the profitability of his business after repeatedly donating for ‘Abhishekam’ (Pouring libations on the consecrated deities). In addition, there was an ill-stricken cancer patient, who continuously recited the ‘<span style="">Mahamrityunjaya Mantra’ (A life restoring mantra dedicated to Lord Shiva), was miraculously cured in 3 months. </span></span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: times new roman;"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 21.6pt; text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB">Address: Jalan Pusing, Sentul , 51000 Kuala Lumpur.<br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 21.6pt; text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span lang="EN-GB">Tel: 03-4041 1028</span></span></p>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-9099830421442388122010-09-21T22:12:00.008+08:002010-09-21T22:21:38.897+08:00Muthu Mariamman Temple, Muar (Johor)<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try 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Many devotees pray to this village deity to remove chicken pox or small pox. Hence the adjective ‘Muthu’ is given whereby the gentle goddess takes the disease upon herself, relieving her devotees. A shrine dedicated to Goddess Muthumariaman was believed to have been built in Muar town more than 100 years ago. It was renovated in the 1930’s by prominent Hindu businessman of the town and established as a temple. Initially there was a ‘trisulam’ (three pronged trident) in the main sanctorum, but was replaced by a granite statue.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-align: justify; line-height: 150%; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;">One of the founders of the temple, Mr.Subbayah was an ardent devotee of the Goddess, and had taken her to be his ‘Kula Deivam’ (ancestral deity). After his daily trip to the temple, only then would he begin his chores. Due to his fondness towards Goddess Mariamman, Mr.Subbayah was blessed with a vision of the deity. In this divine revelation, he was told by the Goddess that during the yearly ‘Kovil Thiruvila’ (temple festival), she was always paraded around the temple in a chariot. The trip had always made her tired, and she gracefully requested to build an ‘Oonjal’ (swing).</span><span style=";font-size:130%;" > </span><span style="font-size:130%;">This was to allow devotees to swing her on the ‘Oonjal’, and chant soothing lullabies that will let her sleep. After this vision, Mr.Subbayah immediately built the ‘Oonjal’, and initiated the ‘Oonjal’ ceremony. Goddess Muthumariamman is ever endearing to her loyal devotees, especially in crisis. Once, a lady devotee was quarrelling with her husband. After the verbal disparage, the lady devotee decided to spend the night at the temple. Unable to sleep at night, she had a dream of Goddess Mariamman patting her back, encouraging her to sleep, and reassuring that everything would be better the next day.</span><span style=";font-size:130%;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-align: justify; line-height: 150%; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;">The former <strong style="font-weight: normal;">President of Singapore, Mr.Sellapan Ramanathan who was born in Singapore but had spent his childhood in Muar, had vivid memories of this magnificent temple, which he often visited. Mr.Ramanathan and his wife Mrs.Urmila visited the Muar Muthumariamman temple on Sunday 10 June 2007, paying homage to their beloved deity. The unique aspect of this temple is the 13 day ‘Kovil Thiruvila’. It is held once a year, and is always overlapping the ‘Navarathri’ (Nine nights) festival. The festival is held in honour of Goddess Muthumariamman, and each day she is worshipped with intricate rituals, until the culmination of the festival. </strong><strong></strong></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 18pt; text-align: justify; line-height: 150%; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;">Address: 29, Jln Mohammadiah, 84000 Muar. Tel: 06-9515470</span></p>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-83305101564682683532010-08-29T08:59:00.026+08:002013-04-19T16:51:43.317+08:00Nagamalai Alayam, Muar (Johor)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sH4oPm0gbGc/USDWBCc7DjI/AAAAAAAAAGg/p9xBkUNhuoU/s1600/scan0009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="215" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sH4oPm0gbGc/USDWBCc7DjI/AAAAAAAAAGg/p9xBkUNhuoU/s320/scan0009.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: 130%;"></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 130%; line-height: 115%;">Naga Amman had blessed Gopala Menon with inner vision, and therefore was given spiritual instructions easily. The snake mounds were the private abode of Naga Amman and her seven virgin maidens, Lord Ganesha, Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and Lord Muneeswaran. Gopala Menon came daily, lighted up camphor for the shrine and performed prayers. Soon, many devotees started attending the prayers and word got around about this hill forest temple. Many ardent devotees witnessed the movement of ‘nagas’ (divine serpents) around the vicinity of the temple. Some have witnessed a golden hued ‘naga’ coming out from the mound, slithering away into the forest. Other devotees have heard ‘Naga Kanni Oli’, whereby is a powerful sound indicating the movement of ‘nagas’. One particular day, Gopala Menon found a coconut with a trunk shaped shoot. He was then instructed by Naga Amman to build a shrine for Lord Ganesha at the bottom of the hill. This was to allow devotees to obtain blessing from Lord Ganesha prior to ascending the hill forest temple. </span><span style="font-size: 130%;"><br /></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 130%; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/THnZfN5-LxI/AAAAAAAAAMI/lZ-lCknz5LQ/s1600/IMAGE_139.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510674749396496146" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/THnZfN5-LxI/AAAAAAAAAMI/lZ-lCknz5LQ/s320/IMAGE_139.jpg" style="float: left; height: 240px; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; width: 320px;" /></a>Certain rules were established by Naga Amman, and conveyed to Gopala Menon. Those were to restrict devotees ascending the temple hill after 7pm, as the ‘nagas’ would come out in human form during this period. Naga Amman also advised to restrict menstruating women praying at the shrine, prohibit meat and alcohol, and to disallow footwear on the sacred hill. Devotees wishing to perform prayers for Naga Amman are advised to bring fresh cow’s milk, jasmine flowers, ‘payasam’ (sweet dessert) or ‘sakkara pongal’ (rice pudding). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-82632696922124437212010-03-28T14:59:00.013+08:002011-07-31T08:32:48.232+08:00Sri Veerakathy Vinayagar Temple, Rawang (Selangor)<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S7vCC5fUFMI/AAAAAAAAALw/hheAKPkJr-o/s1600/2009_07120029.JPG"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S7vCC5fUFMI/AAAAAAAAALw/hheAKPkJr-o/s320/2009_07120029.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457168728537175234" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">The suffix “Veerakathy” denotes an aggressive form of the presiding deity in this temple. Lord Vinayagar is the iconic guardian deity of this vicinity, and protects all his devotees fiercely, when the necessity arises. A famous philanthropist of this town had a vivid dream of Lord Vinayagar. Lord Vinayagar instructed him to build a shrine under an “Arasa Maram” (banyan tree). The shrine would allow Lord Vinayagar to protect the welfare of his devotees. The philanthropist immediately installed a statue of Lord Ganesha under an “Arasa Maram”, and offered the burning of camphor on a daily basis. In 1943, the shrine was constructed into an elegant temple, by the effort of the surrounding inhabitants from Rawang town. The first Mahakumbhavishegam was held in October 1944, whereby a priest from South India was invited to perform the required austerities. It is during this period, the priest advised the temple committee to name the temple as Veerakathy Vinayagar temple. The reason was that there is a similar temple in South India. The priest had felt a strong connection between both temples, and urged the committee of the temple to name the temple accordingly.</span></span></div><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="font-family: arial;" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S7vC08fY2xI/AAAAAAAAAL4/P1X-1Gwps2Q/s1600/2009_07120030.JPG"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S7vC08fY2xI/AAAAAAAAAL4/P1X-1Gwps2Q/s320/2009_07120030.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457169588336253714" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;">Plenty of devotees have had many visions of Lord Vinayagar granting wishes, administering advice, and always present in times of danger. A Chinese devotee had a vision of Lord Vinayagar getting rid of all the evil spirits that have haunted him and his family. After this remarkable vision, this devotee comes regularly to this temples, as a mark of respect and devotion. Another Chinese devotee who operates a restaurant had a vision of Lord Vinayagar blessing his restaurant. After which, his business has become successful.</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Address: Jln Welmen, 48000 Rawang.</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Tel: 03-60920913, 019-6683295 (Temple Chairmen).</span></span><br /></div>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8227662560342684424.post-25156651571295191932010-02-27T15:08:00.020+08:002010-04-08T21:29:42.162+08:00Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple, Sungai Petani (Kedah)<div align="justify"><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S4jMFRiutnI/AAAAAAAAALI/-IqOsvvphaw/s1600-h/vel1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5442824540657727090" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 320px; height: 240px;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S4jMFRiutnI/AAAAAAAAALI/-IqOsvvphaw/s320/vel1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />The construction of this blessed temple started in 1914. The first Maha Kumbabishegam was held in 1924 and the second Maha Kumbabishegam was held in 1997. The temple has a majestic 'Raja Gopuram' (tall monumental gateway) and flanked by 2 awe inspiring ‘Vel’ (Holy Javelin) at the entrance of the temple. The temple stands on the ground of a former Magistrate Court. Interestingly, the main sanctum of the temple was previously occupied by the judge. The temple devotees have found solace through Lord Subramaniyar’s blessing. Some time ago, a nurse from Singapore came to this temple. She had contracted cancer, and was considered terminally ill. Miraculously, she recovered, married soon after and now has 2 offspring. Another devotee, who was in government service got dismissed from his work for a misdemeanor. In anxiety, he ardently prayed at this temple. Due to his devotion, he was reinstated into his present occupation and also received a promotion.<br /></div><br /><div align="justify"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S4jW1j34SSI/AAAAAAAAALQ/b4BxJ4x8Kpk/s1600-h/vel2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5442836365328271650" style="float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 223px; height: 320px;" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Hj4Ocr-VCR0/S4jW1j34SSI/AAAAAAAAALQ/b4BxJ4x8Kpk/s320/vel2.jpg" border="0" /></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;">As Lord Subramaniyar is in the ‘Andi’ (renunciate) form, he occasionally gives advice to devotees in this appearance. A rowdy gangster in this locale had a dream of Lord Subramaniyar requesting him to change his unruly ways. Although the gangster relented, he started coming daily to this temple. Subsequently, the gangster changed from a rowdy bully into a distinguished gentleman. Lord Subramaniyar’s statue was originally brought from India, and shipped to London. However, the statue found its way to its current site. Therefore Lord Subramaniyar of this temple is affectionately known as London Muruga. Many holy people have visited this temple, such as ThiruMuruga Kirubaanantha Vaariyaar, Kavingyar Kannathaasan, Sri Madurai Aathinam and Sri Pitchai Gurukkal. They have all experienced the divine vibration of Lord Subramaniyar’s spiritual stronghold.<br />Temple address: Jalan Kuala Ketil, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah. Phone: 04-4212076 </div></div><div align="justify"><br /></div><div align="justify"></div>Kumaresh Karthikeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00507481694605059781noreply@blogger.com3