- Special Features
Foundation Year500-1000 years oldSthala TreeParijathamTheerthamBrugu PushkariniRathamArchitectureDravidian ArchitectureOther SpecialityWhile Lord Jagannatha appears reclining in Tirupullani and standing in Puri, He graces darshan here in sitting form, hence the place is revered as Madhya Jagannatham and Poorna Jagannatham. As this is the birthplace of saint Tirumazhisai Azhwar, the place also is named after the saint.
- Sthala PuranThirumazhisai was originally called by various names like Chrukuravalli-Chaturvedimanagalam, Pakkaturaivalla-Chaturvedimangalam, Mahisaram and Mahaksehtram on account of the number of Vedic people settled here during the Chola and Vijayanagara period. The inscriptions on the walls of the temple are from the chola regime during the 11-12th centuries and Vijayanagara period during the 14-15th centuries.[3] The inscriptions are made in Tamil or in ancient Tamil scripts indicating gift of land, lamps and houses to the temple. The oldest inscription is found from the period of Kulothunga Chola III (1179-1216 CE) indicating gift of land to the temple. Vijaya Gandagopala, a chieftain during the 12th century has endowed gifts to the temple. There are also inscriptions from the period of Kopperunjinga during the 13th century. Harihara Raya II (1377-1404 CE) and Virupaksha Raya II (1465-85 CE), the rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire have donated gifts to the temple as indicated in the inscriptions.[1][4] In modern times, the temple is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of the Government of Tamil Nadu.[5]
- Architecture
The vimana, tower above the sanctum sanctorum is called Jagannatha Vimana. The main tower-Rajagopuram is of 5 tier structure. There are shrines for Lord Jagannatha, Lord Lakshmi Narasimha, Sri Andal and Acharya Manavala Mamunigal.
- Alankar of Deity
- Prayers and BenefitsSpecial Vratas and Prayers
Devotees use to have a dip in Bhrugu Theertha and worship the Lord for release from sins. They pray to Mother seeking child boon and prosperity. They worship Mother Vaishnavi holding discus and conch offering garlands for removal of obstacles in wedding talks.
Offerings to DeityRealizing their wishes, devotees perform Tirumanjanam to Lord and Mother and offer archanas with Tulsi leaves.
Stotras and Mantras
- FestivalsAani Brahmmotsavam in June-July, Aaipasi Manavala Mamuni festival in October-November, Azhwar festival on Thai Magam star day in January-February and Masi float festival in February-March are celebrated in the temple.
- Sodasha Upcharas
- Prasadhas
- Social ActivitiesAnnadhanMarriageEar BoringHead ShaveDanaasEducation FacilitiesSocial DrivesOther Activities
- Arjita Seva
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