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September 12 near Mumbai, MaharashtraSHRI SORIMUTHU AIYANAR TEMPLE – KARAYAR PAPANASAM
TIRUNELVELI MAVATTAM.......
History:
A Brahmin, Muthupattar by name lived in North India. His brothers were discussing about Ramayana. During their talks, the brothers asked Muthu Pattar about the re- lationship of Rama with Sita. Pattar said Uncle. Beaten by the brothers for his ignorance about the epic story, he came to Pothigai hills. He lost himself to the two daughters of one Valai Pagadai belonging to the backward community. As community was a hurdle to marry them, he declared himself as a member of the community. Quite unfortunately, on the conjugal night, a cow was stolen and Muthupattar went in search of the cow and was killed in a quarrel there His two wives also embraced death along with him. According to a manual of Tavancore state on Aiyappan, Muthupattar himself came out as Sorimuthu Aiyanar.
Prayer:
Many families worship Sorimuthu Aiyanar as their family deity. Those seeking child boon and relief from spells and evil effects come here. Those facing litigations and court problems place their prayers to Sorimuthu Aaiyanar. The place also serves as a health resort as it is in pleasant environment.
Those committing a visit to Sabarimala come here and wear the Mala (chain) in this temple. Their number alone counts high.
Prayer commitment:
People offer chappals to one deity here named Valai Pagadai, a strange custom followed here. Other usual rituals as abishek and archanas also are followed.as feeding visitors (Annadhanam).
General Information:
Karayar is 60 kms from Tirunelveli, 215 from Thoothukudi. Accomodation facilities are available in Vikramasingapuram at the foot of the hills. But those coming with family may choose accommodation either in Ambasamudram or Tirunelveli. The charges range from Rs. 100 to 150. Adequate bus facilities are available from Tirunelveli. People have to take the bus for Karayar Anai. However hiring cab or van would be more comfortable. Nearest railway station Ambasamudram. Airport Madurai
A Brahmin, Muthupattar by name lived in North India. His brothers were discussing about Ramayana. During their talks, the brothers asked Muthu Pattar about the re- lationship of Rama with Sita. Pattar said Uncle. Beaten by the brothers for his ignorance about the epic story, he came to Pothigai hills. He lost himself to the two daughters of one Valai Pagadai belonging to the backward community. As community was a hurdle to marry them, he declared himself as a member of the community. Quite unfortunately, on the conjugal night, a cow was stolen and Muthupattar went in search of the cow and was killed in a quarrel there His two wives also embraced death along with him. According to a manual of Tavancore state on Aiyappan, Muthupattar himself came out as Sorimuthu Aiyanar.
Prayer:
Many families worship Sorimuthu Aiyanar as their family deity. Those seeking child boon and relief from spells and evil effects come here. Those facing litigations and court problems place their prayers to Sorimuthu Aaiyanar. The place also serves as a health resort as it is in pleasant environment.
Those committing a visit to Sabarimala come here and wear the Mala (chain) in this temple. Their number alone counts high.
Prayer commitment:
People offer chappals to one deity here named Valai Pagadai, a strange custom followed here. Other usual rituals as abishek and archanas also are followed.as feeding visitors (Annadhanam).
General Information:
Karayar is 60 kms from Tirunelveli, 215 from Thoothukudi. Accomodation facilities are available in Vikramasingapuram at the foot of the hills. But those coming with family may choose accommodation either in Ambasamudram or Tirunelveli. The charges range from Rs. 100 to 150. Adequate bus facilities are available from Tirunelveli. People have to take the bus for Karayar Anai. However hiring cab or van would be more comfortable. Nearest railway station Ambasamudram. Airport Madurai
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