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The Temple that Changes your Destiny

Brahmapureeswarar Temple, near Tiruchi.

This ancient temple with intense positive vibes is located 25 kms from the Chennai- Tiruchi highway in a village called Siruganur. From this village, you have to travel further 5 kms down to a tiny hamlet called “Thirupattur” where the ancient shrine of Lord Brahma is located.

We all know that there are very few temples for Lord Brahma in the world. Lord Brahma is the creator of mankind. It is widely believed that this is one temple that can change your destiny.

Before you enter the temple, there are lines of shops that sell all religious items like lamps, oil, flowers, incense sticks. There is also the famous “Nannari Sarbath” stalls that the South is famous for. “Nannari Sarbath” is a juice that is made from herbs to which a dash of lemon juice and water are added. We instructed the shopkeeper to use the mineral water that we carried to make the “Nannari Sarbath” to ensure appropriate hygiene. Bang opposite these shops, is a place that has been earmarked for lighting lamps.

The popular belief is that as you light lamps in the temple, a similar brightness will engulf your life with the blessings of the Almighty.

Can we now walk into the temple precincts?

The temple boasts of a magnificent “rajagopuram” that faces the east. As we enter the premises, the “kodi maram” welcomes us, following which Lord Nandi welcomes us. Lord Nandi is seated amidst a network of rudrakshas. This mandapam or hall is called as the Veda Mandapam.

As we walk further we come across the Nadha Mandapam. The pillars of this mandapam (hall) are symbolic of the seven swaras. Lord Brahma is considered to be extremely courteous, benevolent and kind. No one has ever returned empty handed from this temple. As we cross the Nadha Mandapam, the dwarabalakas (or the guards) guide us into the sanctum sanctorum of Lord Brahma. This is the same Lord Brahma who himself was blessed by Lord Shiva.

The mesmerizing feeling that you experience as stand before Lord Brahma with both your hands folded is to be experienced to be believed. The fragrance of turmeric invades your senses. Lord Brahma’s idol is anointed with turmeric paste and he looks at you as if to say – “ I am there to help you, so why do you worry?”.

This idol is said to be a suyambu (something that came on its own). This Lord is called as Brahmapureeswarar because Lord Brahma’s destiny got changed. So, the belief is that anyone who visits this temple can pray to Lord Brahma to change his destiny so that he/she can achieve success, fame and prosperity.

Let us now peep into some historical facts…

Despite the fact that there are no temples that are dedicated to Lord Brahma, the erudite who have read our religious scriptures claim that this is only a myth. There are no Shiva temples that do not have Lord Brahma’s divine presence. He may not be there in the form of an idol. In all the Shiva temples, on the left side of Lord Shiva, Lord Brahma is present as a “goshtamurthy”.

It is only in “Thirupattur” that a dedicated shrine has been devoted to Lord Brahma. The legend has it that once Lord Brahma fell prey to vanity. He showed signs of disrespect towards Lord Shiva. Incensed by this, Lord Shiva cut off one of the heads of Lord Brahma (of the five heads that he had) and cursed him that he would lose all his radiance. As a consequence, Lord Brahma ended up losing his power of creation.

Dejected by the turn of events, Lord Brahma realized his folly. To atone for his sins, he came to Thirupattur and started praying to Lord Shiva after creating 12 different shiv lings. Touched by Lord Brahma’s devotion, Lord Shiva retracted his curse and also bestowed upon Lord Brahma an additional boon. Lord Shiva said, “O, Lord Brahma, I give you back your radiance and power of creation. I am pleased with your devotion . I have now changed your destiny. In a likewise manner, anyone who visits you in this shrine, shall immensely benefit from your grace and shall find his destiny changed for the better.”

The most striking aspect about this shrine is that anyone who desires to change his destiny by the grace of Lord Brahma will voluntarily find his way into this shrine. This is what is so unique about this shrine. You may be either guided by your instinct or you may be guided by your relatives or guru. But when the time is right, you will be informed about it. If a change in your destiny is around the corner, you will be propelled to visit this shrine on your own.

Lord Brahma is the preceptor of Guru. An old proverb says that if Guru’s grace falls on you, it will propel you into prosperity. You will be rid of all your worries and sins. All of us desire to achieve a higher state of happiness, prosperity, peace in our lives. We all want to be much healthier than we currently are. To fulfil our desires and wishes, a visit to this holy shrine is a must. Lord Brahma will take care of you and ensure that your destiny is changed for the better.

Mondays and Thursdays are auspicious days to visit this shrine. This shrine also relieves you of all your doshas.

The ideal way to worship

Visit the shrine and the holy precincts of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvathi and Lord Brahma. Walk around the shrine (pradakshina) in a circular fashion 9 times. As you walk, keep on chanting the name of the Lord. Light 36 lamps in the shrine in the place dedicated for lighting lamps.

Those who have visited the shrine have had the opportunity to comment – “ Visited Thirupattur, Experienced Miracles”. Several devotees have had life-altering experiences after a visit to this shrine.

This is a famous shloka propitiating Patanjali Guru. This is the Gayatri Mantra that goes like this –

Om Sivathatvaya Vitmahe
Yogandaraya Dheemahi
Dhanno Patanjali Guru Prachodayath
”.

Even if you chant this shloka once in a day, it will give you immense benefits.

The shrine of Patanjali Guru is located in the Brahma temple to the South. He is the same Patanjali Guru who gave this world the gift of “yoga”. He is supposed to be the one who is omnipresent and omnipotent in this shrine. He offers his prayers to Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma and thus anyone who prays to him gets peace of mind.

The Sapthamathas are located close to the sanctum sanctorum of Pathanjali Guru. Closer to the sanctum sanctorum of Lord Brahma, we have (to the North) Guru Dakshinamoorthy.

Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu Guru Devo
Maheswaraha;
Guru Saksath Parabrahma Thasmai Sree
Guruve Namaha

The other deities in the temple are Lord Mahavishnu, Lord Murguan along with his consorts Deivanai and Valli and Gajalakshmi. There are also the deities of Vishnu Durga and Chandikeswarar. To the North of the shrine, there is Brahmasampath Gauri – the goddess who was instrumental in restoring the lost glory to Lord Brahma. Not many may be aware that Goddess Gajalakshmi is very powerful if you wish to achieve success in your career/ business.

The temple also boasts of a 150-year old tree that is believed to have been planted by siddhas. Siddhas had the power to leave their bodies and enter the trees as they wish. They are immortal. They also have the uncanny ability of manifesting themselves by entering human bodies. This temple also has lakes (called as theerthams) like Brahma theertham, Bakula theertham (which is equivalent to Ganga in its sanctity). The water from the Brahma theertham is used to perform abhishekas on Lord Brahma.

Timings for Pooja

Morning : 830 am to 930 am
Mid noon : 11.30 to 12.00 pm
Evening : 6 pm to 630 pm
Night : 730 pm to 8 pm
Temple timings : 7 am to 12 noon ; 4 pm to 8 pm.

Address of the temple

The Managing Trustee
Arulmigu Brahmapureeswarar Temple
Thirupattur – 621 105
Tiruchi District.

The Final Word

You do not have to make a conscious attempt to visit the shrine of Lord Brahmapureeswarar. Your destiny will guide you. If a change in your destiny is preordained, then nothing can stop you from visiting this shrine to get showered by the blessings of Lord Brahma.

08-Jun-2013

More by :  G. Venkatesh

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Views: 4049      Comments: 11



Comment I visited this temple 5 years before. My problem still is endless. If you have time visit. Every thing will be as usual. No tramadous will not happen.

Karunagaran
23-Nov-2018 00:05 AM

Comment Hi ! hello! Why did Lord Brahma never came to earth because that way no one will ever recognize him as he is not worshiped by may people except the smart ones? and that s it that was my only question |-)

PRANAV (something)
27-Dec-2016 12:33 PM

Comment The article about the temple is so wonderful and makes me want to go there. But reading the comments, one person said to go there only if the astrologer had asked to go. Can I know if this is true. Can I just go there and pray? My daughter is doing medicine and would like to have good blessing so she can succeed without difficulties. I too need to have some income to support my daughter's studies. Can someone advise me please?

Suneetha
15-Mar-2016 10:00 AM

Comment My seven year old son is studying UKG. He is good in all activities. But not interested in studies. He does not write anything in class on his own. He is also very naughty. One famour astrologer in Bangalore advised us to perform certain poojs for one year to Lord Brahma and Saraswati. He also told us that one lamp has to be lit for one year without a break. He says Lord Brahma temple is in North India and asked us to pay certain amount and he would send that money to the concerned in the temple for performing poojas. Can any body guide whether any such poojas can be done in this temple to obtain Lord's blessings on my son to improve his studies.

Please help me.

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Nataraj Gupta SS
04-Mar-2016 03:53 AM

Comment Lord Brahmapureeswarar temple is the most powerful which I've ever visited .
The Lord will guide us towards the purpose of our life.

Nila
05-Dec-2015 10:14 AM

Comment dear ambika,
could you suggest who is the right astrologer so that I will consult before I visit this temple.

suresh
03-Nov-2015 03:10 AM

Comment Mine was really hair rising, this temple is a must go for all, Until one visits and experience the feel and the change in life, will agree with me that by just putting down thoughts and experience is just not the end of it. We all need God in any form that he is in, but in places like this and in his presence you will feel the REAL HIM. Go for it..

sheila
27-May-2015 02:53 AM

Comment Hi All,

Very nice article about the temple.

One thing I want to tell all of you is, please visit the temple after consulting a good astrologer. As the temple is very powerful, it may have a very negative effect.

No problem in just visiting and offering prayers. But one has to visit the temple and the rituals if the astrologers tell to do so.

This is my request.

ambika
21-Jun-2014 01:26 AM

Comment Yes . we had life altering experience. My husband resigned the job , started business, No income from the business, My son studied properly after visit, no interest in studies.

chitra krishnan
01-Apr-2014 08:12 AM

Comment Felt like visited the temple.

R.RAMESH
11-Mar-2014 11:04 AM

Comment I have been struggling by wealth and health for past couple of years. As well as i have not settled my career till now. Your article is excellent. Will go and visit this temple as soon as possible.


thanks,
senthilkumar

senthilkumar
31-Jan-2014 05:41 AM




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