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Annur Sree Mahavishnu Temple
- Payyanur,Kerala
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Overview
Annur Sree Mahavishnu Temple is an ancient Hindu shrine devoted to Lord Narayana . The name Annur is said to have been derived from the word ‘Ann’ which means Vishnu, who is the presiding deity of this temple. Annur is considered the sacred abode of Lord Mahavishnu who promptly answers the prayers of his devotees who have true faith and devotion towards him. The temple situated at Annur Village is 3.5 kms from Payyanur Town. The temple finds mention in the ancient folk lores which are a part of the oral history of that region. The name of the temple also finds place in the ‘Thottam Pattu’ of various ‘Theyyams’ pertaining to that place.
As time passed, the temple gradually started losing its glory and fame. However, the staunch worshippers of the deity were seen undertaking periodical renovation of the temple preventing it from becoming ruined. It is also believed that the pious devotees of the Lord were rightly rewarded with his abundance blessings. Elders of the village still recollect some anecdotes as proof of the blessing of Sree Mahavishnu. An ancient tale states that the temple had provided shelter for the locals who had been prone to epidemic during times of complete draught.
About The Temple
The temple stands unique in a way. The entrance of this temple is from the west and the idol is consecrated in that direction. Idols in most temples usually face either the east or the south. It has been 30 years since the last renovation of the temple was undertaken. The dilapidated Prasada, Thrikovil including the idol and the ‘Mukha Mandapa were renovated with the help of the principal deity. At present, the temple needs yet another renovation and maintenance, including the sanctum sanctorum which must be reconstructed.
Pooja Timing
The following are the timings of the various poojas undertaken in the temple.
Morning
Nada Thurakkal 5.30 Am
Usha Pooja 7.00 Am
Ucha Pooja 9.30 Am
Nada Adakkal 10.30 Am
Evening
Nada Thurakkal 5.30 Pm
Deeparadhana 6.30 Pm
Athazha Pooja 7.30 Pm
Nada Adakkal 8.00 Pm
Festivals
The THIRUVONA MAHOSTAVAM celebrated in the Malayalam month of Virchigam, Prathishta Dina Mahostavam (Makara Masam 27), Sri Krishna Jayanthi – Navarathri , Ramayana Masacharanam, Maha Shivarathri, Aadyathmika Prabashanam, Bagavatha Sapthaham, Gita Yatnam at some of the festivals that are celebrated in the temple.
Prasad And Offering
The Nivedyam of Payasam in a cauldron (Valiya Vattalam) is the most important among the various offerings to the deity. The thiruprasadam is believed to have relieved many people of their afflictions.
Significance
Lord Vishnu is full of kindness and is considered the mighty protector for those who fall at his lotus feet with utmost faith and devotion. People suffering from various ailments come to this temple and pray the Mahaprabhu with folded hands for solace. God Mahavishnu is full of kindness to those who put their utmost faith on him and the belief is that he never lets any His worshippers believe that the Lord never lets down his true devotees during trying times and showers his blessings to the deserved.
How To Reach
Airport
The nearest airport is the Mangalore and Calicut Airport.
Railways
The nearest railways station is the Payyanur and Kannur Railway Stations.
Road
Bus services are available from Payyanur to places like Calicut and Munnnar through roadways.
Temple Address
Annur Sree Mahavishnu Temple,
Payyanur,
Kerala.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- For relief from various ailments
- For a peaceful and prosperous life
Shlokas
Achutham Keyshavam Rama Narayanam Krishna Damodaram Vasudevam Harim Shridharam Madhavam Gopika Vallabham Janaki Nayakam Ramachandram Bhajey
Meaning -Oh Lord who cannot be perished, who also has names like Keshava, Rama, Damodara, Narayana, Sridhara, Madhava, Krishna, Ramachandra the beloved of Janaki, let me say your name regularly.
Vasudeva Sutham Devam Kamsa Chanoora Mardhanam Devaki Paramanandham Krishnam Vande Jagathgurum
Meaning -I bow to you O Krishna, the ultimate guru, Devaki and Vasudeva's son, and the destroyer of Kamsa and Chanur.
Adharam Madhuram Vadanam Madhuram Nayanam Madhuram Hasitam Madhuram Hridayam Madhuram Gamanam Madhuram Mathuraa Dhipate Rakhilam Madhuram
Meaning -Meaning - Sweet are Your lips, sweet is Your face, sweet are Your eyes, sweet is Your smile, sweet is Your heart, sweet is Your gait, O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet.
Alokya Mathur Mukha Madarena Sthanyam Pibantham Saraseeruhaksham Sachinmayam Devam Anantha Roopam Balam Mukundam Manasa Smarami
Meaning -I think of this Balamukundan as the one who looks lovingly at his mother's face while taking milk from her, who has eyes similar to the red lotus, who is the embodiment of truth and intelligence and other forms.
Timings
Morning 6 AM to Evening 9 PM