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Ujjeevanathar Temple
- Tirukarkudi,Tamil Nadu
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The Ujjeevanathar Temple is located in Tirukarkudi and is dedicated to God Ujjevanathar. The brother of Ravana, Karan, Maharshis Markandeya, Upamany, Karan and Saint Arunagiri Nathar are said to have worshipped in this historical temple. The presiding deity here is Ujjeevanathar with the goddess Anjanakshi. The holy tree is Vilwa and holy water can be found at Ponnolir Odai, Kudamurutti, Gnanavavi, Enkona Kinaru and Narkona Kinaru. The historical name for this ancient temple is Karkudi. Sage Mrukandu prayed to Shiva asking for a child. Shiva gave him two options-a fool with physical disability but with a long life span, or a wise and handsome child who would live only 16 years. The sage chose the latter and he was blessed with a son whom he named Markandeya. When Yama came to get him when he was 16, Markandeya ran to many Shiva Kshetras, finally came here and fell at the feet of Shiva. Shiva gave him asylum at Uyyakondon Hill and granted him eternal life "Chiranjeevi" at Tiruverkadu.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- To pray to Mother Jeshtadevi for safety during travel
- To pray for long life
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
6.00 am to 12.00 pm5.00 pm to 9.00 pm