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Why is it called Arupadai veedu?
One such pilgrimage trip, which is less challenging, is the visit to the six shrines dedicated to Lord Muruga in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. These six abodes are called Aarupadai Veedu which in translation means the “six war houses of the Lord”.
What are 6 houses of Murugan?
The six abodes are Thiruparankundram, Tiruchendur, Palani, Swamimalai, Thiruthani and Pazhamudircholai.
Who built Arupadai veedu?
This temple was built on the inspiration and instruction of Kanchi Paramacharya to CM MGR by MGR. All the six famous shrines of Lord Muruga in Tamilnadu can be found here.
Why does Lord Muruga have six faces?
Shiva is called Panchaanana – Lord with five heads. These five heads represent the five elements in nature. When these five elements united with the sixth: Chaitanya Shakti (Pure Consciousness), they gave birth to the Shadaanana (the six-headed), also called Lord Murugan.
Which is the second Arupadai Veedu?
Thiruchendur Murugan temple is known as the second Arupadai Veedu of Lord Muruga. Lord Muruga won the battle with the asura, Surapadma and worshipped Lord Shiva in this sacred place. This temple is located in the eastern end of the town Thiruchendur of Tuticorin district, Tamil Nadu, India.
Which is the fourth Arupadai Veedu?
One of the Arupadai Veedu of Lord Muruga – 4th Veedu,where Lord Muruga taught His Father. No introduction is necessary to describe Swamimalai Murugan temple. This is a well known place to all devotees and it attracts thousands of them through out the year.
Who built ashtalakshmi Temple in Chennai?
Ahobila Mutt Vedhantha Dhesika Yatheendhra Mahadhesikan Swami
The foundation was laid in January 1974 by public participation. The consecration of the temple took place on 5 April 1976 in the presence of the 44th guru of the Ahobila Mutt Vedhantha Dhesika Yatheendhra Mahadhesikan Swami.
How can I go to veedu Arupadai?
Arrive at Tiruvannamalai and check into hotel. Later visit Sri Arunachaleswarar Temple and Ramana Maharshi Ashramam. After breakfast proceed to Tiruttani (150 Kms/2.5) Visit Lord Murugan Temple. Later proceed to Chennai (90 Kms) drop at Chennai airport / railway station for onward journey.
Why Murugan is called Arumugam?
Arumugam or Arumukan (Tamil: ஆறுமுகம்) is a Tamil male given name. Due to the Tamil tradition of using patronymic surnames it may also be a surname for males and females. Arumugam is one of the many names of the Hindu god Murugan, which refers to his six faces (Aru = six + Mugam = face).
Why did Murugan have 2 wives?
Symbolism. The presence of the two consorts is said to denote the dual nature of Murugan, as the god of heaven and earth. Devasena, the celestial wife, is married in a traditional arranged marriage while the earthy Valli is won by Murugan, resulting in a love marriage.
Which is the fourth Arupadai veedu?
Who built Swamimalai temple?
Swamimalai holds a special place in the hearts of Murugan devotees. The temple is said to have been built in early 2nd century BC by Parantaka Chola I.