Doesn’t the air feel different here near Agatheeswarar Temple Sukran Stalam? This temple is dedicated to Lord Sukra also called Venus. But the primary focus of worship is Lord Shiva as Agniswarar.
Agatheeswarar Temple Sukran Stalam has a rich history dating back to the Chola dynasty. The temple boasts a five-tiered gopuram and two enclosures. Take some time to admire the intricate architecture.
Legend says Lord Brahma had a vision of Shiva’s marriage with Parvathi here. The Brahma Lingam is believed to have been worshipped by Lord Brahma himself. Another unique aspect is that there is no separate shrine for Lord Sukra. It is believed that Lord Shiva himself incarnated as Venus here.
Agni is said to have worshipped Lord Shiva here. That’s how the temple got the name Agneeswarar. This shrine is also known as Palaasavanam Brahmapuri and Agnisthalam.
Men visit Agatheeswarar Temple Sukran Stalam to pray for the well-being of their wives. Lord Vishnu also worshipped Agniswara to get rid of Shukra Dosham. Fridays are special and devotees offer white flowers to the Lord.
Lord Sukra bestows wealth and prosperity upon his devotees. If Sukra is well-placed in someone’s horoscope they enjoy a better life. White lotus white cloth and diamond are offered to remove obstacles caused by a misplaced Sukra.
The Agatheeswarar Temple Sukran Stalam is located in Kanjanur. It is about 18 kilometers from Kumbakonam. You can reach here by bus from Kumbakonam and Mayiladuthurai. The nearest railway station is Aduthurai.
Inside Agatheeswarar Temple Sukran Stalam you can find deities like Maanakkanjaarar Nayanmaar and Kalikkaamar. There are images describing legends relating to Haradatta Sivacharyar. Inscriptions from the Chola and Vijayanagar periods can also be seen.
The Nataraja Sabha is known as the Mukti Mandapam. The Shiva Tandavam here is called Mukti Tandavam. Legend says that Lord Shiva blessed Paraasara muni with a vision of the cosmic dance.
Six worship services are offered daily at Agatheeswarar Temple Sukran Stalam. A festival honoring Haradatta Sivacharyar is celebrated in the Tamil month of Thai. Mahasivaratri Aadi Pooram Navaratri and Arudra Darisanam are also celebrated.
Remember this place as not just a temple but a beacon of hope. It is where faith meets history and divinity embraces humanity at Agatheeswarar Temple Sukran Stalam.