A Divya Desam of major philosophical significance, the site where Ramanuja is said to have received the sacred Ashtakshara mantra from his teacher and, in a defining act, shared i…
A Divya Desam of major philosophical significance, the site where Ramanuja is said to have received the sacred Ashtakshara mantra from his teacher and, in a defining act, shared it publicly despite being asked to keep it secret.
The temple has deep significance within the history of Sri Vaishnava philosophy specifically because of its association with Ramanuja's teacher Thirukkoshtiyur Nambi, developed as a centre of theological transmission alongside its role as an active Divya Desam.
A Dravidian-style temple whose historical importance rests significantly on the philosophical events tradition associates with this site, alongside its standing as one of the 108 Divya Desams in its own right.
According to a well-known account in Sri Vaishnava tradition, Ramanuja's teacher Thirukkoshtiyur Nambi gave him the sacred Ashtakshara mantra only after eighteen visits, on condition it remain secret — Ramanuja is said to have instead climbed to the temple tower and taught it publicly to everyone gathered below, reasoning that though he alone might face consequences for disobedience, sharing this liberating knowledge could save countless others.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Temple opening | 6:00 AM | — | Open | General days |
Morning darshan | 6:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Open | Main morning darshan session |
Midday Break | 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed for rituals |
Evening darshan | 4:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Open | Evening worship and darshan |
Temple closing | — | 8:00 PM | Closed | Daily closing time. (ஆன்மிகம்) |
Aarti | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Viswaroopa Seva | 6:00 AM | Free | Opening worship of Lord Uraga Mellanayaan Perumal |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 7:30 AM | Free | Morning pooja with alankaram |
Uchikala Pooja | 12:00 PM | Free | Midday worship and offerings |
Sayaraksha Pooja | 6:00 PM | Free | Evening Deeparadhana |
Ardha Jama Pooja | 7:45 PM | Free | Final ritual before temple closes |
Darshan | Price | Waiting Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
General Darshan | Free | 15–45 min | Walk-in |
Special Darshan | ₹50–₹100 | 5–15 min | Temple Counter |
Archana Ticket | ₹50–₹150 | Immediate | Temple Counter |
Thirumanjanam Seva | ₹300 onwards | Slot Based | Temple Counter |
Seva | Time | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Archana | Throughout the day | ₹50–₹200 | Personal prayer offered in the devotee's name |
Thirumanjanam | Morning | ₹300–₹1,000 | Sacred ceremonial bath of Lord Perumal |
Sahasranama Archana | Morning | ₹200–₹500 | Chanting of the thousand names of Lord Vishnu |
Tulasi Archana | Morning & Evening | ₹100–₹300 | Special worship with sacred Tulasi leaves |
Sudarshana Homam | By Booking | ₹1,500 onwards | Fire ritual for protection, prosperity, and well-being |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | The temple's biggest festival featuring the opening of the Paramapada Vasal, special darshan, and continuous recitation of the Divya Prabandham. |
Masi Theppotsavam (Float Festival) | February–March | Grand float festival celebrated in the temple tank with beautifully decorated processions of the deity. |
Brahmotsavam | April–May | Multi-day annual festival with Garuda Sevai, Hanumantha Vahanam, temple car procession, and Vedic recitations. |
Navaratri | September–October | Special alankarams for Thayar, cultural programs, and devotional music. |
Pavitrotsavam | August–September | Annual purification festival with homams and elaborate temple rituals. |
Sri Rama Navami | March–April | Special worship, recitation of the Ramayana, and festive celebrations. |
Adhyayana Utsavam | December–January | Grand recitation of the Nalayira Divya Prabandham and special Vaishnava celebrations. (ஆன்மிகம்) |
Prasadam | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
Puliyodarai | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional tamarind rice prasadam |
Sarkarai Pongal | ₹30–₹80 | Sweet rice offering |
Curd Rice | ₹30–₹60 | Blessed curd rice prasadam |
Laddu | ₹30–₹80 | Temple-prepared sweet prasadam |
Tulasi Theertham | Free | Sacred holy water with Tulasi |
Nearest airport: Madurai Airport (~55 km). Sivaganga and Madurai are the nearest major towns with rail connectivity.
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📍 Uraga Mellanayaan Perumal Temple, Thirukkoshtiyur, Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu 630207
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