Alangudi Abathsagayeswarar Temple Guru Temple
Know the Temple:
Located near Tiruvarur, Alangudi Abathsagayeswarar Temple is an ancient Padal Petra Sthalam where Lord Dakshinamurti bestows divine knowledge and success.
Greatness of the temple:
Alangudi’s Abathsagayeswarar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, revered as the savior from dangers. The temple is famed for its Dakshinamurti shrine, which draws large crowds seeking blessings for knowledge and academic success, especially during Guru Peyarchi (Jupiter transit). Devotees believe worshipping Dakshinamurti alleviates Jupiter-related afflictions, leading to academic and career growth. Saints such as Sage Vishwamitra and King Muchukunta have worshipped here, adding to the temple's spiritual significance.
Key Temple Facts
- Temple Name: Alangudi Abathsagayeswarar Temple (Guru Temple)
- Main deity (Lord Vishnu) is known as: Lord Abathsagayeswarar
- Goddess Parvati is known as: Elavarkuzhali
- Puranic names of the temple: Thiru Alangudi
- Worshipped by: Sage Vishwamitra, King Muchukunta, Goddess Elavarkuzhali, Sanat Kumaras
- Special rituals of the temple: Dakshinamurti Pooja, Guru Bhagawan Homa, Guru Peyarchi rituals
- Special boons of the temple: Knowledge, success in academics and careers
- Specialty of the temple: Guru (Jupiter) associated, most popular Dakshinamurti shrine
- Location: 22 km from Kumbakonam
- Divya Desam: Yes
