Murugan Ties the Knot at Thiruparankundram Madurai:
The holy town of Madurai experienced a grand event today as Lord Murugan of Thiruparankundram temple got married with his accompaniment, à ® $ à ¯ à ® ¯ à ¯ à ® µà ® 3/4 à ® © à ¯ (Theiyvayanai) in a grand Murugan Thirukalyanam celebration. Countless followers thronged the temple to witness this advantageous event.
Significance of the Festival:
This intricate Thirukalyanam celebration belongs to the Panguni Peruvizha, a 15-day celebration commemorated at Thiruparankundram, the very first residence of Lord Murugan amongst his 6 residences. The celebration begins with the hoisting of the ritualistic flag and culminates with the wedding event, which typically occurs on the day of Panguni Uthiram (a star constellation). The wedding event celebrates the union of Murugan, the triumphant warrior god, with Theiyvayanai, child of the god king Indra.
Grand celebration:
The other day, the temple experienced the grand crowning celebration (Pattabhishekam) of Lord Murugan. The divine being was embellished with gemstones and provided with a royal scepter and flag in the middle of chanting of vedic mantras.
Today, the emphasize of the celebration, the Thirukalyanam, was kept in the existence of Goddess Meenakshi and her accompaniment, Lord Sundareswarar, who got here from the Madurai Meenakshi Amman temple in a specifically embellished chariot. The Thirukalyanam, held at the Aarugal Mandapam, saw a great deal of females fans taking part in the ‘thali’ (mangalsutra) altering event.
Celebrations Continue:
The events continue tomorrow (March 29th) with the incredible ‘Therottam’ (chariot procession). Lord Murugan and Theiyvayanai will be seated on an embellished chariot, permitting enthusiasts to look for true blessings. The celebration concludes on March 30th with the ‘Theertha Pooja’ (holy water offering) event.
Extra Details:
The temple authorities supplied ‘annadhanam’ (totally free food) to followers throughout the celebration.
Different cultural efficiencies were held to keep the joyful spirit alive.
Unique traffic plans were made to handle the big crowds.
A Memorable Event:
The Thirukalyanam of Lord Murugan at Thiruparankundram, kept in the magnificent existence of Goddess Meenakshi, has actually left an enduring mark on the hearts of followers, making it a really memorable experience.