Navagraha TemplesJupiter (Guru/Brihaspati)
Abathsahyeswarar Temple
அருள்மிகு ஆபத்சஹயேஸ்வரர் திருக்கோயில்
📍 Alangudi (Irumpoolai, Thiruvirumpoolai)🕉️ Apadsakayeswarar, Kasi Aranyeswarar🙏 Auctioneer🏛️ 1000 - 2000 years old
About Abathsahyeswarar Temple
Mangalya blessing lasts long for those who have guru strength. Abhishekam for that Guru Bhagavan in Masi is very special. This day is considered to be more powerful than the day of Guru Pairchi. There is no direct darshan of the Guru here.
Temple Timings
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Morning Darshan
6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Afternoon Break
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Temple closed
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Evening Darshan
4:00 PM to 8:30 PM
* Timings may vary during festivals and special occasions. Confirm locally.
History & Legend
When Sundarar arrived at the sacred bathing place of Vettaru during a festival, calamity-stricken people came running as if they were fleeing to safety, and he witnessed this scene at the edge of the shore. This incident is recorded in history. As the floodwaters rose rapidly, causing panic, Lord Ganesha remained calm, a reassuring presence amidst the turmoil.
Planetary Significance — Jupiter (Guru/Brihaspati)
Planet
Jupiter (Guru/Brihaspati)
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Presiding Deity
Lord Brihaspati
Significance & Benefits
Wisdom, prosperity, and spiritual growth. Worship here for marriage, children, and knowledge.
Festivals & Events
Temple Festival
AnnualVarious
Gurupeirchi Aradhana, Chitraip Poornami Festival, Thaipusam Panguni Uthiram Dakshinamurthy exam held
Location & Directions
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Temple Details
Main Deity
Apadsakayeswarar, Kasi Aranyeswarar
Goddess
Auctioneer
Sacred Tree (Sthala Virutcham)
A plant called Pula
Sacred Water (Theertham)
Pramadhirtha, Amrita Pushkarani
Antiquity
1000 - 2000 years old
FAQ — Abathsahyeswarar Temple
What are the timings of Abathsahyeswarar Temple?+
Abathsahyeswarar Temple is open for morning darshan from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and evening darshan from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The temple remains closed during 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Where is Abathsahyeswarar Temple located?+
Abathsahyeswarar Temple is located in Alangudi (Irumpoolai, Thiruvirumpoolai), Tamil Nadu, India.
Which deity is worshipped at Abathsahyeswarar Temple?+
The main deity is Apadsakayeswarar, Kasi Aranyeswarar. The goddess is Auctioneer.