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==Vasudevapuram SriKrishna Temple Tavanur (ശ്രീ വാസുദേവപുരം ശ്രീകൃഷ്ണ ക്ഷേത്രം)==
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[[Tavanur]]
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[[Image:Vasudevapuram-way.JPG|right|thumb|400px|Way to Vasudevapuram Temple]]
Sri Vasudevapuram [[Temple]] is one among the three ancient great temples (Maha Kshetram) on the Southern bank of the holy river [[Bharathapuzha]]. Sri Vasudevapuram Temple is situated to the east of the other two great temples viz. Maha Siva Temple and Brahma temple (these temples along with the famous [[Thirunavaya Temple|Thirunavaya]] Maha Vishnu temple across the river forms the great triology in [[Hinduism|Sanatana Dharma]])
<ref>Sri Vasudevapuram Kshetram (Malayalam), Published by Sri Vasudevapuram Kshetrasamrakshana Samiti, Tavanur-679573. Ph:9895694935</ref> The area of Tavanur in which the temple is located is called Muvaankara (മൂവ്വാങ്കര). Since Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva are the presiding deities of the area, it was initially known as Muvalankara, which later became Muvaankara.


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This temple is situated in a serene atmosphere in the middle of a wooded area (42 cents) resembling that of [[Sabarimala]]. The temple belonged to Maravanchery Mana and now it has been handed over to a registered trust of devotees.
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[[File:Vasudevapuram temple.JPG|upright=0.9|thumb|Vasudevapuram temple]]


Sri '''Vasudevapuram [[Temple]]''' is one of three ancient temples (Maha-[[Kshetra]]m) on the Southern bank of [[holy river]] [[Bharathapuzha]]. It sits east of the other two, Maha-[[Shiva]] Temple and [[Brahma]] temple. These temples along with the famous [[Thirunavaya Temple|Thirunavaya]] Maha-[[Vishnu]] temple across the river form the trilogy in [[Hinduism|Sanatana Dharma]]).<ref>Sri Vasudevapuram Kshetram (Malayalam), Published by Sri Vasudevapuram Kshetrasamrakshana Samiti, Tavanur-679573. Ph:9895694935</ref> Tavanur is called Muvaankara ({{lang|ml|മൂവ്വാങ്കര}}). Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva are the presiding deities, so it was initially known as Muvalankara, and then Muvaankara. Vasudevapuram Tavanur is situated in the middle of a wooded area resembling that of [[Sabarimala]].
The beautiful and unique Sri Krishna idol made of jet black stone is in the form of child Sri Krishna with butter in both hands. It is believed to have been the idol worshiped by [[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]].


== History ==
"Sri Vasudevapuram" temple is built for [[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]]'s mother for offering prayer during her old age. [[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]] was so great a [[Bhakti movement|Bhaktha]] (devotee of) Sri Krishna that he was said to possess the ability to actually "see" him. He was instrumental in setting up several famous temples in Kerala such as Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvaarppu, and Cherthala Kaarthiaayani.<ref>http://www.namboothiri.com/articles/vilwamangalam-swaamiyaar.htm</ref><ref>"Aithihyamaala" Kottarathil Sankunni. 1909; Latest edition: Oct. 1985; Published by Kottarathil Sankunny Memorial Committee, Kottayam - 686 001.</ref>
Vasudevapuram Tavanur belonged to Maravanchery Mana and was later handed to a registered trust of devotees. Sri Vasudevapuram temple was built for [[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]]'s mother for offering prayer during her old age. [[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]] was so great a devotee of Sri Krishna that he was said to possess the ability to "see" him. He was instrumental in setting up temples in Kerala such as Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvaarppu, and Cherthala Kaarthiaayani.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.namboothiri.com/articles/vilwamangalam-swaamiyaar.htm|title = Vilwamangalam Swaamiyaar}}</ref><ref>"Aithihyamaala" Kottarathil Sankunni. 1909; Latest edition: Oct. 1985; Published by Kottarathil Sankunny Memorial Committee, Kottayam - 686 001.</ref> The [[Krishna]] idol (''[[murti]]'') made of jet black stone is in the form of the youthful Krishna with butter in both hands. It is believed by devotees to have been the idol worshiped by [[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]].
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[[Image:Vasudevapuram-Pano.jpg|center|thumb|600px|Vsudevapuram-Panoramic view]]


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[[File:Vasudevapuram-Pano.jpg|center|thumb|upright=2.1|Vsudevapuram-Panoramic view]]
==Legends==
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Lord Sri Krishna as a child appeared to a [[mahatma]] who was a devout Brahmin and a [http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Transwiki:Yathi yathi]varyan ([[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]]). He worshiped Lord Sri Krishna in child form in a unique idol. After the disappearance of his mortal body, that devine idol was installed in a temple as per temple rituals for the benefit of common people. The village was dedicated to the Lord of this temple and was rechristened Vasudevapuram. Later a devotee of Lord Shiva brought a Shiva lingam and installed it in the temple for his worship. Ganapathi and Sastha idols were also installed in the temple.<ref>Proceedings of the Deva Prasnam by Jyothisha Panditha Sri. Mezhathur A. P. Kuttikrishnan Nair, 17th May 1985</ref>


==Festivals==
== Legends ==
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As a child Krishna appeared to [[Vilwamangalam Swamiyar]], a [[mahatma]] who was a devout [[Brahmin]] and a ''yathi varyan''. He worshiped [[Bala Krishna|Krishna in child form]]. After the disappearance of his mortal body, the idol of the youthful Krishna was installed in the temple and the village was dedicated to Krishna. This temple was renamed Vasudevapuram. Later a devotee of Lord Shiva brought a Shiva [[lingam]] and installed it in the temple for his worship. [[Ganapathi]] and [[Shasta (deity)|Shasta]] idols were also installed.<ref>Proceedings of the Deva Prasnam by Jyothisha Panditha Sri. Mezhathur A. P. Kuttikrishnan Nair, 17 May 1985</ref>
'''Ashtami Rohini''' in Chingam (August-September) is the birthday of Lord Krishna.<ref>http://www.guruvayurdevaswom.org/oreligious.shtml</ref>
That is celebrated every year with cultural programs, procession, and special poojas including Guru pooja (Yatheeswara pooja). The devotees are given special feast on this day.


== Festivals ==
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'''Niraputhari''': This takes place in the month of Chingam. Puthari means new rice. It is the formal beginning of the use of rice after the new harvest season. It is a tradition in [[Hinduism|Sanatana Dharma]] that any food, item or work is offered (dedicated) to Lord before it is used. Puthari payasam is offered to Lord.
* Ashtami Rohini: The birthday of Lord Krishna, celebrated in Chingam (August–September) .<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.guruvayurdevaswom.org/oreligious.shtml |title=Guruvayur Devaswom |website=www.guruvayurdevaswom.org |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20050410003618/http://www.guruvayurdevaswom.org/oreligious.shtml |archive-date=2005-04-10}} </ref> It is celebrated every year with cultural programs, procession, and special poojas including Guru pooja (Yatheeswara pooja). The devotees are given a special feast.


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* Niraputhari: This takes place in the month of [[Malayalam calendar|Chingam]]. Puthari means "new rice". It is the formal beginning of the use of rice after the new harvest season. It is a tradition in [[Hinduism|Sanatana Dharma]] that any food, item or work is offered (dedicated) to Lord before it is used. Puthari payasam is offered to Lord.
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'''Kuchela Dinam''': The first Wednesday of the month of Dhanu (December) is celebrated as Kuchela Dinam. It is based on the belief that it was on this day that Kuchela, an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna offered Avil (parched rice) to him and in return attained eternal bliss and material prosperity . Avil offering is considered auspicious on this day.
[[Image:Vasudevapuram_temple.JPG|right|thumb|300px|Vasudevapuram temple]]


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* Kuchela Dinam: The first Wednesday of the month of Dhanu (December) is celebrated. It is based on the belief that on this day Kuchela, an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna, offered Avil (parched rice) to him and in return attained eternal bliss and material prosperity. Avil offering is considered auspicious on this day.
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==See also==

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== See also ==
* [[Temples of Kerala]]
* [[Temples of Kerala]]


==Notes==
== References ==
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== External links ==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQiuqPD2NiY A visit to Vasudevapuram]
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Latest revision as of 23:37, 6 March 2023

Vasudevapuram temple

Sri Vasudevapuram Temple is one of three ancient temples (Maha-Kshetram) on the Southern bank of holy river Bharathapuzha. It sits east of the other two, Maha-Shiva Temple and Brahma temple. These temples along with the famous Thirunavaya Maha-Vishnu temple across the river form the trilogy in Sanatana Dharma).[1] Tavanur is called Muvaankara (മൂവ്വാങ്കര). Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva are the presiding deities, so it was initially known as Muvalankara, and then Muvaankara. Vasudevapuram Tavanur is situated in the middle of a wooded area resembling that of Sabarimala.

History

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Vasudevapuram Tavanur belonged to Maravanchery Mana and was later handed to a registered trust of devotees. Sri Vasudevapuram temple was built for Vilwamangalam Swamiyar's mother for offering prayer during her old age. Vilwamangalam Swamiyar was so great a devotee of Sri Krishna that he was said to possess the ability to "see" him. He was instrumental in setting up temples in Kerala such as Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvaarppu, and Cherthala Kaarthiaayani.[2][3] The Krishna idol (murti) made of jet black stone is in the form of the youthful Krishna with butter in both hands. It is believed by devotees to have been the idol worshiped by Vilwamangalam Swamiyar.

Vsudevapuram-Panoramic view

Legends

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As a child Krishna appeared to Vilwamangalam Swamiyar, a mahatma who was a devout Brahmin and a yathi varyan. He worshiped Krishna in child form. After the disappearance of his mortal body, the idol of the youthful Krishna was installed in the temple and the village was dedicated to Krishna. This temple was renamed Vasudevapuram. Later a devotee of Lord Shiva brought a Shiva lingam and installed it in the temple for his worship. Ganapathi and Shasta idols were also installed.[4]

Festivals

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  • Ashtami Rohini: The birthday of Lord Krishna, celebrated in Chingam (August–September) .[5] It is celebrated every year with cultural programs, procession, and special poojas including Guru pooja (Yatheeswara pooja). The devotees are given a special feast.
  • Niraputhari: This takes place in the month of Chingam. Puthari means "new rice". It is the formal beginning of the use of rice after the new harvest season. It is a tradition in Sanatana Dharma that any food, item or work is offered (dedicated) to Lord before it is used. Puthari payasam is offered to Lord.
  • Kuchela Dinam: The first Wednesday of the month of Dhanu (December) is celebrated. It is based on the belief that on this day Kuchela, an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna, offered Avil (parched rice) to him and in return attained eternal bliss and material prosperity. Avil offering is considered auspicious on this day.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Sri Vasudevapuram Kshetram (Malayalam), Published by Sri Vasudevapuram Kshetrasamrakshana Samiti, Tavanur-679573. Ph:9895694935
  2. ^ "Vilwamangalam Swaamiyaar".
  3. ^ "Aithihyamaala" Kottarathil Sankunni. 1909; Latest edition: Oct. 1985; Published by Kottarathil Sankunny Memorial Committee, Kottayam - 686 001.
  4. ^ Proceedings of the Deva Prasnam by Jyothisha Panditha Sri. Mezhathur A. P. Kuttikrishnan Nair, 17 May 1985
  5. ^ "Guruvayur Devaswom". www.guruvayurdevaswom.org. Archived from the original on 10 April 2005.
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