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Thamaraiyal Kelvan (Parthasarathy)

Thirupparthanpalli — Divya Desam #36

Divya Desam #36 • Chola Nadu (Sirkazhi (Thirunangur) Cluster)
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Lord Krishna taught wisdom and gave a divine sword to Arjuna (Partha) here to quench his thirst and win battles.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #36 (Thirupparthanpalli) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Chola Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Thamaraiyal Kelvan (Parthasarathy), graces devotees in Ninra (Standing) posture facing West beneath the sacred Narayana Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Thamarai Nayaki. Holy dips or prostrations near the Katka Pushkarani are believed to bestow peace, prosperity, and Moksha. Throughout the centuries, Chola, Pandya, Pallava, and Vijayanagara rulers contributed मंडपम्स (mandapams), gopurams, and stone inscriptions preserving the daily Pancharatra / Vaikhanasa Agama worship.
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🙏 Azhwars: Thirumangai Azhwar, Poigai Azhwar (10 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Thirumangai Azhwar, Poigai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 10 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Thirumangai Azhwar, Poigai Azhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Thamaraiyal Kelvan (Parthasarathy) and Thamarai Nayaki at Thirupparthanpalli. Reciting the Pasurams of this Divya Desam inside the sanctum (Garbhagriha) is considered the highest spiritual offering during a pilgrim's Yatra.
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• Annual Brahmotsavam: Celebrated with grand Vahana processions including Garuda Sevai, Hanumantha Vahanam, Surya/Chandra Prabhai, and Rathotsavam (Temple Car festival).
• Vaikuntha Ekadasi (Margazhi): Special Paramapada Vasal / Rapathu & Pagalpathu Utsavam with recitation of Naalayira Divya Prabandham.
• Panguni Uthiram & Thayar Thirukalyana Utsavam: Celestial wedding festival of Lord Thamaraiyal Kelvan (Parthasarathy) and Goddess Thamarai Nayaki.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Sirkazhi (Thirunangur) Cluster (Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Mayiladuthurai and nearby pilgrimage towns in Sirkazhi (Thirunangur) Cluster. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Mayiladuthurai / Sirkazhi (Thirunangur) Cluster junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Mayiladuthurai - Tamil Nadu region (approx. 1 to 2.5 hours by cab via highway).
• Pilgrim Tip: Verify temple opening hours (6:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM) before starting; afternoon closure is typically between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.