History of the place

During the churning of the milk ocean, the was a quarrel between the Devas and the Asuras. To help the Devas, the Lord took Mohini (mesmerizing lady form) avatar, lured the asuras and gave the nectar to Devas. As the Lord took Mohini form (Moham in sanskrit means passion or desire), this place is called Thirumohanavur and now Thirumohur. Later Sage Pulasthiyar wanted to have the darshan of the Lord as Mohini and the Lord granted him darshan. As per his request, the Lord is present here with a mesmerizing form to captivate the hearts of the devotees.

Saints who worshiped

Mangalasasanam (hymns) by Nammazhwar and Thirumangai Azhwar. This temple ranks 94th in the 108 divya desas.

Temple History, Speciality, Miracle and Greatness

The Sudarsanar ( Chakkrathazhwar) shrine here is an ancient one. The Urchavar (procession deity) has 154 Mantras engraved on it. The Moolavar (presiding deity) has 48 Moolavar is engraved with 48 Ati Devas belonging to mantras. The Lord has 16 hands with 16 weapons, fire crown and in running position. Behind Him is the holy Narasimha Sudarsanam. The word "Aaptan" means Friend. Thus this Lord becomes the best friend to his devotee and also the guide for that soul in its last journey. Though Nammazhwar prayed to all the Lords in the 108 divya desams, it is this Kalamega Perumal who led Nammazhwar to Vaikunta (Salvation). So, if a person prays to this Lord, his place in Vaikunta is assured. Lighting of Moksha Deepam (lamp for salvation) is special here.

Pariharam

Raghu / Kethu parihar sthalam. People pray for the salvation of their ancestors. Devotees pray to Chakkrathazhwar here for success in business, promotion, employment, foreign travel. Pooja to the newly bought vehicle is famous here.

Pariharam Procedure

Abishekam to Chakkrathazhwar in curd is very important prayer commitment. Devotees offer vastras (clothes) to Perumal and Thayar (Mother) and apply butter Annadhanam is also done. Sweet rice (Sakkarai pongal) is also offered as prayer commitment. Devotees light lamps during Raghu Kaala time to Lord Vinayaka for relief from Raghu/Kethu doshas.

Pooja Types

Pancharathram

Festival Period

10 days Vaikasi Brammotsavam, Chakkrathazhwar star day in Aani, Vaikunta Ekadasi, Thirukalyanam in Panguni Uthiram.

Dharshan Timings

IST 07:00 AM to 12 Noon, 04:00 PM to 08:00 PM. The temple opens at 05.30 AM on Saturdays.

How to reach

Thirumogur is 10 km from Madurai. Bus facilities are available.

Nearest Location

Railway Station: Madurai Airport : Madurai