Located in the foothills of Palani at the heart of Dindigul stands the millennia-old shrine known as Palani Murugan Temple. Also known as the Arulmigu Dandayudhapani Swami Temple, this abode of Lord Muruga has been drawing millions of devotees every year for centuries.
Palani Murugan Temple - Secret of Pazhani Temple
Lord Muruga is the primary deity of Palani Temple, and according to ancient literature, the idol is made of "Nava pashaanam," which translates to 9 herbs. The creation of this idol is credited to a Siddhar named Bhogar, who is one of the eighteen great Siddhars in Hinduism. Bogar combined nine toxic substances (Navapashanam) to create the Divine Medicine in the shape of the Lord Murugan statue, which is presently venerated at the Palani Murugan temple. The deity's idol is believed to be crafted from a fusion of these nine poisonous elements, resulting in an everlasting remedy when blended in a specific proportion.
Interestingly, Bhogar attained jeeva saamadhi within the temple premises itself. This samaadhi is a must visit for those who visit this temple. In the southwestern corridor of the temple, there is a sacred shrine dedicated to Bhogar. According to legend, this shrine is believed to be linked to a cave deep within the hill through an underground tunnel. It is said that Bhogar still engages in meditation and remains vigilant in this cave, surrounded by eight idols of Muruga.
About Palani Temple
Palani Arulmigu Shri Dhandayuthapani Temple is one of the Six Abodes of Murugan. The Thandayudhapani Temple dedicated to Murugan "Palani Andavar", and regarded one of his Arupadai Veedu (Six Battle Camps), is situated here. The temple is situated atop a hill known as Sivagiri.
Story of Palani Temple
There is an interesting story connected to Palani temple and the Chera king. When the king went the king was touring the Palani hills, Lord Muruga came and gave a darshan in his dream. He instructed the king to rebuild the hill temple. The Chera king went up the hill and really found the idol of Murugan.
Importance of Hair Offering at Palani Temple
Tonsuring one's head is an important offering at Palani. The belief is that by shaving off one's head hair, the devotee is removing the ego and gaining spiritual wisdom. Many devotees get the first head shave of newborn children done here; many women also come here for this offering.
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