Sri Naganadha Swamy Temple Thirunageshwaram – Lord Rahu

17-September-25

Sri Naganadha Swamy Temple Thirunageshwaram – Lord Rahu

THE TEMPLE OF SRI NAGANADHA SWAMY, A TEMPLE OF LORD RAHU AT THIRUNAGESHWARAM

Kumbakonam, Thanjavur District, Southern Tamilnadu (Rahu Dosha Nivarthi Sthala)

Nadi Astrology Vaitheeswaran Koil

Place of the Temple: Thirunageshwaram.

Taluk: Kumbakonam.

District: Thanjavur.

Distance from Chennai: 306 Kilometer.

To Reach the Station: Trains and Buses are available from Chennai to Kumbakonam (via Pondicherry, Cuddalore, and Mayiladuthurai).

Kumbakonam to Thirunageshwaram: Local buses and Cars service are available at all time.

Contact Number of the Temple: 0435-2463354

Food and Accommodation: Ac/ Non Ac room facility and food accommodation are available at Kumbakonam.

Name of the Temple: Sri Naganadha Swamy Temple.

God of the Temple: Sri Naganadha Swamy/Senbhahesh waran Swamy (Shiva).

Goddess of the Temple: Giri Kujambal (Parvathi).

Another God of the Temple: Ardhanareeshwarar.

Goddess of the Temple: Piraiani.

Temple Time: 6 am – 12.45 pm, 4 pm-8.30 pm.

Monumental Tree(Sthala Virutcham): Shenbhaha Maram (Magnolia Champaca)

Holy Ponds (Punnia Theertham):

There are twelve holy ponds inside the temple here. They are Sooriya, Yama, Sangu, Agni, Durga, Gowdam, Parisara, Indhra, Pruha, kanva, and Vasishta respectively. Now a days, Soorya Theertham is called Soorya Pushkarani. All the twelve theerthams are known as Thirisoola Theertham. As per the temple history, Lord Shiva created all the twelve theertham in this temple for devotees.

While Lord Shiva digged the land with His Thirisoolam, the holy Ganga River overflowed there to merge in with Nattaru, Arasalaru and Keerthimanararu. We come to know the event through a Tamil song, Siva Punnia Thelivu.

Significance about the Temple: Sage Suseelar cursed Rahu who got salvation from the curse through His worship in this temple. Rahu Himself blesses His devotees directly from this temple. Rahu Dhosha Nivarthi is famous in this temple. (To free from Rahu Dhosha): The devotees who worship Rahu in this temple in order to free from Rahu Dhosha, and Kala Sharpa Dhosha and get the blessings of Rahu to be freed out of the Dhoshas is strongly believed over here. The faith is through Pooja and Abhisheham in this temple by devotees.

The statue of the God under goes a color change (blue) during Abhisheham

is a miracle everybody witness here in this temple.

Well-known Worshippers at this Temple:

Lord Ganesha worshipped Lord Shiva of this temple to get blessed with the name Gnanapathi. Sage Gowdhama got back his wife through his worship at this temple.

Lord Indhira with the guidance of a peacock achieved greatness after His worship in this temple. Lord Brahma, Paheeradha were freed from their sins once

after their worship of Lord Shiva in this temple.

King Sithira Senar became famous after conducting festival to the God of this temple in the Tamil month Vaihasi. Lord Parasuramar worshipped Lord Shiva here to be freed from His sins. Pandavas worshipped Lord Shiva of this temple to get back their lost fortune and they performed festival to Lord Shiva in the Tamil month Karthihai.

Maharishi Vasishtta benefitted out his worship in this temple. The kings of Snakes, Aadhiseshan, Dhakshan, and Karkodakan worshipped Lord Shiva in this temple. Sage Narkunar through his constant fasting and pooja on Mondays got back life to his son. Devotees get internal and external, physical and mental peace by their worship in this temple.

Why Seekers Visit Thirunageshwaram for Rahu Dosha

In Vedic astrology, Rahu is a shadow planet associated with obsession, ambition, sudden change, foreign connections, and unconventional life paths. An afflicted Rahu in a horoscope is traditionally linked to confusion, unexpected setbacks, health anxieties without clear cause, or a persistent sense of restlessness and dissatisfaction despite outward success.

Devotees who learn through horoscope analysis or a Nadi astrology reading that Rahu Dosha — or the related and more severe Kala Sarpa Dosha, where all planets fall between Rahu and Ketu in the chart — is present often travel specifically to Thirunageshwaram, recognized as the foremost Navagraha shrine dedicated to Rahu. Worship here is believed to channel Rahu’s intense, unpredictable energy toward growth and clarity rather than confusion and instability.

What to Expect During Your Visit

The temple performs pooja six times daily, with a dedicated ritual specifically timed to Rahu Kalam — the daily period astrologically associated with Rahu’s influence — making this one of the more actively observed Navagraha temples in terms of daily ritual frequency. Visitors basing themselves in nearby Kumbakonam will find ample food and accommodation options, with convenient local transport to the temple itself.

The dramatic color change witnessed in the deity’s statue during Abhisheham is a well-documented feature of this temple and draws many devotees specifically to witness this ritual moment, alongside their remedial worship.

Connecting Your Temple Visit to a Nadi Astrology Reading

For seekers concerned about Rahu Dosha or Kala Sarpa Dosha, a Nadi Jothidam reading can confirm the specific presence and severity of these afflictions in an individual’s chart, along with tailored remedies — offering more individualized guidance than general astrology alone before a visit to Thirunageshwaram for the prescribed Pariharam.

Poojas: Pooja to the Gods is being performed six times daily. To Rahu, daily the pooja goes on during the Rahu Kala (Rahu Kalam).

Festivals: Brahmotsavam in the Tamil month Karthihai begins every year from the third Friday onwards to prolong for a period of ten days. Thirugnanasambandhar, the Tamil saint poet recited songs on this God to get blessed by Him thoroughly.

Lord Shiva directs His children whoever comes to get their Maha Shiva Nadi prediction with the influence of Rahu and Rahu Dhasha Nivarthi at this temple.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Thirunageshwaram specifically significant for Rahu worship?
The temple is recognized as the foremost Navagraha shrine dedicated to Rahu, tied to the legend of Rahu’s own redemption from a sage’s curse through worship here, making it the primary destination for devotees addressing Rahu-related afflictions.

What is Kala Sarpa Dosha and how does this temple help?
Kala Sarpa Dosha is a more severe astrological condition where all planets in a horoscope fall between Rahu and Ketu, traditionally associated with significant life obstacles. Worship at this temple is specifically believed to address both standard Rahu Dosha and this more intensive condition.

How often is pooja performed at this temple?
Pooja is performed six times daily, with an additional daily ritual specifically timed to Rahu Kalam, the period astrologically associated with Rahu’s influence.

Should I confirm Rahu Dosha before visiting the temple?
Many devotees consult a qualified astrologer or undergo a Nadi Jothidam reading beforehand to confirm the presence and severity of Rahu Dosha or Kala Sarpa Dosha in their chart, allowing for more targeted remedies rather than general worship alone.

Is this temple connected to Nadi astrology in Vaitheeswaran Koil?
While it is a separate Navagraha shrine, many seekers visiting Vaitheeswaran Koil for Nadi Jothidam readings extend their trip to include Thirunageshwaram and other nearby Navagraha temples as part of a broader spiritual and remedial journey.