Thiruvengadu Temple (Swethaaranyeshwarar) – Budhan Navagraha Sthalam

Thiruvengadu kovil, also called Swethaaranyeshwarar Temple, is one of the nine powerful Navagraha temples of Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Budhan (Mercury), it is also known as Thiruvengadu Sivan kovil. Devotees visit here to seek blessings for wisdom, education, intelligence, and relief from planetary doshas.

Thiruvengadu Temple Timings

• Morning: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM

• Evening: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Special darshan hours may vary during festivals and kumbabhishekam days.

Thiruvenkadu Temple History in Tamil Tradition

In Tamil literature, Thiruvenkadu is called Swethaaranyam, meaning White Forest. The temple is sung in Thevaram hymns by saints Appar, Sundarar, and Thirugnanasambandar.

Legends say that Budhan Graha (Mercury) performed penance here and was blessed by Lord Shiva. The temple is also believed to be the site where Shiva performed his Rudra Thandavam, the cosmic dance of destruction and renewal.

For centuries, devotees in Tamil Nadu have believed that worshipping at this temple removes Budhan dosha, sharpens intellect, and grants eloquence.

Thiruvengadu Kovil Kumbabhishekam

The temple has seen many kumbabhishekam ceremonies, each conducted with Tamil Agama rituals and Vedic chants. These events recharge the spiritual energy of the shrine and draw thousands of devotees.

Distance & Location

• From Sirkazhi: ~10 km

• From Thanjavur: ~60 km

• Well connected by road and train routes.

Contact Information

📞 Official temple office: +91-8824896818

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• Live or recorded video of the puja

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FAQs

Q1. What is Thiruvengadu temple famous for?
It is one of the Navagraha temples, dedicated to Budhan (Mercury).

Q2. Why is Thiruvengadu important in Tamil tradition?
Because it is sung in Thevaram hymns and associated with Shiva’s Rudra Thandavam.

Q3. What are the temple timings?
Morning: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Evening: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Q4. How can I book an online pooja?
You can book directly via Ghar Pooja.