Anegudde Siddhi Vinayaka Temple-One of the 7 Mukthi Sthalaas in Coastal Karnataka.
Aum Ekadantaya Viddhamahe, Vakratundaya Dhimahi,
Tanno Danti Prachodayat॥
Meaning............
We pray to the one with the single-tusked elephant tooth who is omnipresent. We meditate upon and pray for greater intellect to the Lord with the curved, elephant-shaped trunk. We bow before the one with the single-tusked elephant tooth to illuminate our minds with wisdom.
Anegudde Vinayaka Temple.....One of the 7 Mukthi Sthalaas in Coastal Karnataka.
Anedgudde Vinayaka temple is a temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha located at Kumbhashi around 30 K.M from Udupi and 7 K.M. from Kundapura. This temple is located on a small hillock surrounded by greenery and lots of trees.
“Aane” in Kannada means elephant and “gudde” means a small hillock. Since this temple is located in a small hillock which was frequented by elephants in the past, it was named Aanegudde . This is one of the 7 Mukthi Sthalaas in Coastal Karnataka.
As per the legend, many years ago, this area was under a severe drought and Sage Agasthya came here to perform Yagna to please the rain Gods. The demon Kumbhasura repeatedly disrupted the yagna. Sage Agasthya prayed Lord Ganesha for help. This was during the exile period of Pandavas who were camping nearby. Lord Ganesha blessed Bheema and gave him a sword to kill the demon. Bheema by using the blessed sword killed the demon and rescued the sages and others. Hence the place was named as Kumbashi.
Ganesha’s idol is believed to be a Swayambu (self emerged one).The idol is massive and is in the form of an elephant with a visible trunk and large ear, though not made using chisel or any other instrument.
The idol is in a standing posture with four arms. Two palms are pointing at his feet. This is believed to indicate to the devotees to surrender unconditionally to get salvation. The other two palms are in the blessing position indicating his willingness to grant the boons on complete surrender.
There are two approach roads to the temple, one by climbing many steps and the other by road which goes all the way to the temple gate.The temple has ample parking space and not much crowded.
The temple remains open from 6 A.M. till 10:00 P.M.
Anegudde – Mukthi Sthala.......
Anegudde is also known as Mukthi-Sthala (place of salvation). The place contains the benefaction of Lord Vinayaka. The place is famous for Ganesha devotees. Ganesh Chaturthi is a famous festival celebrated here. The temple festival is attractive and thousands of devotees come to worship here. The Rathotsav, that is happening in the lunar month of Margashirsha, in December, is a spectacular watch. A grand sacrament is distributed to the devotees as lunch in the temple during the celebration.
Food would be served to all the devotees after the Maha Pooja in the afternoon
Overall it will be a peaceful and soothing experience visiting this temple.
Siddhi Vinayaka Temple Anegudde.......
Anegudde’s famous Siddhi Vinayaka temple has a history dated back to centuries. The village is known for the demon Khumbasura who was murdered here. The story goes like this, as per the mythological references. Sage Agastya was performing a ritual for the wellbeing of the people. The demon Khumbasura was trying to the stop the yagna, when Bheem, one among the Pandavas killed the demon. Bheem killed Khumbasura with a powerful sword that was given by Lord Vinayaka. After the successful completion of the ritual, the people of the place became prosperous. Later, people began to worship Lord Vinayaka.
Aneguddu Siddhi Vinayaka......... Temple Architecture...
In Anegudde, the Lord Ganesha is in the standing position with four hands in the Sanctorum. The two hands held up, known as the “Varad Hasta” (offering divine boons). The other two hands are pointing downwards, which means salvation. The Idol of Ganesha has a silver armor that gives a magnanimous look. The temple has many scriptures that are related to the ancient Puranas.
Best time to Visit the Temple....
A large group of people visit the Temple during the auspicious month of Ganesh Chaturthi for offerings and to seek blessings. During December, to witness the Rathotsava, many people come during the first week of the month.
Special Offerings...
Devotees do Tulabharam, by weighing sugar, coconut, jaggery, rice against their weight. Special yagnas like Rangpuja or Ganahoma are also conducted as per the devotees wish. Many even come to offer their prayers and are believed that the prayers offered here are always answered.
How to Reach Annegudde.....
Annegudde is in Udupi district and is 9 kms from Kundapur and 30 km from Udupi. The nearest place is Mangalore which is 96 kms away from Anegudde.
By Train.....
The railway station at Kundapur is the nearest. Many trains are available to travel to the nearby stations.
By Road.....
Regular bus services are available from Kundapur to Khumbasi. People can even board a bus from Mangalore to Udupi to reach Kumbhasi.
J.KANNAN, M.Com, FIATA
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