HISTORY
Lord Shree Vishnumaya Chathan Swami and Devi Temple is a well known ancient place of worship located at Peringottukara in Thrissur district, Kerala. The Deity of this temple has been worshipped by the ancestors of Eranezhathu Mangalathu Madam for over many centuries. Sri E. K. Vijayan Swami is the current successor and chieftain of the longstanding lineage. His father and forefathers were very famous oracles (velichappad & komaram – people who mediate between Divinities and human beings) of Avanangattil Kalari Sree Vishnumaya Chathan Swami Temple. Following the tradition, Sri E. K. Vijayan Swami has been the oracle (Komaram) since the age of 16 for the last 40 years. His son Vishnu is also following the footsteps of his ancestors in keeping the tradition alive.
Ritualistic prayers and day to day offerings to the main Deity of this temple has been happening since the time of Cheraman Perumal which has resulted in the Cosmic Consciousness Energy (Chaitanyam) to be at its peak. His grandfather Shri Konnan and his father Shri Ramankutty were very famous. Among these two, Shri Ramankutty has had the Divine experience of having the physical Darshan of Shree Vishnumaya Swami due to his sincere and selfless love towards him. This temple has the presence and blessings of Shree Vishnumaya Chatthan Swami and Kodungallore Devi. There are a lot of scintillating experiences and true stories of thousands of devotees who had come over generations to this temple and received blessings and grace of Shree Vishnumaya Chathan Swami and Devi resulting in solving various problems faced by them and leading a happy successful life thereafter.
Sri E K Vijayan Swami was born to Eranezhathu Mangalathu Madam, Son of Sri Kumaran on 25th November, 1957. After completing education up to S.S.L.C, he joined as the Karmi of Avanangattil Kalari Sree Vishnumaya Chathan temple. His son, Sri Vishnu is currently performing as the Oracle (Komaram) of the temple.
People from all religions both from and outside Kerala state comes and seeks the blessings of the Divine Swami. Eranezhathu Mangalathu Madam Shree Vishnumaya Chathan Swami and Devi temple provides solace to one and all and is a true Divine abode for everyone. Daily offering of prayers and worship to the main Deity happens two times a day. Devotees get the Special Darshan of Shree Vishnumaya Chathan Swami by afternoon 12. After having Darshan of the Deity, devotees receive words of Divine from the prophecies made by the Oracle solving various problems and alleviating their worries of the world. The power and Energy of Cosmic Consciousness (Chaithanyam) is visible over the centuries in the sanctum of the temple leading to such Divine experiences gained by devotees. Devotees from all folks of life visit this Divine temple to seek blessings of the Divinity. Those devotees who have gained such life changing divine experiences have vouched saying that Shree Vishnumaya Chathan swami of Ernaezhathu Mangalath Madam blesses all alike be it a politician, businessman, celebrity or even a common man.
"Kalapattu" pooja is performed in the month of Mithunam and Tula twice. During this auspicious time, devotees get special blessings from Shree Vishnumaya Chathan swami. These are the days when Devotees get to have the Divine physical Darshan of Shree Vishnumaya swami. Another special occasion is “Thiravellattu” that happens in the month of Kumbha. During this time, a lot of special prayers are offered to the Deity where devotees present are showered with special blessings of Divinity. While performing these prayers and offerings, it is accompanied by various instrumental bands, offering of food to all (annadanam) charging the environment with Divine vibrations. Thousands throng to be a part of this festival to gain the Darshan and blessings of Shree Vishnumaya Swami to make their life blessed and contented.
The uniqueness of Eranezhathu Mangalathu Madamd Chathan swami and Devi temple that makes it stands out from the rest is the communion of Vishnumaya Chathan Swami and Devi. The blessings received from such Energy Consciousness communion are a rare phenomenon. The devotees who come to have the Darshan of the Deity can themselves feel the vibrations from the Divine presence. Simple procedures of worship yet effective results are another eye catching phenomenon in the temple. Sri E K Vijayan Swami lives a very simple life following the ideals set by Shree Vishnumaya Swami of showering her boons and grace equally on the poor and the wealthy. Sri E K Vijayan Swami has been involving himself in various service activities for the lonely and helpless people in the society by trying to make their life comfortable. “Manavseva is Madhavseva” which means serving fellow humans is equivalent to serving Divinity. Sri E K Vijayan Swami has been living his life on this invaluable principle that finds its roots in the land of Bharat. He has been selflessly interacting with devotees and sincerely offering prayers to Shree Vishnumaya Chathan Swami to attain Him Grace for alleviating the problems faced by the devotees.
His steadfast sincerity and selfless love for Divinity in following the age old tradition has helped in maintaining the sanctity and purity of the Divinity at its highest. This makes him stand out and different from his contemporaries. His union in thought, word and actions in the concept of love towards fellow human beings with equanimity makes him earn the respect of future generations. His staunch faith in the Cosmic Energy Consciousness (Chaithanyam) and the rituals he offers makes him invaluable and a guiding light to all those who seek a path to tread ahead.
This Vishnumaya Chathan Swami Divine Temple provides solace and comfort from all problems to all irrespective of religion, caste and age. This place is indeed a haven for everyone who wishes to get rid of all their worldly problems and worries and look towards realizing the purpose of life.
Sri E. K. Vijayan Swami
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Sri E. K. Vijayan Swami
Eranezhathu Mangalathu Madam
Shree Vishnumaya Chathan Swami and Devi Temple
P.O. Kizhakkumuri, Peringottukara
Thrissur - 680 571
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