THEPERUMEENPURAM MATSYAVATARA TEMPLE, KAKKUR, KOZHIKODE DISTRICT ,KERALA
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Dear friends,
The Perumeenpuram Matsyavatara Temple, located inPerumeenpuram, Kakkur, in the
Kozhikode district of Kerala, is a Vishnu templededicated to the Matsyavatara,
the first incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is oneof the temples featured in the
Dashavatara pilgrim tourism program, which aimsto link ten temples in the
region that represent the ten incarnations ofVishnu.
Today my posting is about this temple. A gist aboutMatsyavathara is also
included for reading enthusiastic.
Hope a divine reading
Gopalakrishnan 6-12-2025
Key Information
Temple Name: Perumeenpuram Matsyavatara Temple
Location: Perumeenpuram, Kakkur, Kozhikode district, Kerala
Deity: Lord Vishnu (specifically the Matsyavatara or FishIncarnation)
Significance: Part of the Dashavatara pilgrimage circuit,emphasizing spiritual
growth and the protection of knowledge, as symbolized byMatsyavatara.
Matsya incarnation
As the preserver of the universe, Lord Vishnu has incarnatedin various forms to
protect the world from evil forces. According to Hindu scriptures, hisfirst
incarnation was the Matsya Avatar, where he took the form of a divinefish. The
occasion of Matsya Jayanti marks the celebration of thisincarnation. It falls
on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Tritiya, the third day of thewaxing moon in the Hindu
lunar month of Chaitra.
Matsya Jayanti 2025Date and Tithi
Matsya Jayanti in 2025 was observed on Monday, 31st March 2025.
Tritiya Tithi Began: 31st March 2025 at 9:11 AM
Tritiya Tithi Ended: 1st April 2025 at 5:42 AM
Significance of MatsyaJayanti
The Matsya Avatar holds great importance in Hindu mythology.As per ancient
texts, Lord Vishnu assumed the form of a giantfish to rescue the sacred Vedas
and the seven sages (Saptarishis) from thecatastrophic pralaya (great deluge).
This divine act safeguarded knowledge and ensured thecontinuity of dharma
(righteousness) in the world.
Devotees who observeMatsya Jayanti by worshipping Lord Vishnu are believed to
be absolved of theirpast and present sins.It is also considered an auspicious
day to seek his blessings and embark on thepath of righteousness.
Mythological Story ofMatsya Avatar
In the Satya Yuga, King Manu was a devoted follower of LordVishnu and wished to
see him once in his lifetime.
As the Yuga neared its end, Lord Brahma fell into a deepsleep. Seizing this
chance, the demon Hayagriva stole the sacred Vedasand hid in the ocean. When
Brahma awoke and discovered the theft, hesought Lord Vishnu’s help. Toretrieve
the Vedas, Vishnu took the form of a great fish, Matsya.
One day, while performing his rituals at the KrithamalaRiver, King Manu found a
tiny fish in his hands. The fish pleaded forprotection, and Manu placed it in
his Kamandalam (vessel). To his surprise, the fish kept growing. He moved it to
a pond, then alake, and finally the ocean.
That’s when Lord Vishnu revealedhimself as Matsya and warned Manu of an
impending great flood that woulddestroy everything in seven days.
Vishnu instructed Manu to build a large ship and gather plant seeds, animals,
theseven sages, the Saptarishis, and Vasuki, the divine serpent. When theflood
arrived, Matsya reappeared, using Vasuki to tie the ship tohis horn. He guided
them safely to the Himalayas.
After the waters receded, Vishnu defeated Hayagriva andreturned the Vedas to
Brahma. With everythingManu had preserved, life on Earth began anew, marking
the start of the nextYuga.
Rituals andCelebrations of Matsya Jayanti
Matsya Jayanti is observed with various rituals that honourLord Vishnu’s divine
incarnation. Here are some of the key practices followedby devotees:
1. Fasting and Prayers -Manydevotees observe a strict fast on Matsya Jayanti,
consuming only satvik (pure) food. The daybegins with an early morning bath and
a visit to Vishnu temples, where specialprayers and pujas are conducted.
2. Recitation of Vishnumantras-Reading or listening to the Matsya Purana and
chanting the Vishnu Sahasranama (athousand names of Lord Vishnu) are considered
highly auspicious on this day.
3. Charity and Donations -Offeringfood, clothes, and financial aid to the needy
is a vital aspect of Matsya Jayanti.Devotees believe that acts of charity bring
blessings from Lord Vishnu and helpattain spiritual growth.
Spiritual Lessons fromMatsya Avatar -The story of Matsya Avatar, the first
incarnation of Lord Vishnu, conveysprofound moral and spiritual teachings that
are timeless and deeply relevant toour lives.
Protection of Knowledgeand Righteousness -Just as Lord Vishnu safeguarded the
sacred Vedas from being lost in thecosmic deluge, we too must strive to protect
and preserve wisdom, truth, anddharma. Knowledge is a guiding force that helps
humanity evolve spiritually andintellectually.
Compassion and Duty -Thestory highlights King Manu’s selfless act of kindness
when he protected a small fishwithout expecting anything in return. His
compassion led to a greaterpurpose—saving all living beings from the great
flood. When we extend kindnesswithout expecting anything in return, we align
ourselves with the higherprinciples of dharma.
Faith in the DivinePlan -Despite facing an impending catastrophe, King Manu
placedcomplete trust in Lord Vishnu and followed His guidance. This
symbolizesunwavering faith, surrender, and adherence to the divine.
Matsya is invoked as aform of Vishnu in various hymns in scriptures. In a
prayer in the Bhagavata Purana, Matsya isinvoked for protection from the
aquatic animals and the waters.
The Agni Purana suggests that Matsya be installed in theNorthern direction in
temples or in water bodies.
The Vishnudharmottara Purana prescribes worship for Matsyafor grain.
Matsya is invoked as a form of Vishnu in hymns in the BrahmaPurana.
The Vishnu Sahasra Nama version of the Garuda Purana includesMatsya.
The Vishnu Sahasra Nama in the Skanda Purana includes Matsya,Maha-matsya
("Great fish") and Timingila ("a great aquaticcreature").
Matsya depiction
Matsya is depicted in two forms: as a zoomorphic fish or inan anthropomorphic
form. The Agni Purana prescribes Matsya be depictedzoomorphically. The
Vishnudharmottara Purana recommends that Matsya be depictedas horned fish.
In the anthropomorphicform, the upper half is that of the four-armed man and
the lower half is a fish. The upper halfresembles Vishnu and wears the
traditional ornaments and the kirita-mukuta(tall conical crown) as worn by
Vishnu. He holds in two of his hands the Sudarshana chakra (discus)and a
shankha (conch), the usual weapons of Vishnu. The other twohands make the
gestures of varadamudra, which grants boons to the devotee, and Abhayamudra,
which reassures the devotee of protection.
In another configuration, he might have all four attributes of Vishnu,namely
the Sudarshana chakra, a shankha, a gada (mace) and a lotus.
In some representations, Matsya is shown with four hands likeVishnu, one
holding the chakra, another the shankha, while the front two handshold a sword
and a book signifying the Vedas he recovered from the demon. Overhis elbows is
an angavastra draped, while a dhoti-like draping covers his hips.
There are threetemples dedicated to Matsya in Kerala. The Sree Malsyavathara
Mahavishnu Temple is located in the smalltown of Meenangadi situated on the
highway between Kalpetta and Sulthan Batheryin Wayanad. Matsyamurti is the name
of the principal deity, though the idolitself is that of Vishnu. The second
temple dedicated to Matsya in the state isthe Mootoli Sree Mahavishnu Temple in
Kakkodi, Kozhikode. The third temple isthe Perumeenpuram Vishnu Temple in
Kakkur, Kozhikode. The idol is that ofMatsya. The main ceremony of this temple
for devotees is called meenuttu(feeding the fish).
Poojas
Aayursooktha Pushpanjali₹30Enna₹10
Mahasudarshana Manthram₹50
Neyvilakku₹20 Palpayasam₹60
Purusha Sooktham Archana₹30 Raktha Pushpanjali₹30
Address of temple
Aamamangalam Sree Mahavishnu Temple
Kakkur, Kerala 673613
Deities
Presiding Deity:Sree Mahavishnu
Sub Deities:Sree Bhadrakali, Sree Ganapathy, Lord Ayyappan, Lord
Dhakshinamoorthi
Important Festivalsand Days:
Annual Festival in Dhanu, Karkidaka Pooja, Navarathri
Temple Timings
6:00 am: nada thurakkal temple closes at 9:00 am
Temple opens at 5:30 pm temple closes at 6:30 pm
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