Why write your reply one to one? You will be exposed? I wrote to sivaraman and read yours also. Don't try to connect knee cap and bald head. I wrote in parts may be 22 vol on Kerala temple history long ago. Your frustrations I can understand but you are on the barren. Good day G K. KR IRS
---------- Forwarded message --------- From: gopala krishnan <[email protected]> Date: Sun, 14 Sept 2025, 15:18 Subject: Re: THE PERUMEENPURAM MATSYAVATARA TEMPLE, KAKKUR, KOZHIKODE DISTRICT ,KERALA -COMPILED To: <[email protected]> You know only to disagree because of your least interest in knowing day by day things about temples You are not aware much of Kerala temples.I watch a few videos and make my compilation based on write ups. If you are such a big reader you must have responded in detail about .Mr Madras Sivaraman former IAS autobiography by this time RGK Yahoo Mail: Search, organise, conquer <https://mail.onelink.me/107872968?pid=nativeplacement&c=US_Acquisition_YMktg_315_SearchOrgConquer_EmailSignature&af_sub1=Acquisition&af_sub2=US_YMktg&af_sub3=&af_sub4=100002039&af_sub5=C01_Email_Static_&af_ios_store_cpp=0c38e4b0-a27e-40f9-a211-f4e2de32ab91&af_android_url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.mail&listing=search_organize_conquer> On Sun, 14 Sep 2025 at 14:59, Rajaram Krishnamurthy <[email protected]> wrote: I disagree. As a kid you may write like that. yours is yours etc; and you cannot include others a;so without their appendages; you can remain ignorant of your birth rights. Dedicated to the idol is Vishnu ; alankaram as bottom fish might be carried out by a few temples on occasions. But real vishnu-Matsya is hardly in temples outside kerala only. dedication carries a meaning . Zoo morphing etc are never raised wrt Indian dasa avatar idols; Egypt and Greek have half human and half animals images including their GODs which were classified as animal virtual projected with head and head and body as human which was named as zooMorphic; similarly human as a whole were also depicted some parts as animal which was called Anthropomorphic. Current month TTD calendar has fish bottom and vishnu top in the sept sheet. No one excerpt wikipedia wrote as MORPHIC opposites and nowhere in any puran as you quoted are found any such descriptions. No use of pounding on me. We need higher knowledge as 99% of members may not visit temples hereafter for which data are available in the nets. WQhat I write is authentic information about the temple which remained hidden so far,unlike for the purpose of shetradanam copied from wiki and tourism subjects You may call it by any name but as rose is a rose so also it is CP only. Thank you. Think well, read well and absorb well. KR IRS 14925 On Sun, 14 Sept 2025 at 12:29, gopala krishnan <[email protected]> wrote: Your response is your's.I or other members need not agree to you RGK Yahoo Mail: Search, organise, conquer <https://mail.onelink.me/107872968?pid=nativeplacement&c=US_Acquisition_YMktg_315_SearchOrgConquer_EmailSignature&af_sub1=Acquisition&af_sub2=US_YMktg&af_sub3=&af_sub4=100002039&af_sub5=C01_Email_Static_&af_ios_store_cpp=0c38e4b0-a27e-40f9-a211-f4e2de32ab91&af_android_url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.mail&listing=search_organize_conquer> On Sat, 6 Sep 2025 at 7:45, Rajaram Krishnamurthy <[email protected]> wrote: Mr Gopalakrishnan combines wikipedia data of the forms of fish projection with the false image of Perumal as fish, in spite of my writing yesterday how many real Matsya temples are available in India. Kerala symbolised 10 temples in Kerala symbolising as dasavatara temple but the vishnu is normal Vishnu only. Of Course there are so many temples in India with the dasavatara paintings Hence quoting of puranas and partial wiki data which are truth need not be confused with the data of Mr Gopalakrishnan. Thank you K R IRS 6925 On Sat, 6 Sept 2025 at 06:14, 'gopala krishnan' via Thatha_Patty < [email protected]> wrote: THE PERUMEENPURAM MATSYAVATARA TEMPLE, KAKKUR, KOZHIKODE DISTRICT ,KERALA -COMPILED Dear friends, The Perumeenpuram Matsyavatara Temple, located in Perumeenpuram, Kakkur, in the Kozhikode district of Kerala, is a Vishnu temple dedicated to the Matsyavatara, the first incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is one of the temples featured in the Dashavatara pilgrim tourism program, which aims to link ten temples in the region that represent the ten incarnations of Vishnu. Today my posting is about this temple. A gist about Matsyavathara 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 Fish Incarnation) Significance: Part of the Dashavatara pilgrimage circuit, emphasizing spiritual growth and the protection of knowledge, as symbolized by Matsyavatara. Matsya incarnation As the preserver of the universe, Lord Vishnu has incarnated in various forms to protect the world from evil forces. *According to Hindu scriptures, his first incarnation was the Matsya Avatar, where he took the form of a divine fish.* The occasion of Matsya Jayanti marks the celebration of this incarnation. It falls on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Tritiya, the third day of the waxing moon in the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra. Matsya Jayanti 2025 Date 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 Matsya Jayanti The Matsya Avatar holds great importance in Hindu mythology. As per ancient texts, Lord Vishnu assumed the form of a giant fish to rescue the sacred Vedas and the seven sages (Saptarishis) from the catastrophic pralaya (great deluge). This divine act safeguarded knowledge and ensured the continuity of dharma (righteousness) in the world. *Devotees who observe Matsya Jayanti by worshipping Lord Vishnu are believed to be absolved of their past and present sins*. It is also considered an auspicious day to seek his blessings and embark on the path of righteousness. Mythological Story of Matsya Avatar In the Satya Yuga, King Manu was a devoted follower of Lord Vishnu and wished to see him once in his lifetime. As the Yuga neared its end, Lord Brahma fell into a deep sleep. Seizing this chance, the demon Hayagriva stole the sacred Vedas and hid in the ocean. When Brahma awoke and discovered the theft, he sought Lord Vishnu’s help. *To retrieve the Vedas, Vishnu took the form of a great fish, Matsya. * One day, while performing his rituals at the Krithamala River, King Manu found a tiny fish in his hands. The fish pleaded for protection, and Manu placed it in his Kamandalam (vessel). To his surprise, the fish kept growing. He moved it to a pond, then a lake, and finally the ocean. * That’s when Lord Vishnu revealed himself as Matsya and warned Manu of an impending great flood that would destroy everything in seven days. * Vishnu instructed Manu to build a large ship and gather plant seeds, animals, the seven sages, the Saptarishis, and Vasuki, the divine serpent. When the flood arrived, Matsya reappeared, using Vasuki to tie the ship to his horn. He guided them safely to the Himalayas. After the waters receded, Vishnu defeated Hayagriva and returned the Vedas to Brahma. *With everything Manu had preserved, life on Earth began anew, marking the start of the next Yuga. * Rituals and Celebrations of Matsya Jayanti Matsya Jayanti is observed with various rituals that honour Lord Vishnu’s divine incarnation. Here are some of the key practices followed by devotees: *1. Fasting and Prayers -Many devotees observe a strict fast on* Matsya Jayanti, consuming only satvik (pure) food. The day begins with an early morning bath and a visit to Vishnu temples, where special prayers and pujas are conducted. *2. Recitation of Vishnu mantras-Reading or listening to the* Matsya Purana and chanting the Vishnu Sahasranama (a thousand names of Lord Vishnu) are considered highly auspicious on this day. *3. Charity and Donations -Offering food, 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 help attain spiritual growth. *Spiritual Lessons from Matsya Avatar -The story of Matsya* Avatar, the first incarnation of Lord Vishnu, conveys profound moral and spiritual teachings that are timeless and deeply relevant to our lives. *Protection of Knowledge and Righteousness -Just as Lord* Vishnu safeguarded the sacred Vedas from being lost in the cosmic deluge, we too must strive to protect and preserve wisdom, truth, and dharma. Knowledge is a guiding force that helps humanity evolve spiritually and intellectually. *Compassion and Duty -The story highlights King Manu’s* selfless act of kindness when he protected a small fish without expecting anything in return. His compassion led to a greater purpose—saving all living beings from the great flood. When we extend kindness without expecting anything in return, we align ourselves with the higher principles of dharma. *Faith in the Divine Plan -Despite facing an impending* catastrophe, King Manu placed complete trust in Lord Vishnu and followed His guidance. This symbolizes unwavering faith, surrender, and adherence to the divine. Matsya is invoked as a form of Vishnu in various hymns in scriptures. In a prayer in the Bhagavata Purana, Matsya is invoked for protection from the aquatic animals and the waters. The Agni Purana suggests that Matsya be installed in the Northern direction in temples or in water bodies. The Vishnudharmottara Purana prescribes worship for Matsya for grain. Matsya is invoked as a form of Vishnu in hymns in the Brahma Purana. The Vishnu Sahasra Nama version of the Garuda Purana includes Matsya. The Vishnu Sahasra Nama in the Skanda Purana includes Matsya, Maha-matsya ("Great fish") and Timingila ("a great aquatic creature"). Matsya depiction Matsya is depicted in two forms: as a zoomorphic fish or in an anthropomorphic form. The Agni Purana prescribes Matsya be depicted zoomorphically. The Vishnudharmottara Purana recommends that Matsya be depicted as horned fish. In the anthropomorphic form, the upper half is that of the four-armed man and the lower half is a fish. The upper half resembles 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 two hands make the gestures of varadamudra, which grants boons to the devotee, and Abhaya mudra, 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 like Vishnu, one holding the chakra, another the shankha, while the front two hands hold a sword and a book signifying the Vedas he recovered from the demon. Over his elbows is an angavastra draped, while a dhoti-like draping covers his hips. There are three temples dedicated to Matsya in Kerala. The Sree Malsyavathara Mahavishnu Temple is located in the small town of Meenangadi situated on the highway between Kalpetta and Sulthan Bathery in Wayanad. Matsyamurti is the name of the principal deity, though the idol itself is that of Vishnu. The second temple dedicated to Matsya in the state is the Mootoli Sree Mahavishnu Temple in Kakkodi, Kozhikode. The third temple is the Perumeenpuram Vishnu Temple in Kakkur, Kozhikode. The idol is that of Matsya. 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 Festivals and 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 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. 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