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  • 2025-06-22
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MettuMahadhanapuram mahalakshmi and kurumba

The Mahalakshmi Temple at Krishnarayapuram–Mahadanapuram (near Karur) is deeply connected with the Kurumba (shepherd) community, not to be confused with Kurumba Gounders. Here's how:

The Shrine & Kurumba Link

The temple, built around 800 years ago (and later expanded by Krishnadevaraya), is nestled near the Cauvery River in Karur district  .

Kurumba (tribal shepherds) are the original custodians and devotees. The legend says Goddess Mahalakshmi appeared to them while they grazed sheep. They covered her with wool and protected her from the demon Andhakasura  .

Dramatic Ritual Origin

When the demon attacked, the Kurumbas:

1. Swathed the self-manifested (swayambhu) Mahalakshmi in wool,

2. Were tested by the goddess,

3. Broke coconuts on their shaved heads to please Lord Shiva,

4. Shiva then appeared and vanquished the demon  .

This became an enduring temple ritual: during Aadi Perukku, coconut-breaking on the head is performed as an act of vow fulfillment  .

The Kurumba–Mahalakshmi Connection

Element Significance

Founding myth Goddess revealed to Kurumba shepherds under threat from a demon.

Wool covering Symbolizes their pastoral occupation — sheep’s wool protecting the divine.

Coconut ritual Rite of devotion echoing the ancient story and continuing Kurumba heritage.

Custodianship Kurumba community historically cared for the shrine and its rituals.

Cultural Significance

This temple is often regarded as the family (kuladeivam) shrine for many Kurumba and related tribal groups across Karur and Kongu Nadu  .

It also attracts rural devotees seeking fertility, protection, education, and marriage blessings.

✅ Summary

The Kurumba community (tribal shepherds) are intimately tied to the Karur Mahalakshmi Temple through:

1. Foundational legend of Mahalakshmi seeking refuge,

2. Wool and coconut rituals reflecting their identity,

3. Custodial and devotional role preserved through centuries.

This is a fine example of how tribal traditions, local deity worship, and mainstream Hindu practices have interwoven beautifully in Tamil Nadu’s village culture.



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