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1648. Dwaja Stambam 1 - Kaichinam

Dwaja Stambam (Flagstaff) that is kodimaram in Tamil has significant place in Hindu temples. It is placed between Raja gopuam and Sanctum sanctorum. . Worshipping of dwaja itself equals to worshipping the main idol of the temple. Generally it is made teak wood,cladded with brass or copper or silver or gold. The dwaja-sthambam symbolises the kundalini-sakthi. The log (dwaja) represents the vertebral column and spinal column of the human body. The temple flag is hoisted to mark the yearly festivals or important occasions.Temples in Tamilnadu are built acc to agama rules.

 

Temple : Kaichinam (Kachanam),near Thiruvarur,Tamilnadu,India

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