Lord Somnath Jyotirlinga Homam

Lord Somnath, the Lord of the Moon, is the reigning lord of one of the 12 powerful Jyotirlinga or pillars of light. Performing homam to Lord Somnath alleviates malefic effects of moon in the chart. The Homam, therefore, removes mental fatigue, body pains, tensions and depression, worsening relationships with near and dear ones, emotional disturbances and sexual problems like fertility, sterility, etc. It also wards off ill-effects of sorcery and witchcraft, and gives immense peace and happiness. Lord Somnath Jyotirlinga Homam helps to gain profits in business, and improves life in workspace. Also Lord Shiva as Somnath assures devotees with a healthy, happy and prosperous life. Worshipping lord Somnath also absolves sins, gives peace, wealth and salvation.

Somanathaswami Temple is situated at Needur, Myiladuthurai in Tamil Nadu. The presiding deity of the temple is called Arul Somanatha Swamy/ Karkadeswarar or Bhadrakaleeswarar whose consort is Veyuru Tholiyammai or Adhigandhi Ammai or Aalala Sundari or Vedanayagi. The temple is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams glorified in the ancient Thevaram hymns of Tamil Saivite saints. According to ancient literature, Lord Chandra or Soma excavated a tank called ‘Chandra Theertham’ to get relief from his ill health. He bathed in the tank, worshipped Lord Shiva and was finally relieved of his illness. Hence Lord Shiva came to be known as Somanathar. It is said Goddess Kali also visited this place from Kedarnath and Kasi, and Lord Shiva made Kali (Aalala Sundari) responsible for the safety of the people of the village. People perform special pujas, ‘abhishekam’ and offer vastra or cloth to the lord and the mother. For those facing delays in wedding matters, having issues regarding children’s welfare and also those seeking pardon for wrong-doings can pray to the lord for positive outcomes.

The Shiva Panchakshari Yantra is a powerful yantra of Lord Shiva. It is a visual representation of the lord’s powerful mantra, Om Namah Shivaya. The yantra has the powers to attract the energies of the lord to protect from all forms of dangers. It can also act as a shield against enemy activities. It’s also a meditative tool that can keep anger, lust, desire, jealousy and other negative thoughts that prevent a person from attaining self-realization and moksha or liberation. The yantra can overcome all kinds of graha dosha, financial and property related issues, debt-related problems, depression, and mental disorders. Devotees who worship this yantra can also experience good sleep and peace of mind. It can also be worshipped during long journeys and travel.