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LORD OF VAIKOM |
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Thus the three
spots-Vaikom, Kaduthuruthy and Ettumanur-were sanctified simultaneously. It is believed as
stated in the previous chapter that darsha these places on the same day is highly
auspicious.
Vyaghrapada, a great saint in his owns right worshipped the Shivalinga at Vaikom with
extreme devotion. Thus in due course the place also acquired his name-'Vyaghrapada puram'
or 'Vyaghrapuri' and ultimately Vaikom for short.
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