Shri Chitragupta Swamy Temple
Temple
Shri Chitragupta Swamy Temple
Shri Chitragupta Swamy Temple in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is a rare and significant Hindu temple dedicated to Chitragupta, the divine accountant of human deeds. Located on Nellukara Street, this temple is one of the few in India devoted to Chitragupta, who is believed to assist Yama, the god of death, in maintaining records of good and bad actions.
According to legend, Chitragupta was created by Lord Shiva from a painting, symbolizing his role in recording human karma. The temple, built during the Chola dynasty in the 9th century, features a three-tiered Rajagopuram (gateway tower) and a single precinct around the sanctum. Inside, Chitragupta is depicted in a seated posture, holding a pen in his right hand and scriptures in his left, signifying his role as a meticulous record-keeper.
The temple is managed by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of Tamil Nadu.
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Shri Chitragupta Swamy Temple is located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu.
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