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Muthuramalingam

मुत्थुरामलिङ्गम्
Also known as: Mutthurāmalinkam, Muthuramalinga Mudaliar, Village Protector

About

A deified guardian deity in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the southern districts. Originally a landlord and protector of the people who was deified after his death. Worshipped as a Kaval Deivam (guardian deity) in many villages for protection, justice, and prosperity.

Attributes

ProtectionJusticeGuardianshipBenevolenceDeified hero

Symbols

SwordHorseMustacheVillage shrine
Vahana (Mount)
Horse

Associated Mantras

Om Muthuramalingam Namaḥ

Festivals

Muthuramalingam FestivalAnnual village festivals

Scriptures

Folk traditions

Regions Worshipped

Southern Tamil NaduKanyakumari districtTirunelveli

Iconography

Heroic figure with mustache. Holds sword. Riding a horse. Benevolent yet protective expression.