The presiding deity of the Thirukadaiyur Temple in Tamil Nadu, known as Amritaghateshwarar. Associated with the legend of Markandeya, who was saved from Yama by Shiva. The temple is famous for marriages and the 60th/80th birthday celebrations (Sashtiabdapoorthi/Shatabhishekam).
Linga form. Associated with the legend of Markandeya embracing the linga as Yama came.