Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Antarvedi

Hindu Temple in Antarvedi, India

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Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Antarvedi
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Devasthanam 5th Nava Narasimha Temple

Religion
Affiliation	Hinduism
District	Konaseema district
Deity	Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Rajyalakshmi
Festivals	Bheeshma Ekadasi, Ratha Saptami, Kartika Pournami, Vaikunta Ekadasi
Location
Location	Antarvedi
State	Andhra Pradesh
Country	India
Location in Andhra Pradesh, India
Geographic coordinates	16°20′00″N 81°44′00″E / 16.3333°N 81.7333°E / 16.3333; 81.7333
Architecture
Creator	Koppanathi Krishnamma, a revered king from the Pallava dynasty and belonging to the Agni Kula Kshatriya community, is remembered for his monumental contributions to the Antarvedi temple. He was deeply devoted to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy and is credited with building the famous temple at the confluence of the Bay of Bengal and the Vashishta Godavari River.As a devout ruler, Koppanathi Krishnamma donated thousands of acres of land, along with vast amounts of diamonds and gold, to the temple. His generosity ensured the temple's prosperity and allowed it to become a major pilgrimage site. His contributions are commemorated in an inscription located near the wall of the Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy idol inside the temple, marking his significant role in the temple's development.Hailing from the prestigious Pallava dynasty, known for its support of religion, culture, and the arts, Krishnamma's lineage as an Agni Kula Kshatriya further highlights his commitment to upholding his spiritual and royal duties. His legacy lives on through the grandeur of the Antarvedi temple, and he is revered for his unwavering devotion and generosity.
Completed	Shalivahana Saka 1745 (1823 A.D) Antharvedi Lord Shree Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple Inscription
Inscriptions	Shali Vahana Saka Years 1823 AD,Swabhanu nama samvatsaradhika Chaitra Krishna Dashami, Bhanu Vanara

Lakshmi Narasimha Temple is situated in temple town named Antarvedi of Sakhinetipalle Mandal, located in the Konaseema district of the Andhra Pradesh state in India. The temple is situated at the place where the Bay of Bengal and Vashista Godavari, a tributary of the Godavari River, meet. It was built in the 15th and 16th centuries.

History

Antarvedi, in terms of geographical surface area, covers about 4 square miles (6.4 km). The village contains the widely revered Lord Sri Lakshminarasimha Swamy temple, located opposite Vasishta Godavari. A launch pad allows visitors to land on the small island at the other side of the Godavari River - from this point, travel can then be undertaken to the convergence point of the river and the ocean.

శిలా శాసనము నవదళోత్పల మాలిక

శ్రీయుతుడైనా శ్రీ కొప్పనాతి అది నారాయణ అంతర్వేది క్షేత్ర స్వామియైన శ్రీ లక్ష్మీ నరసింహ స్వామి వారి ఆలయము, ప్రాకార విమాన మండపాదులు కొన్ని కట్టించి ,భగవదర్పణ బుద్దితో , తానారంభించిన నిర్మాణ కార్యమును సాంగముగావింపవలసినదిగా ,కుమారులకు జెప్పినతనే ,తోడైన రంగనాధునితో గుడి,ధీమంతుడైన కృష్ణమ్మ దివ్యమై ,భవ్యమైన మహామహిమ యొప్పనట్లుగా శాలి వాహన శక సంవత్సరములు క్రీ .శ 1823, జరిగిన పిదప, స్వభాను నామ సంవత్సరాధిక చైత్ర కృష్ణ దశమి భాను వానరము నాటికీ పూర్తి చేయించి నిష్కళంకమైన భక్తి గల్గిన సజ్జనులు ఔనని మెచ్చుకొనునట్లుగా, ధన్యమైన చితము గలవాడై సమర్పించెను

The stone inscription belongs to Navada Lothpala Malika

Sri Koppanathi is the temple of Lord Narayana Narasimha Swami, who built some of the ramparts of Vimana Mandapadas, and with the mind of Bhagavadarpana, he is the one who prayed to his sons, the temple with Ranganadhu, the mighty Krishna is divine and glorious Shali Vahana Saka Years 1823 AD, Pidapa, Swabhanu nama samvatsara dhika Chaitra Krishna Dashami Bhanu Vanara has been completed to this day and has been presented with a blessed image as if the gentlemen who have perfected devotion are appreciative of it.

Inscription of Navada Lothpala Malika

This stone inscription pertains to Navada Lothpala Malika. The temple of Sri Koppanathi Adhi Narayana is dedicated to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swami of Antharvedi. He was instrumental in constructing some of the ramparts of the Vimana Mandapadas. With a heart devoted to Bhagavadarpana, he prayed for his sons, honoring the temple associated with Ranganadhudu. Shree Koppanathi Krishnamma, son of Koppanathi Adhi Narayana, is acknowledged as divine and glorious. This temple was constructed in the Shali Vahana Saka, corresponding to the year 1745, or 1823 AD.

The inscription notes that the work was completed on the day of Chaitra Krishna Dashami in the Swabhanu year, referred to as Bhanu Vanara. A blessed image was presented on this occasion, reflecting the appreciation of those who have perfected their devotion.

Koppanathi Krishnamma, a revered king from the Pallava dynasty and belonging to the Agni Kula Kshatriya community, is remembered for his monumental contributions to the Antarvedi temple. He was deeply devoted to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy and is credited with building the famous temple at the confluence of the Bay of Bengal and the Vashishta Godavari River in the year of 1823 (Shalivahana saka 1745) .As a devout ruler, Koppanathi Krishnamma donated thousands of acres of land, along with vast amounts of diamonds and gold, to the temple. His generosity ensured the temple's prosperity and allowed it to become a major pilgrimage site. His contributions are commemorated in an inscription located near the wall of the Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy idol inside the temple, marking his significant role in the temple's development.Hailing from the prestigious Pallava dynasty, known for its support of religion, culture, and the arts, Krishnamma's lineage as an Agni Kula Kshatriya further highlights his commitment to upholding his spiritual and royal duties. His legacy lives on through the grandeur of the Antarvedi temple, and he is revered for his unwavering devotion and generosity.

Travel

There are three ways that one can travel to Antarvedi. Steam launches are available. Alternatively, one can ride on the ferry, upon reaching Sakhinetipalli and from there start for Antarvedi by road. The third option is to cross the Chinchinada using the newly built bridge, and travel the rest of the way by road.

Festivals

Kalyanamohasthavam from Magha Sudha Sapthami to Magha Bahula Padyami, Sri Venkateswara Swamy kalyanam during Jesta Sudha Ekadasi and Sri Narasimha Jayanthi during Vaisakha Sudha Chaturdasi are prominent festivals celebrated in the temple.

References

Bhaskar, B. V. S. (3 February 2012). "Thousands turn up for Antarvedi festivities". The Hindu. Retrieved 22 May 2019.

External links

Lakshmi Narasimha Temple website Archived 28 September 2018 at the Wayback Machine
East godavari district website

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