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Kannappa

Kannappa, also known as Bhakta Kannappa, is a revered Hindu devotee of Lord Shiva, famous for his extreme devotion to the point of offering his own eyes to stop a bleeding Shiva lingam, showcasing unparalleled selfless love and loyalty; his story is particularly associated with the Srikalahasti temple in Andhra Pradesh, where the lingam he worshipped is said to have “bled” when he saw it, prompting him to offer his eyes to stop the bleeding; originally called “Thinna,” he was a hunter who would offer the meat he hunted to the Shiva lingam, despite not following traditional worship practices, as his devotion was so pure; his story is often told as a testament to the power of true Bhakti, where the Lord accepts devotion regardless of the form it takes.
Key points about Kannappa:
Origin:
Kannappa was a hunter from the Chenchu tribe, originally called “Thinna,” and lived near the Srikalahasti temple in present-day Andhra Pradesh.
The Bleeding Lingam:
The legend says that while worshipping a Shiva lingam, Kannappa noticed it was bleeding from one of its eyes. Unable to bear the sight of his deity suffering, he plucked out one of his own eyes and placed it on the lingam to stop the bleeding.
Second Eye Offering:
When the other eye of the lingam started bleeding too, Kannappa prepared to offer his second eye as well, but Shiva, moved by his devotion, appeared and restored his sight, granting him liberation.
Unique Worship Practices:
Kannappa’s devotion was considered unique as he offered the meat he hunted and even used water from his mouth to worship the Shiva lingam.
Symbolism:
Kannappa’s story is often interpreted as a representation of the highest level of devotion, where a devotee is willing to sacrifice anything for their deity.

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