Arunachalam and Tiru-annamalai (or Tiruvannamalai) are the same. People would have very well seen the description "Arunachala's abode". Tiruvannamalai is a combination of words. 'Thiru' in Tamil means 'SHRI' as in Sanskrit 'Malai' in Tamil means 'Mountain' in English or 'GIRI' as in Sanskrit
The whole word TIRUVANNAMALAI translates to SHRI ARUNACHALA'S HILL. The Hill which is the abode of Lord Arunachala.
And hence TIRUVANNAMALAI and ARUNACHALAM, though may sound unrelated, are the same.
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Why does the author has to say Arunachalam instead of the well-known and the official name Thiruvannamalai? No buses or posts are going to use the term "Arunachalam" (See the address listed at the end of the article!).
These journos are always creating confusions in the name of creative writing.
RE:Arunachalam is mis-leading
by khaan on Jun 19, 2008 12:35 PM Permalink
from your msg,it is very clear that u understand very well,which place auther is talking about, u type of ppl are so frustu with youe life that always serching how to critisize thats all
RE:Arunachalam is mis-leading
by Krishna Moorthy on Jun 19, 2008 05:01 PM Permalink
Ganesh's comment is valid. I had been to Thiruvannamalai several times. No where the place is mentioned as Arunachalam (I haven't seen any). It just creates confusion.
RE:Arunachalam is mis-leading
by Sameer Bhagwat on Jul 02, 2008 10:35 AM Permalink
that just shows your ignorance. I am sure you would know which city is referred to as "the Big apple", but when it comes to Arunachalam it is fashionable to feign ignorance.
RE:Arunachalam is mis-leading
by Madurai SatheeshKumar on Jun 25, 2008 12:08 PM Permalink
Dear Friends, The usage of the word 'Arunachala' is like using 'Prayag' for 'Allahabad', so to say...Its what been used in the scriptures & ancient texts.
Its not to be used while traveling as generally the buses use the official name 'Thiruvannamalai'...
But I presume most people here would know this difference in the usage.
RE:Arunachalam is mis-leading
by Sameer Bhagwat on Jul 02, 2008 10:36 AM Permalink
This just shows your ignorance, Ganesh. I am sure you would know which city is referred to as "the Big apple", but when it comes to Arunachalam it is fashionable to feign ignorance.
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RE:will meditation alone save us?
by Anand on Jun 19, 2008 12:38 AM Permalink
I totally agree with you.But Tamilnadu is known for its ancient scriptures propagating sidhantha .Its dates back to 8500BC. Bcos Bengal is ruled by communists-they won't accept Vivekananda,this type attacks on Hindus will happen.I don't know how bengalis are toleraring and voting them continuously.
RE:ERROR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
by Chanakya on Jun 19, 2008 12:09 PM Permalink
Umashankar - Thiru is added as a prefex to holy places like Thiru Anna Malai (Thiruvannamali), Thiru Anantha Puram (Thiruvananthapuram), Thiru Chira palli (Thiruchirapalli) likewise...Malai and Achalam means hill.. Aruna Achalam (Arunachalam), Anna Malai (Annamalai)... hope your doubt is cleared to some extent.
