Bairava Temple in Sithalapakkam Chennai

Lord Varahi Amman is a Hindu goddess worshipped mainly in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. She is considered one of the seven Mother Goddesses, also known as Sapta Matrikas, and is associated with Lord Vishnu’s boar incarnation, Varaha.

Varahi Amman is depicted as a fierce goddess with the face of a pig and the body of a woman, and is often shown riding a buffalo or a boar. She is worshipped as a protector and giver of blessings and is believed to possess the power to overcome obstacles and destroy evil forces.

In some traditions, Varahi Amman is also associated with the power of fertility and is worshipped by women seeking to conceive or for a successful pregnancy. She is also considered to be a healer of diseases and illnesses.

Worship of Varahi Amman typically involves the offering of flowers, fruits, and other offerings, as well as the recitation of her mantras and prayers. Her worship is often done with other Mother Goddesses, such as Durga or Kali.