One old man of Kundaiyur near Tirukkuvalai hearing of Sundaramurthi Nayanar's greatness was supplying him with paddy and dhol, when owing to adversity of season being unable to contribute the stipulated quantity prayed to God. Sundarar sung praying the deity here in favour of the old man. As per Hindu legend, the image of Shiva, in the form of lingam was made with white sand by Brahma. Navagrahas, the nine planetary deities are believed to have worshipped Shiva to absolve themselves of the sins committed. Thyagarajar is called Avani Vidangar and is believed to perform Bringa Natanam.