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Early Pandya King (c. 210 CE)

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Nedunjeliyan II Thalaiyalankanathu Cheru-venda (he who won the Battle of Talaiyalanganam)[1][2] Reign 210 CE Dynasty Pandyan

Pandya dynasty Early Pandyas Koon Pandiyan Netunceliyan I Nedunjeliyan II Medieval Pandyas Kadungon (c. 560–590) Avani Sulamani (c. 590–620) Jayantavarman (c. 620–650) Arikesari Maravarman (c. 650–670) Kochadaiyan Ranadhiran (c. 670–710) Maravarman Rajasimha I (c. 710–765) Varagunavarman I (c. 765–815) Srimara Srivallabha (c. 815–862) Varagunavarman II (c. 862–880) Parantaka Viranarayana (c. 880–900) Maravarman Rajasimha II (c. 900–915) Chola Pandyas Sundara Pandya I Vira Pandya I Vira Pandya II Amarabhujanga Tivrakopa Srivallabha Manakulachala (c. 1101–1124) Maravarman Srivallabha (c. 1132–1161) Parakrama I (c. 1161–1162) Kulasekara III Vira Pandya III Sadayavarman Srivallabha (c. 1175–1180) Sadayavarman Kulasekaran I (c. 1190–1216) Parakrama II (c. 1212–1215) Later Pandyas Maravarman Sundara (c. 1216–1238) Sadayavarman Kulasekaran II (c. 1238–1240) Maravarman Sundara II (c. 1238–1251) Sadayavarman Vikkiraman I (c. 1250) Maravarman Vikkiraman II (c. 1251) Jatavarman Sundara I (c. 1251–1268) Jatavarman Vira Pandyan II (c. 1253-1275) Maravarman Kulasekara I (c. 1268–1310) Sundara Pandya IV (c. 1309–1327) Vira Pandya IV (c. 1309–1345) Tenkasi Pandyas Sadaavarman Parakrama (c. 1422–1463) Sadaavarman Kulasekaran III (c. 1429–1473) Arikesuvaran (c. 1436–1470) Alagan Perumal Parakraman (c. 1473–1506) Kulasekara Devan (c. 1479–1499) Sadaavarman Srivallabhan (c. 1534–1543) Parakrama Kulasekaran (c. 1543–1552) Nelveli Maran (c. 1552–1564) Sadaavarman Adeevirama (c. 1564–1604) Varathungarama (c. 1588–1612) Varagunarama (c. 1613–1618) Kollamkondaan v t e

**Nedunjeliyan II**[a] (c. 210 CE) ([Tamil](/source/Tamil_language): நெடுஞ்செழியன்) was an [Early Pandyan King](/source/Early_Pandyan_Kingdom) during the [Sangam era](/source/Sangam_era).[3] He is known for defeating a [confederacy](/source/Confederacy) of [Cholas](/source/Cholas) and [Cheras](/source/Cheras) at [Thalayamangalam](/source/Thalayamangalam), near [Tiruvarur](/source/Tiruvarur), conquering most of the [Tamil](/source/Tamils) region, and contributing to Pandyan [astrology](/source/Astrology). His deeds have been described in detail in the *[Madurai](/source/Maduraikkanci)* text.

## Reign

Main article: [Battle of Talaiyalanganam](/source/Battle_of_Talaiyalanganam)

Nedunjeliyan II was a descendant of [Nedunjeliyan I](/source/Nedunjeliyan_I).[4] His reign is generally fixed in the early 3rd century CE.[5] Nedunjeliyan II ascended the throne at young age. Soon after, the kingdom was invaded by the [Chola](/source/Chola_dynasty) and [Chera](/source/Chera_dynasty) dynasties. Nedunjeliyan II defeated the invaders and pursued the retreating forces to Talaiyalanganam,(identified with a village of almost the same name, Talai-Alam-Kadu, eight miles north-west of [Tiruvarur](/source/Tiruvarur) district) deep inside Chola territory.[6][7] The Chera king [Mandaranjeral Irumporai](/source/Yanaikatchai_Mantaran_Cheral_Irumporai) was taken captive by Nedunjeliyan II. During the battle Pandyan Nedunjeliyan ll captured entire [Tamilakam](/source/Tamilakam) up to [Coorg](/source/Coorg) and [Mangalore](/source/Mangalore).[8][9][10]

Following his victory of [Battle of Talaiyalanganam](/source/Battle_of_Talaiyalanganam),[6] Nedunjeliyan II mounted a campaign against the [Velirs](/source/Velirs), Millalai, and Muttur.[5]

## Contribution to astrology and temple architecture

Nedunjeliyan II is recognised for his contributions to promoting [astrology](/source/Astrology) and temple architecture.[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*] Building on his ancestors' reverence for celestial sciences, he is credited with encouraging the construction of temples dedicated to the [Navagrahas](/source/Navagraha), the nine planetary deities in [Hinduism](/source/Hinduism). These temples were not only centers of worship but also hubs for astronomical study, showcasing the dynasty's understanding of celestial alignments.[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*]

Nedunjeliyan II's efforts to integrate astrology into spiritual and scientific practices left a lasting influence on South Indian culture. Those temples, which he endorsed during his reign, reflected the Pandya dynasty’s engagement with celestial sciences and inspired further exploration of cosmic-human relationships.[11]

Many of these [temples](/source/Temple) were designed with precise astronomical alignments, such as capturing sunlight during [solstices](/source/Solstice) or [equinoxes.](/source/Equinox)[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*] This integration of science and spirituality reflected the Pandyan dynasty's belief in the influence of celestial phenomena on governance, [agriculture](/source/Agriculture), and daily life.[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*] Nedunjeliyan II's efforts helped solidify the role of [astrology](/source/Astrology) in Tamil culture, leaving a lasting legacy in the region.[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*]

## Notes

1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** Also transliterated as Neṭuñceḻiyaṉ. ([ISO 15919](/source/ISO_15919))

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** [*Puranānūru: Translation in English with Meanings*](https://archive.org/details/purananurutransl0000unse/page/22/mode/1up). Kondrai. 2013. p. 22. Retrieved 26 April 2026.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** Sastri, K. A. Nilakanta (1955). [*A History of South India*](https://archive.org/details/in.gov.ignca.16035/page/120/mode/1up). Oxford University Press. p. 121. Retrieved 26 April 2026.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** Mendis, G. C. (1996). [*The Early History of Ceylon and Its Relations with India and Other Foreign Countries*](https://books.google.com/books?id=PVrUcdi4ZikC&dq=%22Nedunjeliyan+II%22&pg=PA1). Asian Educational Services. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [978-81-206-0209-0](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-81-206-0209-0).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["India - Shunga, Maurya, Magadha | Britannica"](https://www.britannica.com/place/India/The-Shunga-kingdom#ref485315). *www.britannica.com*. 24 March 2025. Retrieved 25 March 2025.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-:0_6-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-:0_6-1) ["Discover Nedunjeliyan II: The Pandya King's Legacy"](https://www.oneindiaonline.com/nedunjeliyan-II.php). *www.oneindiaonline.com*. Retrieved 4 February 2025.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Nilakanta_Sastri_1929_7-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Nilakanta_Sastri_1929_7-1) Nilakanta Sastri, K. A. (1929). [*The Pandyan kingdom : from the earliest to the sixteenth century*](http://archive.org/details/dli.csl.5955). Luzac, London.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** Aiyangar, S. Krishnaswami (1921–22). ["The Age of Perundēvanār, the Author of the Tamil Bhāratam"](https://www.jstor.org/stable/44525668). *Annals of the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute*. **3** (2): 61–62. [JSTOR](/source/JSTOR_(identifier)) [44525668](https://www.jstor.org/stable/44525668).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-9)** Alain Daniélou (2003). [*A brief history of India*](http://archive.org/details/briefhistoryofin00dani). Internet Archive. Inner Traditions. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [978-0-89281-923-2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-0-89281-923-2).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** ["Thalaiyaalagaanathu Seruvendra Pandyan Nedunchezhian: Battle, Battles and the Thalaiyalangaanam Battle (Part II)"](https://www.tamilculture.com/thalaiyaalagaanathu-seruvendra-pandyan-nedunchezhian-battle-battles-and-the-thalaiyalangaanam-battle-part-ii). *TamilCulture.com*. Retrieved 4 February 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-11)** Sastri, K. A. Nilakanta (1958). [*History of South India*](http://archive.org/details/in.gov.ignca.16035).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-12)** ["Jyothisham"](https://jyothisham.com/blogs/the-astrological-legacy-of-nedunjeliyan-ii:-promoter-of-navagraha-temples-and-astronomical-alignment). *jyothisham.com*. Retrieved 10 April 2025.

## General citations

- [Sastri, K. A. Nilakanta](/source/K._A._Nilakanta_Sastri). *[A History of South India: From Prehistoric Times to the Fall of Vijayanagar](/source/A_History_of_South_India%3A_From_Prehistoric_Times_to_the_Fall_of_Vijayanagar)*. p. 115.

- [Jyothisham, The Astrological Legacy of Nedunjeliyan II: Promoter of Navagraha Temples and Astronomical Alignment](https://jyothisham.com/blogs/the-astrological-legacy-of-nedunjeliyan-ii-promoter-of-navagraha-temples-and-astronomical-alignment)

- Team, Jyothisham (January 2025). ["The Astrological Legacy of Nedunjeliyan II: Promoter of Navagraha Temples and Astronomical Alignment"](https://jyothisham.com/blogs/the-astrological-legacy-of-nedunjeliyan-ii-promoter-of-navagraha-temples-and-astronomical-alignment). *jyothisham.com*. Retrieved 17 January 2025.

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