The original Sri Chakra established by Adi Shankaracharya
can be found in a narrow depression in the temple.
The murti of Goddess Kamakshi that was originally worshiped
in the temple was a fierce form. It is said that Adi Shankaracharya changed the
fierce form and made her the all providing Mother in a loving form.
The murti of Goddess Kamakshi has four hands and
she holds Ankusa, Pasa, and a Kapala. One hand is in Abhaya Mudra posture. The
murti is more related to Tantric worship and the murti is also known as
Kirtimati and Devagarbha.