William Garrow was collector of Coimbatore district in early 19th century. When he was on a tour of Bhavani, Goddes Vedanayaki herself saved his life from certain death. William Garrow remained dedicated to the Goddess and presented a palanquin made of ivory to the temple.

His experience at the Sangemewara temple at Bhavani tells us that  Bhakthi is not just about rituals and practices. It is about faith that transcends cultures.