We have the following deities in our temple, click on the image to know more about deity.
.Sri Ganesha
LORD GANESHA
LORD GANESHA is also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka. The
beloved elephant God is
considered the lord of success and the destroyer of evil. He
removes obstacles to worldly and
spiritual life and is worshipped as the God of knowledge,
wisdom, prosperity and health.
According to Hindu Mythology, as a popular legend goes,
Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord
Shiva, created Ganesha using clay, and brought Him to life.
However, when Lord Shiva cut off
his head in a fit of fury and enraged spouse, he replaced
his head with that of an elephant.
Ganesha Chaturthi is an important festival celebrated on a
large scale all over India. When He
is propitiated before the beginning of major undertakings,
it is believed that he grants success,
prosperity, and protection against adversity.
Sri Radha Krishna
SRI RADHA KRISHNA
SRI RADHA KRISHNA Lord Krishna is one of the most worshiped deities in the Hindu
pantheon. He is most often depicted with His consort Sri Radha as Sri Radha Krishna.
Together, they represent the celestial union, the Divine interplay between Pure consciousness
and it?s motive Power, which is the source of Creation. Sri Krishna is worshiped as the eighth
Avatar of Lord Vishnu. In the Bhagavad Gita, as the Lord of the Universe, He teaches the path
of Dharma or righteousness to His disciple Arjuna, who faces the same dilemmas on the battlefi
eld of Kurukshetra as we face on the day-to-day battlefi eld of life: as doubts, disappointments,
sorrow, grief and helplessness stare us in the face moment-to-moment. As the tactful Master-
Navigator-Guide, Lord Krishna helps a devotee across the Samsaara saagara (ocean of birth,
grief and death) and reach the goal of Sat-Chit-Ananda (TruthConsciousness-Bliss absolute).
Shiva
LORD SHIVA
LORD SHIVA is considered the embodiment of physical and mental peace. He is worshiped as
Adi Yogi (the ancient Yogi), ever immersed in the bliss of Samadhi (meditative transcendental
consciousness). He illuminates the entire Universe, and is the abode of all entities. He is the Adi
Deva (Primordial Deity). He is also worshiped as the Shivalinga, which symbolizes the
coordination between the Unmanifest and the Manifest and symbolizes the perfect
synchronization between the Saguna Brahman (God with form) and Nirguna Brahman (formless
God). He is referred to as the Maha Deva (the God of Gods), the Adi Guru (the Primordial
Guru), Eswara (the Supreme Ruler), Jyeshtha (the Eldest of All and the Embodiment of
Knowledge), Shreshtha (the most Superior of All), Prajapathi (the Chief Administrator),
Parameshwara (the Supreme Lord). He performs the unending Tandava (Divine Dance) that is
the source of the cycle of creation, preservation and dissolution of the Universe.
Sri Shirdi Sai Baba
SRI SHIRDI SAI BABA
SRI SHIRDI SAI BABA is worshiped as the Incarnation of Lord Dattatreya, who in turn is
considered as the Creator-Maintainer-Destroyer of this creation. Lord Dattatreya had graced
Shri Sai Baba with the combined qualities of Lord Shiva, Lord Ram, Lord Krishna and Lord
Hanuman. Sri Shirdi Sai Baba taught about religious harmony among human beings, among
various sects and religions. Sri Sai Baba of Shirdi is worshiped as a manifestation of the Divine,
the Sadguru (the Ultimate Guru or Teacher). He, through his simple yet profound teachings
taught people how to cultivate peace of mind in a world full of strife through love and selfless
service to all. The cardinal principles of His teachings are ?Shraddha? (Faith) and ?Saburi?
(Patience). Sai Baba asked His devotees to have Faith and Patience combined with love and
reverence towards all. Yet, He did not encourage His congregation of devotees to abandon their
diverse belief systems, but rather pursue their own with unshakable faith, devotion, forbearance,
and strong conviction that it?s the same one God that everyone is trying to call upon by different
names. The latter was His favorite phrase which He iterated over and over to impress upon
people that the God they worship through myriad names, languages, rituals, attitudes, festivals
and prayers is but One. This message, He demonstrated in practice through a day-to-day life
that was brimming with boundless love for human beings, animals, and plants. His simple and
practical teachings helped people around Him to pursue fruitful lives in peace and harmony, and
continue to hold good today, as profoundly as at any other time. The following Sanskrit verse is
a prayer to Sri Sainath Maharaj: ?Sada Nimbavrikshasya mooladhivasat Sudhasravinam
tiktamap-apriyam tam Tarum Kalpavrikshadhikam sadhayantam Namameeshwaram SadGurum
SaiNatham? ?I bow to Lord Sainath, who by his constant stay at the foot of the neem tree ?
which although bitter and unpleasant, was yet oozing nectar ? made it better than the wish-
fulfilling tree. I bow to Lord Sainath, who always takes delight in resting under the neem tree and
bestowing material and spiritual prosperity upon his devotees who lovingly attend on him.? In
human life, the Guru?s place is prominent. By keeping utmost faith in the Guru alone, everything
is obtained. A devotee?s entire strength is due to his Guru.
Sri Durga
GODDESS DURGA
GODDESS DURGA is one of the central deities in Hinduism. The reverence for God as a Devi, the goddess or the feminine principle, goes as far back as the Rig Veda (chapter 10.125). In this form, God is worshipped as the Mother of the Universe. Mother Durga, with Her Grace lifts the veil of Maya (Ignorance) and guides the devotee onwards on the path to Moksha (Liberation).
Sri Vekateswara
LORD VENKATESWARA
LORD VENKATESWARA Lord Venkateshwara is the presiding deity of the temple of Tirupati
located in the hilltop town of Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh, India. Also known as Sri Balaji, He is
worshiped variously as Govinda, Venkata Ramana, Narayana and Srinivasa. Lord
Venkateshwara is regarded as the form of Lord Vishnu, (the ?preserver? in the Hindu trinity of
deities) and is revered especially in the current age of the Kali Yuga (the last of the four cyclic
ages described in Hindu scriptures that the universe passes through before being destroyed
and recreated). His temple is situated in a cluster of seven hills known as Venkatachalam and is
the richest temple in the world in terms of donations received and total wealth. Worshipers on
pilgrimage climb the seven hills barefooted devotedly chanting ?Govinda? on their way to take
darshan of their Lord. This hill shrine is regarded as one of the eight holy sites related to Lord
Vishnu, known in Sanskrit as the ?Swayamvyakta Kshetras?.
Sri Lakshmi Devi
LAKSHMI DEVI
LAKSHMI DEVI For Hindus, Goddess Lakshmi symbolizes good fortune. The word Lakshmi is
derived from the Sanskrit word Lakshya, meaning ?aim? or ?goal,? and in the Hindu faith, she is
the goddess of wealth and prosperity of all forms, both material and spiritual. Worship of a
mother goddess has been a part of Indian tradition since its earliest times. Lakshmi is one of the
traditional Hindu mother goddesses, and she is often addressed as ?mata? (mother) instead of
just ?devi? (goddess). As a female counterpart of Lord Vishnu, Mata Lakshmi is also called ?Shr,?
the female energy of the Supreme Being. She is the goddess of prosperity, wealth, purity,
generosity, and the embodiment of beauty, grace, and charm. A large volume of Sanskrit hymns
have been composed in her praise.
Sri Bhudevi
BHUDEVI
Bhudevi is the Hindu goddess representing Mother Earth. As a tradition of nature
worshippers, the Earth naturally has been an object of affectionate worship for Hindus. Within early Vedic texts, this goddess of the earth was also known as Prithivi. Bhudevi is also
sometimes depicted with Lord Venkateswara swamy
Sri Ram Parivaar
LORD RAMA, SITA AND LAKSHMAN (RAMA PARIVAAR)
Lord Rama is regarded as the
seventh Avatar of Lord Vishnu, and is one of the most popular deities in Hinduism along with
Lord Krishna. The popular Sanskrit epic ?Ramayana? tells us the story of Sri Sita-Rama.
According to Hindu mythology, Sri Rama was born into the Ikshvaku dynasty, and thus was a
direct descendant of Brahma ? the creator God. Sri Sita, the consort of Sri Rama is considered
as an Avatar of Goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu Goddess of prosperity and good fortune. She is
considered an exemplar of spousal and feminine virtues for all Hindu women. Lakshmana, Lord
Rama's younger brother helped Him to win the war over Ravana. This victory is celebrated
widely by Hindus in India and all over the world as the victory of Good over Evil even today. The
joyous festivals of Vijayadashmi and Deepawali (the festival of lights) are celebrated annually to
mark these events and remind us that good always triumphs over evil.
Sri Hanuman
LORD HANUMAN'S
LORD HANUMAN'S LOVING SERVICE TO GOD As Sri Rama's life teaches us (since he was born into a royal family and went on to rule the kingdom of Ayodhya), how to lead a virtuous life as a leader; Lord Hanuman's life describes how he led a virtuous and ideal life as a selfl ess, humble devotee of the Lord. Hanuman, as the Ramayana tells us was Sri Rama's greatest devotee. In Hindu mythology, He is regarded as the son of Vayu (God of the Wind), and is said pacify Vayu, who in a fury had taken away the ability to breathe from every living entity in the universe. Hanuman's story teaches us the value of devotion to God, the love towards one's family, and of respect and humility towards all.
Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari
VASAVI
GODDESS VASAVI Sri Kanyaka Parameswari, also known as Vasavi, is the kula devatha of Vysyas who preached the mankind the principles of Righteousness, Integrity and Peace. She is the incarnation of Goddess Parvathi. Born to Kusuma Shresti and Kusumamba, who lived in the city of Penugonda located in kingdom Vengidesha, ruled by Vishnu Vardhana. She grew with love towards art, music, and great devotion to God. During an expedition journey, King Vishnu Vardhana spotted Vasavi and was attracted to her beauty. He wanted to marry her and sent his ministers to talk to Kusuma. The desire of Vishnu Vardhana was like a deathblow to Kusuma, who was neither in a position to accept nor deny. He responded saying that the Vysya community has certain norms for marriage, but the kings men insisted that she marry the king. Kusuma consulted the elders in the community and they decided to give importance to the views of Vasavi, who expressed her feelings to be a virgin throughout her life and intended to meditate upon eternal problems. Rising in anger hearing the denial of Kusuma to give his daughter, he sent a big army to attack Penogonda and get Vasavi. To avoid a bloodshed, Vasavi decided to enter the Homagundam. She indicated that she will be the fi rst one to enter and peace loving Vysyas may follow her. On the banks of Godavari, 103 Agnikundas (fi re pit) were constructed and Vasavi was joined by the couples of 102 Gothras. When Vasavi entered the homagundam of raging fi re, the fi re became a cool breeze and Agni Deva came out folding his hands and said that he could not bear Vasavi who was hotter than him. Vasavi offered to grow cooler so that he can transport herself and others to Kailash through her transplanatory prowess. Upon hearing the news, the King realizes his mistake. Vysyas around the world follow the message of Vasavi and remember her as the champion of Peace.
Sri Sharika Bhagwati
SHARIKA BHAGWATI
GODDESS SHARIKA BHAGWATI (or Sarika) is worshiped as the form of Shakti (the female principle that symbolizes the primordial cosmic power of the universe). Her temple, situated at the top of a hill called Hari Parbhat in Srinagar, India is one of the most ancient and holy places in Kashmir, especially revered as such by Kashmiri Pundits. The goddess is represented by a Yantra ( a mystical diagram consisting of geometric patterns) called the Swyambhu or Mahamaha Srichakra or the Mahashriyantra. It is perhaps due to this symbolism of the Srichakra that the capital city of Kashmir, Srinagar derives its name. The 18-armed goddess is regarded as the presiding deity (Ishtdevi) of Srinagar city. The month of Magh (the eleventh month of the year according to the Hindu calendar) and Navratri (the autumn festival of the nine auspicious nights) are times that devotees offer special worship at Her shrine
Sri Dattatreya
LORD DATTATREYA
Datta- or Dattaguru, is a syncretic deity, and
worshipped in many regions of India and Nepal as an avatar (incarnation) of the three Hindu
gods Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, collectively known as Trimurti. While his iconography varies
regionally, he is generally shown with three heads and six hands, one head each for Brahma,
Vishnu and Shiva, along with the symbolic items associated with each of these gods. He is
typically dressed as a monk or Yogi, situated in a forest suggestive of his renunciation of worldly
goods and pursuit of a meditative yogi lifestyle. Sometimes, he is surrounded by four dogs and
a cow, which is a symbolism for the four Vedas and mother earth that nourishes all living
beings. Dattatreya's fi rst avatar is Sripada Srivallabha, second avatar is Sri Narasimha
Saraswathi, third is Manikya Prabhu, fourth is Akkalkota Maharaj and fi fth is Shirdi Sai Baba.
Chavadi Sri Sai Baba
CHAVADI BABA
CHAVADI Baba's Chavadi was a beautiful place fully decorated with white ceiling, mirrors and
lamps. Baba spent countless precious moments of the last decade of his life at Chavadi. He
slept in the Chavadi every alternate day, which went on till his mahasamadhi. When the turn of
retiring to the Chavadi came, people flocked to the masjid, the procession was accompanied
with bhajans, music players, umbrella, horse and it was an eye-feast and blissful experience to
all the devotees that have witnessed. All of us should remember the chavadi procession daily
before retiring to bed.
Dwarakamai Sri Sai Baba
DWARAKAMAI BABA
Dwarakamai is where baba got his name "Sai" where baba resided for more
than 60 years. The dhuni which he lit is still lighting till date. There is chula used by Baba to
cook, place where he used to stand and the grinding stone used by him. Dwarakamai provides
great vibes, immense sense of peace and satisfaction to the devotees who paid homage to Sai
Baba in their own ways. Baba always said ? All the sufferings will come to an end when one
climbs the steps of "Dwarakamai".
Sri Puri Jagannatha Swami
PURI JAGANNATHA SWAMI
The name Jagannath literally means "Lord of the Universe" worshipped throughout the world in the form of Vishnu. The word "Jagat" means the whole world (Universe), The word "Nath" means Iswar/Prabhu. It is one of the most sacred pilgrimage spots in puri, Odisha / India and it is also one of the four Dhamas (Badrinath, Dwarkanath, Jagannath and Rameswaram ) of the divine that lie on the four directions of the compass. Out of 4 dhams, 3 of them are the places of Vishnu and Rameswarm is known for Lord Shiva.
The conical tower of the temple (Puri) is 58 mt high on which the flag and the wheel of Lord Vishnu can be seen. The temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, who is identified by His devotees with Krishna. It is also dedicated to Balabhadra and Subhadra, the brother and sister, respectively, of Lord Jagannath. These three together are the principal deities of the temple, whose images reside in the temple's sanctuary. Lord Jagannath in the form of a wooden image and there is a legend about the construction of the Jagannath. The King opened the door prior to the promised construction time and it was the shape which was completed and since then the idols worshiped in this form.
Every few years in the span of 12-18 years (when the full moon occurs twice during the month of Ashadha ) the ritualistic recreation of the wooden icons of four deities happens and it is known as Nabakalebara. Out of many events of the Lord Jagannath, Car festival (Chariot Procession) is the famous event. This annual festival is celebrated on Ashadha Shukla Paksha Dwitiya (second day in bright fortnight of Ashadha month).
Sri Subrahmanya Swami (Sri Murugan)
Sri Subrahmanya Swami (Lord Murugan)
Sri Subrahmanya Swami (Lord Murugan), the son of Shiva and Parvati, is a much-revered deity of Hindus especially in South India. He is known by various names like Kartikeya, Shanmukha (Shanmuga), Subramanian, Shadanana, Guha, Senthil, Saravana, Kumaraswamy and Skanda ( Refer 108 Names of Lord Murugan). His six most important shrines in India are the Arupadaiveedu or the Six Abodes of Murugan, which are temples located in Tamil Nadu. Murugan rides a peacock and wields a bow in battle. During His bachelorhood, Lord Murugan is also regarded as Kumaraswami (Bachelor God), ?Kumara? meaning a bachelor and ?Swami? meaning God.
According to the legend, Murugan is married to two deities. The first one is Devasana (also called Devayani or Deivanai), the daughter of Lord Indra and his second wife is Valli (she was found in a pit, dug out while gathering the edible tubers of the valli-plant), the daughter of a tribal chief. The two wives of Lord Murugan, namely Devasena and Valli refer to Kriya Shakti and Ichha Shakti, meaning the Power of Action and Power of Will respectively, while Lord Murugan represents Gyana Shakti or the power of Wisdom.
In her previous birth Valli & her sibling Devasena were the daughters of Lord Vishnu & both of them undertook severe penance to became the consorts of Lord Murugan, who appeared before them & gave them the boon of the marriage in their next birth. Lord Murugan fulfilled the prayers of both his sincere devotees and demonstrated the power of devotion to the entire world by marrying them both. There is a regular, formal spiritual path prescribed by the Vedas and the other path is the unconventional path characterized by powerful feelings and emotions towards the Lord just leaving aside the mechanic formalities. Devasena and Valli represent these two types of devotion towards the supreme self. Where Valli took the spiritual way, Devasena chose the path of emotions and passion.
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