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18/09/2025

The Tradition of Shakti Upasana (Durga-Madhava Puja or Shakta Gundicha Yatra) in Odisha

Among the many renowned holy seats of India, Srikshetra is one of the foremost. The tradition of Shakti worship has continued for ages in our country and has always inspired the people of Odisha. In times of calamity, people have invoked the blessings of the Divine Mother. Srikshetra is well known as a Ta**ra Pitha.

Among Odisha’s Ashta Chandi shrines, Sri Bimala at Srikshetra is prominent. The shrine of Ma Bimala inside the Jagannath temple is a seat of Shakti or Kaulabhairavi worship. During the Somavamsi dynasty, Shakti worship attained great prominence across Odisha, and the land came to be identified as Oddiyana, a principal Ta***ic seat. Historians say that the present Bimala temple belongs to that period.

While throughout India Shiva-Durga are worshipped, at Purushottama Kshetra the tradition centers around Bimala and Sri Jagannath. As the presiding goddess of Sankha Kshetra, Ma Bimala is regarded as Bhairavi, while Sri Jagannath is the corresponding Bhairava. According to the Sruti of Brahma Yamala:

"रामेश्वरी सेतुबन्धे विमला पुरुषोत्तमे। विरजा ओड्रदेशे च कामाख्या नीलपर्वते॥"

At Setubandha resides Devi Rameshwari, at Purushottama Kshetra Bimala, in Odra-desa Viraja, and on the Blue Mountain Kamakhya.

At Purushottama Dham, Devi is worshipped in the form of Annapurna at Bimala Pitha, and as Yogamaya during the worship of Devi Subhadra upon the Ratna Simhasana. As per the maxim:

"विमला यत्र भैरवी जगन्नाथ तत्र भैरवः"

Jagannath is Ajaikapada Bhairava, Balabhadra is Ahirbudhnya Shesha-Bhairava, Subhadra is Bhuvaneshwari, Mahalakshmi is Kamalatmika, Sudarshana is Ekalinga, and Bimala herself is Kouleshvari or Mahabhairavi.

"विमला सा महादेवी, जगन्नाथस्तु भैरवः"

According to Ta**ra Chudamani, in Utkal fell the foot of Sati. Thus Ma Bimala is worshipped as Pada Pitheshwari. Some texts describe it as Sri Pitha, Uddishta Pitha, or Nabhi Pitha. The Mahanirvana Ta**ra also affirms that the Jagannath shrine is constructed according to the Bhairavi Chakra.

"विमला सा महादेवी विष्णुशक्तिः सनातनी"

Without the Bimala form of Vishnu-Shakti, Lord Jagannath remains powerless. The Bimala shrine is architecturally distinct within the Srimandir complex (east facing, sandstone/laterite construction) and its peaceful iconography (rosary and nectar-pot, non-aggressive appearance) points to a benevolent, nurturing function of the Goddess.

According to Puranic narration, when Mahadeva wandered carrying the body of Sati after Daksha Yajna, her foot fell here. Hence it came to be called Pada Pitha. Thus Ma Bimala is the very form of Adi Shakti. In the Srimad Bhagavata commentary of Jagannath Das (12th Skandha), it is described:

"नारायण कला रूपिणि, ज्ञान क्रिया ए इच्छा तीनि
विमलादि नव शक्तिनी, ए मध्ये राम विलासिनि"

Here Bimala is seen as the Maya Shakti of Jagannath, Kriya Shakti of Balabhadra, and Iccha Shakti of Subhadra. Therefore, Bimala is called Rama Vilasini, the beloved of Balabhadra, and the embodiment of Jnana.

"बलभद्र प्रिया देवी चिज्ज्ञान विमलात्मिका।
शुद्धज्ञान स्वरूपायै सर्वसंपत्प्रदायिनी॥

ये दुर्गामाधवं नित्यं स्मरन्ति श्रद्धयान्विते।
सर्वविघ्नभयेषां विनश्यन्ति पदे पदे॥

माधवो माधवाविशौ सर्वसिद्धि विधायिनौ।
वन्दे परस्परात्मानौ परस्परणतिप्रियौ॥"

The term Ma means Lakshmi, while dhava means one who upholds. Thus Madhava is one who upholds Lakshmi herself. Similarly, Umadhava refers to Lord Shiva who upholds Uma (Parvati). There is no essential difference between Mahadeva as Umadhava and Lord Vishnu as Madhava; they are one spirit.

"तां च ब्रह्म स्वरूपां साञ्च मूल प्रकृतीश्वरि।
नारायणी इति विख्याता विष्णुमाया सनातनी॥
महालक्ष्मी स्वरूपा च वेदमाता सरस्वती।
राधा वसुन्धरा गङ्गा तासां स्वामी च माधवः॥" (Brahma Vaivarta Purana)

This reveals that the primordial Mahalakshmi is none other than Jayadurga. Hence Madhava appears united eternally with Uma-Mahadeva as Jayadurga. Everywhere in Shakti Pithas, Devi’s Bhairava is Rudra, but at Pada Pitha, because it is the root-base of the body, the Bhairava is Umadhava-Madhava himself.

Throughout the translation, Devi Bimala is described as the supreme Tantrik goddess of Srikshetra, associated inseparably with Lord Jagannath. The traditions of Durga-Madhava Upasana, also called Shakta Gundicha, highlight the unity of Shakta and Vaishnava paths. Especially during Sharadiya Durga Puja, the combined worship of Durga and Madhava symbolizes this harmony.

"लोकनाथः शिवो यत्र, तीर्थराजोऽपि समुद्रः।
विमला भैरवी यत्र, जगन्नाथस्तु भैरवः॥
उत्कले नाभिदेशे च विरजा क्षेत्रमुत्तमम्।
विमला सा महादेवी, जगन्नाथः स्तु भैरवः॥" (Mahanirvana Ta**ra)

Thus, Ma Bimala as Adya Narayani is always worshipped alongside Jagannath, and uniquely at Srikshetra, both Durga (Bimala) and Madhava (Jagannath) are worshipped together. This forms the essence of Durga-Madhava Upasana.

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13/09/2025

The Flow of Time and the Spirit of Progress (काल की गति का अर्थ) by Yogi Adityanath

Life, in its essence, does not wait for anyone. It moves on ceaselessly, indifferent to our delays and hesitations. To live meaningfully, we must rise above passivity and prepare ourselves to walk two steps ahead of the speed of Time. An individual, a society, or even a nation that fails to recognize the swift motion of Time eventually finds itself crushed in its relentless grip.

Dr. Shyam Nand Pandey once remarked that the throne belongs to Mahākāla, and over it no one holds any authority. Time’s movement cannot be governed or obstructed by anyone’s will. To assume that one can block or restrain the current of Time is mere self-delusion. The only path open to us is to prepare ourselves to move forward with awareness, agility, and strength always striving to stay ahead of stagnation.

If we walk forward, progress becomes possible. But if we fail to move, even when no one else may immediately notice our inaction, the decay shows itself in the damage caused to the institutions entrusted to us. And if through our negligence and rigidity an institution suffers, let us accept it as certain that the coming generations will never forgive us.

History reserves its harshest judgment for those who wasted their moment in Time. Yet the signs of progress are clear: when direction is right, leadership is steady, and challenges are approached with courage, a pathway emerges.

Material and worldly obstacles are inevitable, but when there is teamwork, and when a spirit of commitment inspires collective effort, a new energy spreads in people’s hearts. It is this spirit which fosters resilience, ignites inspiration, and ensures that we remain aligned with the enduring flow of Time.

In the end, it is not about defeating Time since none can rule over it but about harmonizing with its rhythm, moving consciously ahead, and leaving behind an inheritance that the future generations will not condemn, but instead, honor.

09/09/2025

Sound Vibration of AUM and Sacred Geometry of SriYantra

The Sri Yantra, also called Sri Chakra, is an intricate diagram of nine interlocking triangles surrounding the bindu, the cosmic center-point symbolizing the source of all creation.

These triangles reflect cosmic dualities Shiva and Shakti, masculine and feminine principles and their union becomes a model of spiritual ascent and universal harmony.

The entire yantra is encased in lotus petals, standing for purity and potential, with each layer guiding practitioners from the material to higher consciousness.

The Sri Yantra is both the visual and energetic representation of OM, intimately connecting ancient Indian wisdom with modern scientific discoveries about sound, vibration, and consciousness.

Cymatics experiments, most famously by Dr. Hans Jenny, have shown that the sound of OM creates patterns strikingly similar to the geometry of the Sri Yantra, affirming that sound truly organizes matter.

OM, Sound, and the Basis of Creation; Ancient rishis described nada (sound vibration) as the substratum of the universe, with OM as its primordial frequency. The concept of Nada-brahma expresses that all forms and energies emerge from this primal sound.

The Sri Yantra is thus the “visual mantra” of OMba cosmic bridge linking vibration to form. Cymatics and Dr. Hans Jenny’s Research revealed that sound especially sacred chants like OMbcreates geometric patterns in materials such as sand and liquids.

Using the tonoscope, Jenny replicated the form of the Sri Yantra when OM was precisely intoned, showing a direct connection between acoustic vibrations and the emergence of sacred geometry.

Researchers in nonlinear acoustics and sacred geometry, such as physicist Dr. Patrick Flanagan, have called the Sri Yantra “the king of power diagrams,” emphasizing its energetic and scientific significance.

Itagi Ravi Kumar and Jang Jungyun conducted botanical studies using copper Sri Yantras to test their influence on seed germination, finding measurable enhancements in growth rates and vitality (International Journal of Geology, Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, 2017).

Papers in 2023-2024 have examined sonic geometry in temple architecture and omkara EEG modulation, showing that OM chanting can alter brainwave complexity and promote meditative states.

Sound vibration and sacred geometry specifically in relation to the Sri Yantra and OM remain at the forefront of both ancient wisdom and modern research. Recent scientific studies and traditional insights emphasize how specific frequencies and mantras can influence matter, consciousness, and healing.

Science Meets Spiritual Wisdom

Recent studies go further, illustrating how sound organizes matter and consciousness. Modern physicists and sound researchers relate these discoveries to resonant frequencies, harmonics, and quantum vibrations the very fabric of reality.

Experiments in acoustic levitation, string theory, and quantum physics echo the ancient claim: vibration creates form. Research groups now study how Sri Yantra geometry, mantras, and frequencies affect brainwaves, energy centers, and even biological regeneration.

Sri Yantra Meditation and Brainwave Effects

EEG studies, including those at Moscow University, show that meditating on the Sri Yantra increases alpha brainwave activity, correlating with deep relaxation, enhanced intuition, and synchronized brain states.

Sound Frequencies and Healing; OM chanting itself increases parasympathetic activity, heart rate variability, and calmness, suggesting powerful mind-body healing potential.

The best method of healing, according to ancient and modern discoveries, is through sound vibrations. Mantras used in Indian traditions are tuned to certain frequencies, such as 528 Hz, which are believed to promote physical regeneration and mental harmony.

Early 20th-century discoveries in sound healing such as those by Nikola Tesla were often suppressed but indicate that frequencies, when directed by intent and precision, can facilitate profound transformations in biological systems.

Implications for Mind and Body

Exposure to beneficial frequencies (below 7 Hz, alpha state) induces peace and relaxation, while higher frequencies often lead to agitation. Experiments have shown that plants thrive under classical music and positive frequencies, but languish under discordant sounds.

Worldly and Biological Impact; Sound frequencies used in Indian mantras, especially OM and healing scales like 528 Hz, facilitate physical and mental harmony. Experiments prove that positive vibrations support plant growth and health, while mantras can modulate bodily impulses, reduce anxiety, and encourage wellness.

Sri Yantra’s geometry and OM’s vibration are now seen as scientific evidence for how sound organizes matter and consciousness. Structures like temples and pyramids were constructed following these geometries, designed to align with cosmic order.

The torus and vesica piscis core shapes in cymatics and Yantra geometry appear across natural phenomena, reinforcing the universality of vibration and geometry.

Sri Yantra meditation produces notable EEG changes especially increased alpha synchronization, enhanced theta power, and balanced brainwave patterns connected to deep focus, relaxation, and heightened mental clarity.

Alpha Wave Synchronization and Relaxation; Meditating on the Sri Yantra (Trataka, or focused gaze) leads to a marked increase in alpha rhythm, even with eyes open, which is unusual since alpha waves typically peak during eyes-closed rest.

Alpha synchronization signals states of calm concentration, focus, reduced stress, and readiness for learning.

Some subjects experience deep tranquillity with robust alpha waves, while others become more stimulated, showing higher-frequency (beta) activity instead.

Theta and Enhanced Focus; Theta power, which rises after Sri Yantra and OM meditation, is associated with deep relaxation, increased internalized attention, and emotional balancing.

Enhanced theta amplitude is documented across brain regions following mantra- or yantra-based meditation, contributing to restorative calmness.

Improved Brain Connectivity and Balance; EEG and related neuroimaging reveal improved left-right hemisphere balance during visualized or focused yantra meditation.

Meditators report better memory, focus, reduced anxiety, and steadier heart rates neuropsychologically linked to optimal alpha-beta balance.

Cymatics, Sacred Geometry, and Mantras

When sound, especially spiritual mantras like OM, is projected through devices like the Tonoscope, it generates symmetrical forms mirroring sacred geometries. The Sri Yantra itself is said to be the visual form of OM, with modern experiments demonstrating this connection.

Sacred structures, including ancient temples and pyramids, were constructed using principles of geometry reflecting cosmic order. The double torus shape, produced by dual sine and cosine wave components, is not only seen in cymatics experiments but also found in the formation of galaxies and the structure of the Sri Yantra.

The Vesica Pisces shape, formed by intersecting rings, appears centrally in the Sri Yantra and other yantras, linking geometry, vibration, and universal energy.

Universal Resonance and Cosmic Order

The frequency of OM matches planetary vibrations and aligns with patterns in music, sacred architecture, and star cosmology (notably Sirius). Ancient sages mapped reality by these resonances, believing that infrasonic vibrations form the substratum of matter and order time and space.

Frequency, Planetary Vibrations, and Cosmic Correlations

Frequency 23, especially 23 cycles per second (note Gb), resonates with both Earth's OHM vibration and the energetic signature of Sirius the star most closely associated with ancient cosmologies.

By overlaying music's mathematical structure (musical octave) with the polar grid, researchers demonstrate how time and space are organized by the OHM sound. Ancient sages mapped these resonances as infrasonic vibrations forming the substratum of matter echoing Sanatana Dharma’s view that sound is creation’s foundation.

Earth as a School for the Soul

Life is not mere physical existence, but a journey of the soul. Earth is like a Gurukula a sacred school where the soul learns, practices, and awakens. It is not meant to provide only comfort, but also challenges and trials.

Every sorrow brings a teaching. Pain teaches compassion. Separation reveals the truth of impermanence. Struggle awakens inner strength. The Indian scriptures affirm that birth is not accidental; it is the fruit of karma and the will of the soul. Nothing occurs randomly, every experience is a step in the soul’s evolution.

Just as Arjuna, standing in despair on the battlefield of the Mahabharata, discovered the deeper meaning of life through Krishna’s guidance, every human being must learn and awaken through their struggles.

Adversity is opportunity for it is in hardship, not in comfort, that virtue, patience, and courage shine forth. The essence of this journey is simple: trust your path, honour your experiences. Your purpose is not to escape the world but to elevate the soul through it.

Ancient insights about geometry, sound, and consciousness are confirmed by contemporary research, revealing that the universe itself is a vibrational generator shaping matter, healing mind and body, and opening channels to higher realization. This is the core message of Indian philosophy through karma-yoga, patience, and self-realisation one advances toward liberation.

02/09/2025

Planets and Devas as the Cosmic Body of Shri Vishnu

In the vast wisdom of the Vedas and Puranas, the universe is said to be the Virat Purusha the Cosmic Divine Form. Shri Vishnu, the Sustainer of all creation, is visualized not just as the protector of dharma but as the very embodiment of the cosmos itself.

In the Rig Veda (10.90, Purusha Sukta), the entire universe is described as the body of the Cosmic Being (Purusha):

सहस्रशीर्षा पुरुषः सहस्राक्षः सहस्रपात्।
स भूमिं विश्वतो वृत्वात्यतिष्ठद्दशाङुलम्॥ (Rig Veda 10.90.1)

"Purusha has thousands of heads, eyes, and feet. He pervades the entire universe, transcending it yet sustaining it."

The deities, planets, and natural elements are seen as integral parts of His divine body, signifying that nothing exists beyond Him.

This Vedic imagery carries forward into the Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 11 (Vishwaroopa Darshana Yoga), where Krishna reveals His universal form to Arjuna. The planets, devas, and elements are seen as integral parts of the Lord’s body, symbolizing that nothing exists outside Him.

This sacred vision bridges astronomy, metaphysics, and spirituality, reminding us that the human being, the Earth, and the entire universe are reflections of the same Divine Form.

Let us explore how different planets and deities represent parts of Shri Vishnu’s eternal body:

🌙 Chandra (Moon): The Mind of God

As water element governs the mind, emotions, and inner peace. The Chandrama is linked with the Manas (mind). As the Manas of Lord Vishnu, it signifies sensitivity, intuition, and the soothing presence that sustains mental balance. From the Purusha Sukta:

चन्द्रमा मनसो जातश्चक्षोः सूर्यो अजायत। (Rig Veda 10.90.13)

The Moon was born from His Mind, and the Sun from His Eyes. Just as the Moon influences tides and cycles on Earth, it reflects the rhythmic workings of the Divine Mind. Thus, the cool and calm glow of the Moon mirrors the serene, reflective mind of Vishnu.

☀️ Surya (Sun): The Eye of God

The Sun is the eternal seer, radiating divine light and illuminating the world. As Vishnu’s eye, it shows that the sun watches over creation, providing sight, clarity, and the spark of consciousness. The Sun, the eternal witness, is Vishnu’s chakshus (eye). The Shvetashvatara Upanishad (3.8) proclaims:

य एको भुवनं वि यः प्रविष्टो रूपेऽण्यान् व्यतिश्ठाय ध्रुवश्च।
स एव विश्वस्य भुवनस्य गोप्ता स विष्णुरेकः पुरुषो महान्॥

That One dwells as the eye of all beings, as the upholder of the worlds He alone is Vishnu, the Supreme Purusha. Without the Sun, all life would vanish hence it is called the "eye of the universe."

🌬️ Vayu (Air): The Nose of God

The life-giving breath, prana-vayu, is central to all beings. Represented as Vishnu’s nose, Vayu symbolizes inhalation, the bridge between mortal existence and the eternal soul. Air, or prana, resides within His breath.

मुखादिन्द्रश्चाग्निश्च प्राणाद्वायुरजायत। (Rig Veda 10.90.13)

From His mouth came Indra and Agni, and from His breath (prana) came Vayu. Breath is the sacred link that joins the human body with the divine. Thus, Vayu as the nose of Vishnu symbolizes life-giving breath and the flow of prana throughout creation.

🌊 Varuna (Water God): The Tongue of God

Varuna, ruler of cosmic waters and divine law, is likened to the tongue of Lord Vishnu. Varuna, lord of waters, is identified with the tongue, which tastes and speaks. The seas and rivers are His essence, flowing as speech and sustenance. Rig Veda praises Varuna as the cosmic law:

ऋतेन ऋतं अपिहितं ध्रुवं वा वरुणस्य धाम। (Rig Veda 5.85.2)

"lThe law covers law firm is the seat of Varuna. Just as the tongue conveys taste and speech, Varuna symbolizes truth (Satya) and the nourishment of existence through water.

The tongue of the Divine blesses the world with rain, rivers, and the dharmic order of nature. Thus Varuna as Vishnu’s tongue reflects truth (Satya) and nourishment.

🔥 Agni (Fire): The Mouth of God

Agni, the sacred fire, is Shri Vishnu’s mouth. Fire is the medium of yajnas (sacrifices) through which humans communicate with Devas. Fire symbolizes digestion, transformation, and communication with the divine.

मुखादिन्द्रश्चाग्निश्च। (Purusha Sukta)

From His mouth came Indra and Agni. As the Divine Mouth, Agni consumes offerings and transforms them into divine blessings.

He represents energy, transformation, and illumination flowing from Lord Vishnu Himself. Thus, Agni is the mouth of Vishnu, through which yajnas are offered and the universe is illuminated.

⚡ Indra: The Hand of God

Indra, the king of Devas and wielder of the thunderbolt (Vajra), signifies the hand of Vishnu. Hands are symbols of action, protection, and power. Hands represent power and action. From His mouth came Indra, the wielder of the Vajra.

Indra as the hand of Vishnu signifies strength, protection, and the power to uphold dharma. Just as Indra defends the heavenly realms, Vishnu’s hand acts in the world protecting dharma and granting divine strength to seekers.

✨ Sudarshana Chakra: The Weapon of God

The Sudarshana Chakra is the great cosmic weapon of Lord Vishnu, representing the whirling force of time (Kala) and righteousness. The eternal wheel of time (Kala Chakra) symbolizes Sudarshana the weapon of Vishnu.

ततस्त्वयं सर्वभूतानां रक्षा संविन्ध्य युग्मितः।
सुदर्शनाख्यं चक्रं ते दिव्यं तेनैव रक्ष्यते॥ (Vishnu Purana 1.22.73)

You are the protector of all beings, O Lord, by means of Your divine weapon, the Sudarshana Chakra. It symbolizes the eternal cycle of destruction and creation, removing obstacles and preserving order.

🎶 Gayatri Devi & Vedic Hymns: The Skin of God

The vibrations of the Gayatri mantra and Vedic hymns are said to be the skin of Shri Vishnu. Just as skin envelops the body, sacred sound envelops the cosmos. The Gayatri Mantra and Vedamantras are described as the protective covering of Vishnu’s body.

छन्दांसि यस्य पर्ज्ञातं यजुषं रूपं यद्वैष्णवम्। (Yajurveda 31.7)

The Vedic meters are His covering; the essence of yajna is His form. Chanting mantras activates divine vibrations, reminding humanity of their eternal unity with the Supreme. Thus, Vedic hymns embody the skin of Lord Vishnu, enveloping creation with divine vibrations.

The Cosmic Body - A Vision of Oneness
In this grand symbolism, every planet, deity, and natural element is woven into Shri Vishnu’s infinite form. The Sun, Moon, fire, water, air, and ether are not separate, they are limbs of the Divine Being.

Seeing the cosmos as Vishnu Himself transforms the way we perceive life: The universe is not random; it is divine order (Rta). Nature is not external; it is God’s body manifest around us. We are not isolated beings; we are cells in the cosmic body of Vishnu.

✨ Navagrahas in Vishnu’s Body

Navagrahas (9 planets) are also said to dwell in Vishnu’s body according to Jyotisha shastra and Vishnu Purana. For example:

Surya (Sun) – Eye, as discussed.

Chandra (Moon) – Mind.

Mangala (Mars) – Energy and strength in Vishnu’s arms.

Budha (Mercury) – Speech and intelligence.

Guru (Jupiter) – Divine wisdom, heart.

Shukra (Venus) – The creative aspect, beauty, and harmony.

Shani (Saturn) – Discipline, karma, and endurance, often seen as Vishnu’s feet.

Rahu & Ketu – Mystical powers (hidden, subtle aspects of Vishnu).

Connection to Pancha-Bhutas (Five Elements)

Agni (Fire) – Mouth (speech, digestion, yajna).

Vayu (Air) – Nose/breath (prana).

Apas (Water) – Tongue (Varuna, taste, flow).

Prithvi (Earth) – Feet (foundation, support).

Akasha (Ether/Space) – His Head or cosmic aura (sound, mantra).

Vishwaroopa Darshana; When Arjuna beheld the cosmic form of Krishna (Vishnu), he saw countless eyes, faces, arms, and ornaments radiating across the universe. This is exactly in line with the symbolism here.

अनादिमध्यान्तमनन्तवीर्यं
अनन्तबाहुं शशिसूर्यनेत्रम्।
पश्यामि त्वां दीप्तहुताशवक्त्रं
स्वतेजसा विश्वमिदं तपन्तम्॥ (Gita 11.19)

"I behold You without beginning, middle, or end, with infinite power, countless arms, and the Sun and Moon as Your eyes. Your blazing mouth burns the universe with Your radiance."

This directly confirms the Sun as His eyes, Agni as His mouth, and infinite cosmic principles as His very limbs.

Seeing the cosmos as Vishnu Himself transforms the way we perceive life: The universe is not random; it is divine order (Rta). Nature is not external; it is God’s body manifest around us. We are not isolated beings; we are cells in the cosmic body of Vishnu.

विष्वं विष्णुर्वषट्कारो भूतभव्यभवत्प्रभुः।
भूतकृद्भूतभृद्भावो भूतात्मा भूतभावनः॥ (Vishnu Sahasranama)

"Vishnu is the Universe, the Lord of past, present, and future, the creator and protector of all beings, the Self of all, and the cause of all existence."

✨ This vision reminds us of the deep interconnection between humanity, nature, and divinity. By honoring the Sun, Moon, fire, wind, and water, we honor Shri Vishnu Himself.

By living in harmony with cosmic principles, we align ourselves with Dharma, ensuring balance, prosperity, and spiritual evolution.

🌺 Shri Vishnu is all that was, is, and will be - the eternal cosmic Self. Thus, the universe is not outside us it is within Shri Vishnu, and we too are part of His eternal body.

18/08/2025

Shakti Peethas (शक्तिपीठ) Sacred Geography of Sanatana Bharat

India’s spiritual landscape is woven with divine legends, sacred pilgrimages, and temples where the cosmic feminine and masculine energies are eternally enshrined.

Among the holiest shrines are the Shakti Peethas where parts of Goddess Sati’s body are believed to have fallen and the Jyotirlingas, radiant manifestations of Lord Shiva.

Together, they represent the inseparable union of Shakti (Divine Energy) and Shiva (Divine Consciousness), guiding devotees on the path of devotion and liberation.

Devi Bhagavata Purana & Shiva Purana contain the backdrop philosophy of Sati’s self-immolation and the cosmic dance (Tandava) of Shiva, leading to the scattering of Sati’s body parts, consecrating the Shakti Peethas. The legend weaves deeply into Shaktism philosophy.

The story of the Shakti Peethas originates from the great sacrifice of Devi Sati. When Sati immolated herself in the sacrificial fire at her father Daksha’s yagna, Lord Shiva (Virabhadra) grief-stricken carried her body and wandered in fury across the universe.

To restore cosmic balance, Lord Vishnu released his Sudarshana Chakra, which cut Sati’s body into fragments. These parts fell across Bharatvarsha and beyond, sanctifying the locations as eternal seats of the Goddess, called Shakti Peethas.

Kalika Purana describing the Daksha Yagna story and the origin of the Shakti Peethas. It specifically mentions the major four Adi Peethas (Kamakhya, Kalighat, Tara Tarini, Bimala) describe the specific locations linked to the Goddess’s body parts.

बिमल पदखण्डञ्च स्तनखण्डञ्च तारिणी।
कामाक्ष्योनिखण्डञ्च मुखखण्डञ्च कालिका।।

Total Shakti Peethas: 51 Major Peethas where Maha Shakti Peethas: 18 (celebrated in Adi Shankara’s Ashta Dasa Shakti Peetha Stotram).

Devi Mahatmya (Durga Saptashati or Chandi Path) Composed by Sage Markandeya, extols the Divine Feminine in her many forms and is integral to Shakti worship at these sites.

There are four Adi Shakti Peethas, considered the most potent and primordial among all:

Kamakhya Devi (Assam, Guwahati, Nilachal Hill): Celebrates the Goddess’s yoni, symbolizing creation and feminine energy. The temple, unique in not housing an anthropomorphic idol, has a yoni-shaped stone sanctified by a natural spring. Ancient texts like Kalika Purana revere Kamakhya as the supreme seat of Shakti.

Dakshina Kalika / Kalighat (Kolkata, West Bengal): Known for the face (Mukha khanda) of Sati, this Adi Peetha marks fiery manifestation and cosmic power of the Goddess.

Tara Tarini (Berhampur, Odisha): Associated with Sati’s sthana, symbolizing nurturing and sustenance.

Bimala Devi (Jagannath Temple, Puri, Odisha): The feet (pada) of the Goddess are venerated, representing foundation and presence in earthly realm.

The 18 Maha Shakti Peethas; Universally revered: Celebrated in Adi Shankaracharya’s "Ashtadasha Shakti Peetha Stotram" most powerful and historically significant. From the Ashtadasha Shakti Peetha Stotram outlining the 18 Maha Peethas:

"हररक्षेत्रेकामरूपी प्रयाजेमाधीश्वरी।
ज्वालयामैरणीदिगयामाङ्गल्यगौररुके॥

देव्युवाच । शृणु वत्स प्रवक्ष्यामि दयाल भक्तवत्सल ।
याभिर्विन न सिध्यन्ति जपसाधनसत्क्रियाः ॥"

Each Shakti Peetha is linked intimately to a body part of Sati, forming a spiritual map across India and neighboring regions:

Avanti/Mahakali (Ujjain, MP): Upper lip, adjacent to Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga.

Bhramaramba (Srisailam, AP): Neck; shares ground with Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga.

Biraja Devi (Jajpur, Odisha): Navel.

Chamundeshwari (Mysore, Karnataka): Hair lock.

Jogulamba (Alampur, Telangana): Upper teeth.

Kamakshi (Kanchipuram, TN): Back region.

Mahalakshmi (Kolhapur, Maharashtra): Eyes.

Manikyamba (Draksharamam, AP): Left cheek.

Puruhutika (Pithapuram, AP): Feet (Paadagaya).

Sharada Devi (Muzaffarabad, PoK): Right hand.

Vaishnavi Devi (Jwalamukhi, HP): Tongue, flame origin.

Nandini/Nandikeshwari (Birbhum, WB): Necklace ornament.

Adi Shakti Peethas: 4 (considered primordial and extremely sacred). Each Peetha is associated with A specific part of Sati’s body or ornament (anga-pratyanga) that fell at the spot. A manifestation of the Divine Mother (Shakti). A guardian form of Shiva (Bhairava).

In India: 38, Bangladesh: 5, Nepal: 3, Pakistan: 2, Sri Lanka: 1, Tibet: 1 and Bhutan: 1. Each of these Peethas encapsulates a powerful aspect of Divine Motherhood and contributes to the spiritual wealth of Sanatana Dharma.

Uniqueness and Power; Each Peetha carries vibrant local legends, unique deity forms, architecture and worship traditions. Some have dual associations (body part and ornament), some are debated in location and manifestation. Devotees believe visiting these Peethas purifies the heart, destroys ego, bestows divine wisdom, and fulfills wishes.

The 52 Shakti Peethas of the Goddess

Mahapithapurana Manuscript enumerates 52 Shakti Peethas and gives detailed Sanskrit descriptions of the body parts and their corresponding places of worship.

Kamakhya Devi, Assam (Guwahati, Nilachal Hills) – Seat of the Goddess’s yoni (creative energy). An Adi, Maha, and Shakti Peetha.

Dakshina Kalika, Kalighat (Kolkata, West Bengal) – Associated with Sati’s face (Mukha khanda). An Adi Shakti Peetha.

Tara Tarini, Berhampur (Odisha) – Place where breasts (sthana) fell. An Adi Shakti Peetha.

Bimala Devi, Puri Jagannath Temple (Odisha) – Where feet (pada) of the Mother are worshipped. Adi Shakti Peetha.

Avanti / Mahakali, Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) – Associated with upper lips; collocated with Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga.

Lalita / Alopi Mata, Prayag (Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh) – Linked with finger (hand) part.

Vishalakshi & Manikarnika Devi, Varanasi (UP) – Earring and chest of Sati; near Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga.

Bhramaramba Devi, Srisailam (Andhra Pradesh) – Neck part of Sati; co-located with Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga.

Biraja Devi, Jajpur (Odisha) – Revered where navel fell.

Chamundeshwari Devi, Mysore (Karnataka) – Identified with Sati’s hair.

Ekaveerika Devi, Mahur (Maharashtra) – Place of her head.

Jogulamba Devi, Alampur (Telangana) – Upper teeth of Sati.

Kamakshi Devi, Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu) – Site of back portion.

Mahalakshmi Devi, Kolhapur (Maharashtra) – Eyes of the Goddess.

Manikyamba Devi, Draksharamam (Andhra Pradesh) – Symbolizing the left cheek.

Puruhutika Devi, Pithapuram (Andhra Pradesh) – Feet (Paadagaya) fell here.

Sharada Devi, Sharda Peeth (Muzaffarabad, Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir) – Associated with the right hand.

Sarvamangala Devi, Gaya (Bihar) – Place of breast portion.

Shankari Devi, Trincomalee (Sri Lanka) – Groin part, a very powerful worship seat.

Shrikkhala Devi, Pandua (West Bengal) – Stomach region.

Vaishnavi Devi, Jwalamukhi (Himachal Pradesh) – Origin of tongue flame.

Ambika Devi, Bharatpur (Rajasthan) – Associated with left feet fingers.

Arpana Devi, Bogra (Bangladesh) – Left anklet site.

Bahula Devi, Burdwan (West Bengal) – Left arm.

Bhawani Devi, Sitakunda, Chittagong (Bangladesh) – Right arm.

Bhramari Devi, Jalpaiguri (West Bengal) – Left leg.

Bhramari Devi / Saptashrungi, Nasik (Maharashtra) – Chin (two parts); co-located with Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga.

Chandrabhaga Devi, Somnath (Gujarat) – Related to stomach part, along with Somnath Jyotirlinga.

Chhinnamastika Devi, Una (Himachal Pradesh) – Denoting feet.

Dakshayani Devi, Lake Mansarovar (Tibet) – Right hand.

Gandaki Chandi, Muktinath (Nepal) – Connected to temple sanctum.

Gayatri Devi, Ajmer (Rajasthan) – Bracelets part.

Indrakshi Devi, Nainativu (Sri Lanka) – Anklets (silambu).

Jassoreshwari Devi, Khulna (Bangladesh) – Palms and soles.

Jayadurga Devi (Deoghar, Jharkhand) – Place of heart; near Baidyanath Jyotirlinga.

Jayadurga / Brajeshwari Devi, Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) – Both ears.

Jayanti Devi, Jaintia Hills (Meghalaya) – Sites left thigh.

Yogadya Devi, Khirgram (West Bengal) – Right great toe.

Kali Devi, Amarkantak (Madhya Pradesh) – Left buttock portion.

Kalika Devi, Kalighat (Kolkata) – Right toe.

Kankalitala Devi, Birbhum (West Bengal) – Place connected to bone.

Kapalini Devi, Tamluk (West Bengal) – Left ankle.

Hinglaj Mata, Hingula, Balochistan (Pakistan) – Head Brahmarandhra.

Kumari Devi, Hooghly (West Bengal) – Right shoulder.

Mahalakshmi Devi, Sylhet (Bangladesh) – Neck.

Mahamaya Devi, Amarnath (Jammu & Kashmir) – Associated with throat.

Mahashira Devi, Guhyeshwari (Kathmandu, Nepal) – Both knees.

Mahishmardini Devi, Bakreshwar (West Bengal) – Between the eyebrows.

Mahishmardini Devi, Shivaharkaray (Pakistan) – Eyes.

Mangal Chandika Devi, Burdwan (West Bengal) – Right wrist.

Nandini / Nandikeshwari Devi, Birbhum (West Bengal) – Necklace ornament.

अष्टादशशक्तिपीठस्तोत्रम्

लङ्कायां शाङ्करीदेवी कामाक्षी काञ्चिकापुरे ।
प्रद्युम्ने शृङ्खलादेवी चामुण्डी क्रौञ्चपट्टने ॥ १ ॥

अलम्पुरे जोगुलाम्बा श्रीशैले भ्रमराम्बिका ।
कोल्हापुरे महानक्ष्मी माहूर्ये एकवीरिका ॥ २ ॥

उज्जयिन्यां महाकाली पीठिक्यां पुरुहूतिका ।
ओढ्यायांगिरिजादेवी माणिक्यादक्षवाटके ॥ ३ ॥

हरिक्षेत्रे कामरूपा प्रयागे माधवेश्वरी ।
ज्वलायां वैश्णवी देवी गया मंगल्यगौरिका ॥ ४ ॥

वारणस्यां विशालाक्षी काश्मिरेषु सरस्वती ।
अष्टादशसुपीठानि योगिनामपि दुर्लभम् ॥ ५ ॥

सायंकाले पठेन्नित्यं सर्वशत्रुविनाशनम् ।
सर्वरोगहरं दिव्यं सर्वसम्पत्कारं शुभम् ॥ ६ ॥

इति अष्टादशशक्तिपीठस्तोत्रम् ॥

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