About Us
Para Brahma Guru Sri Dakshinamurthy
Sri Dakshinamurthy is one of the 64 avataras of Lord Shiva, revered as the Para Guru or supreme teacher who guides seekers toward liberation (Moksha). Facing South (Dakshina), a direction symbolizing death, he dispels fear by leading disciples on the path to immortality and liberation. The term Dakshinyam also reflects his boundless compassion and tranquil nature.
He manifests in various forms: Yoga Dakshinamurthy (master of self-discipline), Veena Dakshinamurthy (teacher of arts), Vyakhyana Dakshinamurthy (scriptural guide), and Medha Dakshinamurthy (bestower of liberating knowledge). The youthful Medha Dakshinamurthy, seated under a Banyan tree, symbolizes eternal wisdom. He subdues Apasmaram, the personification of ignorance and delusion, which hinder spiritual growth.
Teaching in profound silence (Para Vak), beyond physical speech, he reveals deep truths experientially, dissolving doubts effortlessly. His grace is cherished by disciples who revere him with love and devotion for illuminating their path to self-realization.
Paraa Para Guru Sri Adi Shankaracharya
Adi Shankaracharya was an 8th-century Indian philosopher and theologian who is the foremost exponent of Advaita Vedanta (non-dualism). Born in Kalady, Kerala, he compressed his extraordinary work into a lifespan of just 32 years. His central philosophy is the realization that Brahman (ultimate reality) and Atman (the individual soul) are one: “Brahman Satyam, Jagat Mithya” (Brahman is the only truth, the world is an illusion). He traveled across India, debating opponents and unifying diverse Hindu traditions. To preserve and propagate his teachings, he established four mathas (monastic centres) in the cardinal directions of the subcontinent, fundamentally shaping the structure of modern Hinduism.
Beyond his philosophical revival, Shankaracharya’s most enduring organizational legacy is the creation of the Dashanami Sampradaya, or the “Ten Names” order of wandering ascetics. He organized various existing Sannyasi (renunciate) groups under the four primary mathas (peethams) located at Sringeri, Puri, Dwarka, and Badrinath, each led by one of his chief disciples. This structured system established a formal, traceable line of guru-disciple succession (Guru-Shishya Parampara), ensuring the systematic study and preservation of Vedic knowledge. This organizational feat not only gave the Vedanta tradition a unified, pan-Indian structure but also provided the monastic authority that continues to guide millions of Hindus today
Paraa para Guru Sri Chandrasekhara Bharathi
Sri Chandrasekhara Bharati Mahaswamiji (born 16th October 1892), named Narasimha Sastry in his purvamsa, was a luminary in the lineage of Sringeri’s Jagadgurus. From a tender age, he exhibited an extraordinary affinity for spiritual pursuits, immersing himself in deep-rooted upasana. His prodigious intellect was evident when, at just eight years old, he flawlessly chanted the Mooka Panchashati, a testament to his exceptional memory and devotion. Simultaneously, he excelled academically, completing his schooling with remarkable speed.
At the age of 19, he embraced sannyasa at the Sringeri Peetham, succeeding Sri Sachchidananda Sivabhinava Narasimha Bharati as the 34th Jagadguru. His tenure was marked by profound compassion and unwavering commitment to dharma. He was known for his ability to transform even the most skeptical individuals into ardent devotees through his mere presence and guidance. His teachings emphasized the importance of leading a virtuous life, adhering to dharma, and seeking inner peace through self-realization.
A prolific scholar, Sri Mahaswamiji authored numerous commentaries, hymns, and verses extempore, often attributing his knowledge to the divine grace of Mother Sri Sharada. His literary contributions continue to inspire seekers on the path of knowledge and devotion. In his later years, he retreated into prolonged periods of seclusion and tapas, dedicating himself entirely to spiritual practices and contemplation. His life remains a beacon of selfless service, profound wisdom, and unwavering devotion to the Supreme.
Parameshti Guru Sri Vallukeshwara Bharathi Swami
Sri Vidyabhinava Valukeshwara Bharati Swamigal, formerly known as Sri Hanagal Virupaksha Shastrigal, led the Kudli Sringeri Mahasamsthanam Math from 1933 to 1937, reviving it during a financially difficult time. A revered Sanskrit scholar and ascetic, he once sustained himself solely on spiritual energy. Before taking Sannyasa, he was Virupaksha Sastri, Guru to Sri Chandrasekhara Bharati of Tunga Sringeri and Maharaja Sri Krishna Wadiyar of Mysore.
Renowned for his expertise in Tarka, he was honored with the title Tarka Panchanana. A disciplined practitioner, he emphasized Guruvandana, Sandhyopasana, and Nitya Karmas, performing pujas thrice daily, Ekadasha Rudrabhishekam on Mondays, and Surya Namaskar on Sundays. He followed strict vratas, living on one meal a day.
From a humble background, he mastered Tarka, Vyakarana, and Vedanta, studying by a modest oil lamp. Deeply devoted to the Vedas, he lived to uphold and spread their sacred knowledge with unwavering discipline.
Parama Guru Brahmasri K P Shankara Shastrigal
Shankara Shastrigal, a revered scholar from Kaladi, the birthplace of Adi Shankaracharya, belonged to the Dakshinamurthy Sampradaya and was a distinguished disciple of Sri Hanagal Virupaksha Shastrigal (later Sri Vidyabhinava Valukeshwara Bharati Swamigal). Trained in Tarka and Sri Vidya Upasana, he also received Mahamantropadesha from Sri Chandrashekhara Bharati Mahaswamigal of Sringeri.
An authority on Advaita Vedanta and Srividya, he upheld a strictly Vedic and Upanishadic approach, rejecting distorted Kaula practices. He guided numerous sadhakas, monastic heads, and served as Asthana Vidwan at both Sringeri and Kanchi Kamakoti Peethams, earning deep respect from their Acharyas. His scholarship was honored by the President of India and the Maharaja of Mysore.
His notable works include commentaries on Varivasya Rahasya, Tripura Bhashyam, and Shodasha Samskara Vidhi, establishing him as a beacon of spiritual guidance in Srividya. He was renowned for his depth in Vedanta, Tarka, and scriptural tradition.
Sri Guru Sri Sundareshwara Sharma
Sri Sundareshwara Sharma hails from a distinguished lineage of masters in Veda, Ayurveda, and various Shastric disciplines, carrying forward a sacred legacy of spiritual and scriptural excellence.
Embarking on his Vedic journey at the tender age of seven, he studied under the revered Veda Brahmasri Nanjunda Shastry, mastering the Yajur Veda in its entirety. His expertise in both Poorva and Apara Yajur Veda Prayogas was further enriched under the tutelage of eminent scholars like Brahmasri Govindarajapuram Raasa Vadhyar, Kollengode Vaidyanatha Shastrigal, and Sirsi Sri Sridhar Bhat.
Initiated into the profound Sri Vidya Sampradaya by the illustrious Brahmasri K.P. Shankara Shastrigal, Guruji now dedicates his life to teaching Yajur Veda, Devi Mahatmyam, and Shakta Vedantic scriptures to seekers of all ages. A beacon of traditional wisdom, he continues to inspire and uplift aspirants, playing a vital role in preserving and propagating Sanatana Dharma with unwavering devotion and scholarship.