Sripuram
A Spiritual Haven
Sripuram
A Spiritual Haven
In 2007, Sri Sakthi Amma consecrated the Sripuram Golden Temple, which has become a spiritual oasis for people of all religions. ‘Sri’ refers to the Goddess Lakshmi, and ‘puram’ means ‘abode.’ Sripuram is the abode of the Goddess Lakshmi, the Goddess of Prosperity. The intention behind Sripuram is for each person to realize the purpose of their birth, inspiring them to transform into enlightened beings. Depending on the time of year, between 6,000 and 60,000 visitors per day will come to Sripuram from all over the world to experience the positive vibrations of Divinity at work.
Within the precincts of Sripuram are numerous temples offering various flavors of the Divine that visitors may resonate with.
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Sri Mangala Ganapathy (Remover of Obstacles)
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Sri Sakthi Ganapathy (Remover of Obstacles)
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Swarma Lakshmi (Auspiciousness and Abundance)
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Sri Lakshmi Narayani (Universal Mother Goddess)
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Perumal Temple (The Maintainer)
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Gurustan (Blessings from Sri Sakthi Amma)
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Nataraja (The cosmic destroyer and dancer)
The Sripuram Golden Temple is constructed according to Vāstu, a traditional Vedic system of architecture. The surrounding area boasts extensive landscaped gardens, featuring a diverse array of trees, ferns, flowering plants, birdlife, and water ponds, providing visitors with an opportunity to experience calmness and serenity.
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To reach the Golden Temple, visitors stroll along a 1.8-kilometer star-shaped pathway adorned with display boards featuring Amma's teachings. These messages guide visitors to recognize and connect with their inner divinity. Surrounded by beauty and positive energy, visitors have an opportunity to connect with their souls, leaving the temple inspired for their spiritual journey and motivated to contribute their talents to the world.
Gold is believed to conduct energy more effectively than other metals, enhancing and emitting the energy produced during chants and rituals at the Mahalakshmi Golden Temple. Gold holds various mystical significances, as seen in the Vedic chant Sri Suktam, where Goddess Lakshmi is depicted as "shimmering in gold."
The Saptha Dwara (or seven steps) is located on the south side of the temple, leading up to the sanctum. The seven arches represent the seven chakras (energy points on the body). It is believed that as an individual progresses on the spiritual path, energy begins to travel upward from the base of the spine to the top of the head. With this ascent of energy, transformation occurs: transmuting one's perspective from self to self-less, from ‘I’ to ‘we’.
SarvaTheerthum is a small pond in the northeast corner of Sripuram, located according to Vāstu. Sri Sakthi Amma performed many rituals in this body of water. The pond is known as Sarva (all) Theertham (holy water).
In Hindu temples, bells are commonly used. It is believed that their ringing produces the resonating sound of ‘Om’ – the sacred and cosmic song of the universe while also dispelling negative energy and thoughts. The ringing of the bell serves as a reminder for nearby individuals to pause their work and offer silent prayers. Additionally, scientific studies have shown that the sound of 'Om' produces calming and positive sound waves.
Purpose of Pooja
The ultimate purpose of pooja is to facilitate a connection with the soul through offerings of love. Offerings of love bring peace and joy, opening people's hearts to follow a dharmic path. On a larger scale, the prayers and rituals conducted by Sri Sakthi Amma are for universal peace and well-being.
Sponsoring pooja at the temples is a practical way to create peace for the world and in one's life, earn merit for oneself and one's community, and make a spiritual offering with a powerful sankalpa (intention). Your contribution helps support the costs of the physical offerings in the form of food, herbs, flowers, etc., and facilitates the priest's ceremonies on your and your loved ones' behalf. Whether you want to fortify specific prayers or support new moon or full moon rituals and particular festivals, the opportunities are auspicious and manifold.
For those who already have their own devotional path, beholding these rituals may encourage and inspire them to go deeper within their personal faith and practice.
Mangala Ganapathi
Mangala Ganapathi is a revered form of Lord Ganesha, known as the “remover of obstacles,” embodying Divine grace, wisdom, and benevolence. Lord Ganesha inspires us to cultivate inner strength, knowledge, and resilience in the face of challenges. He is also known as a patron of the arts, sciences, and prosperity. Daily abhishekams and morning yagams are offered in devotion to Mangala Ganapathi.
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Temple
Sri Lakshmi Narayani resides in the sanctum of the Sripuram Golden Temple. She holds two lotuses in each hand, the third in the blessing position, and the fourth in the giving position. Mahalakshmi bestows all that is needed for life: home, family, food, strength, courage, wisdom, victory, and peace of mind. Gold, having the maximum capacity for transferring positive vibrations, amplifies and radiates the energy generated by the temple rituals.
