The Shrikrushnamai temple in Mahabaleshwar

All Hindu tourists visit Shri Mahabaleshwar and Shri Panchaganaga temples, however, very few visit Shrikrushnamai temple which is located just behind Shri Mahabaleshwar temple at a short walking distance. While visiting Mahabaleshwar on an official duty, I could visit the temple and pay obeisance to Shri Krishnamai. Given further are some points I observed.

Datta Jayanti

On Datta Jayanti, the Dattatreya Principle is one thousand times more active on Earth as compared to the other days.

The very ancient Shri Ekmukhi Datta temple at Kolhapur

The Idol of Deity Datta in the Ekmukhi Datta Temple in Kolhapur city was constructed in 18th century and this Idol has been worshipped by Nrusinha Saraswati Maharaj of Gangapur; Shripad Shrivallabh Maharaj and then by Swami Samarth.

Importance of samashti sadhana

To increase the sattvikta of the society, it is necessary to get sadhana (Spiritual practice) performed by the society. This is termed ‘samashṭi sadhana’ of those who make such efforts. This article describes the importance of samashṭi sadhana in today’s times.

The only Shri Kapaleshwar temple in the universe without Nandi in front of Mahadev

Nashik is indeed a sacred land. Bhagwan Shiva, Prabhu Shriram and several other Deities have set Their Holy feet here, that is why it is a spiritual city as well. Just as Nashik is famous for the jyotirlinga in Trimbakeshwar, it also is renowned for very ancient Shri Kapaleshwar temple. On the occasion of Shravani Somwar, let us study the importance and greatness of Shri Kapaleshwar Mahadev.

Qualities of a disciple

Qualities of a disciple – To be accepted as a disciple by a Guru, one needs to gain the grace of a Saint.

Spiritual disciplines in Disciple’s life

Every seeker in the primary stage has read that, in Spirituality, the ultimate means of salvation is a Guru, whereas a seeker in the advanced stage actually experiences it. Most seekers are unaware of what they should do to acquire a Guru.