Sringeri Torana Ganapati Temple- Karnataka

Address

Sringeri Torana Ganapati Temple- Karnataka
Sringeri, Chikmagalur District,
Karnataka  – 577139.

Moolavar

Torana Ganapati

Introduction

• Location: Sringeri, Chikmagalur District, Karnataka.
• Dedication: Lord Ganesha, worshipped in forms of Kshipra Varaprasadi and Vara Prasadi.
• Significance: Houses the padukas of Vriddha Narasimha Bharati Swamy.
• Unique Feature: Lord Ganesha is worshipped in the Torana (threshold) of the entrance door of the Sri Math premises.

Puranic Significance:

• Historical Threat: Around 1,000 years ago, Sringeri temple was under threat from petty rulers seeking dominance.
• Divine Guidance: Jagadguru Sri Narasimha Bharati meditated and was directed to pray to the nearest deity. He discovered the form of Lord Ganesha in the Torana (threshold) above the door.
• Consecration: Jagadguru performed a ritual to awaken the power of Lord Ganesha in the Torana, transforming it into a focal point of devotion.
• Tradition: Since then, devotees visiting Sringeri first have darshana of Sri Torana Ganapati before proceeding to worship Sri Sharadamba and other deities.

Beliefs:

• Wish Fulfillment: Lord Ganesha is believed to fulfill the wishes of devotees, offering tranquility and removing obstacles.

Special Features:

• Unique Shrine: A testimony to the Acharyas’ prayer to Lord Ganesha to avert obstacles.
• Customary Worship: Devotees begin their pilgrimage at Sringeri by worshipping Sri Torana Ganapati.
• Titles of Lord Ganesha: Known as Vara Prasadi (granter of boons) and Kshipra Varaprasadi (quick granter of boons).
• Daily Puja: Regular rituals and prayers are conducted for Lord Ganesha.

Festivals:

• Chaturthi Celebrations: Special prayers and rituals are held on Chaturthi days.
• Tuesdays: Significant prayers offered to Lord Ganesha.
• Offerings: Devotees present coconuts and modaks made of sugar and jaggery as offerings to the deity.

Century/Period

1000 years old.

Nearest Bus Station

Sringeri

Nearest Railway Station

Udupi Railway Station

Nearest Airport

Mangalore          

Location on Map

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