Adi Guru shankaracharya
Throughout the course of his early life, Shankara astounded many with his knowledge intelligence. He started writing his own analysis of the Upanishads, Brahma Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita at a young age. Right from his childhood, he was keen on becoming a monk. Though his idea of becoming a monk was opposed by his mother, Shankara knew exactly what he had to do. Once he accompanied his mother to a nearby river and took a plunge into the river. Suddenly, a crocodile appeared from beneath the river and caught hold of his leg. Shankara then cried out to his mother, saying that a crocodile was pulling him into the river. When his mother felt helpless, Shankara urged her to allow him to die as a monk. As soon as Aryamba gave her consent, the crocodile spared Shankara’s life and went back into the river. Shankara was miraculously unharmed and went on to become a monk as his mother had already given him the permission to do so.
Adi Guru Shankaracharya Temple and astral garden
West Bengal(Howrah)
Advaita Vedanta. He is reputed to have founded four Mathas (“Monasteries”) and savior of Hinduism.
The temple holds a special significance in the minds of the devotees.The holy place of the temple houses surrounded by the statue of Adi Guru Shankaracharya alongwith Ganesh, Hanumanji temple, Vrindaban Garden of Sri Krishna.
Besides being one of the five sacred pilgrimage destinations for Hindus, this temple also host several festival during the year visited by both devotees and tourists in large numbers..
In pursuance of His divine influence, the ADI Guru Shankaraachaarya Temple and Astral garden Commitee earnestly appeals to all devotees and philanthropists to donate liberally towards this holy Cause and deserving cause of reviving a Temple. Every Donation will be individually acknowledged. The name of donors contributing Rs.11,000 and more will be displayed permanently on a plaque in the temple.
Shankaracharya was an early 8th century Indian philosopher and theologian who consolidated the dectrine of Advaita Vedanta. Shankara was born to a poor Brahmin (Namboodri) family in Kerala. His father’s name was Shivaguru, suggesting Shaiva roots. His father died when he was very young, and he was raised by his mother, known to us only as Aryamba(noble lady). She was a worshipper of Krishna, indicating Vaishnava roots. Despite his mother’s protests, he chose to become a hermit as he favoured the prevailing vedantic world view to the Mimansik. His guru, Govinda Bhagavatapada , whose name suggests Vaishnava roots, who chose the hermit’s life on the bank of the river Narmada, was deeply influenced by Buddhism.
Adi Shankaracharya’s message is a message of hope, truth and love. Though his life, Shankara presented an example before us to live by the truth. He is basically known for integrating the whole India through his concerted efforts by building temple at the Strategic Points Of India. He established four major mathas in different region of India- Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri, Sringeri. He established them to propagate the Philosophy of Advaita Vedanta and to Promulgate the Concept of Santana Drama. He started the “Kumbh Mela” – the world’s greatest ever meeting of all hindu spiritual masters and followers. Shankara died at the young age of 32 in the Himalayan Region.
Our Mission :
Adi Guru Shankaracharya Temple And Social Development Trust preserve the ancient traditions, rituals, and practices of Hinduism. They strive to uphold traditional rituals and practices, passing them on to future generations. We offer classes, workshops, and seminars to promote religious literacy and understanding, both within the Hindu community and among the broader society.
Our Vision :
Adi Guru Shankaracharya Temple aspire to be spiritual sanctuaries where individuals can connect with the divine and deepen their personal relationship with God. We aim to provide a sacred space for worship, prayer, and meditation. We have a vision of preserving and promoting the rich cultural and religious heritage of Hinduism that promote unity and mutual support.
