Hole Anjaneya Temple, Maddur
When one sets out to travel towards Mysuru from Bengaluru and at Maddur town, takes a deviation towards the rural side, he will see a board indicating the way towards Holey Anjaneya temple.
The temple is just 1.5 Km from there, and he has to travel over the lush green paddy fields to reach the destination. The temple is on the bank of the Shimsha River, and the place is full of massive banyan trees, thus giving it a jungle vibe.
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History of Hole Anjaneya Temple & Importance of Mukhya Prana
The Prana Prathishta (consecration) of moola Vigraha was performed by the saint Sripada Raja (1404 AD ~ 1502 AD) and his disciple Sri Vyasa Theertha (1467 AD ~ 1539 AD) around 550 years ago. Both were “Mantra Siddhas” which means they had the realization of mantras that gave them phenomenal spiritual powers.
The Anjaneya idol, so consecrated, has the power to rid of all the problems of devotees even today. What is required is a deep faith and trust in the divine.
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Importance of worshipping Mukhya Prana
Lord Narayana has taken ten incarnations (Dasahavatara) to exterminate evil and protect the good. Prana Vayu OR Mukhya Prana (MP) also incarnated three times in three Yugas – Thretha, Dwapara, and Kali.
- Thretha Yuga – MP incarnated as Anjaneya to serve the Lord Rama.
- Dwapara Yuga – MP incarnated as Bheema to serve the Lord Krishna.
- Kaliyuga – MP incarnated as Saint Madhwa Acharya to serve the Lord Narayana, who in turn had incarnated as Rishi Veda Vyasa.
The greatness of MP is revealed through Purandara Dasa’s keerthana “ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಪ್ರಾಣ” and the lyrics and tune are mesmerizing.
Meditating regularly on the lotus feet of lord MP will result in the following.
- Memory: Sharpens memory and increases information storage and recall.
- Inner strength: Elevates self-confidence.
- Outer strength: Boosts stamina that results in increased strength.
- Knowledge: Elevated knowledge of various subjects is achieved.
- Healing: Meditation can heal all kinds of ailments.
- Speech: Increased appreciation of what is spoken, as it will make sense to others.
- Health: One will attain good health due to a lack of any ailments.
- Good looks: With good health and stamina, one will start feeling young and looking good.
- Ayush: One will have a long life.
- God’s grace: Above all, meditating on the lotus feet of MP will invoke Lord Narayana’s grace leading to Moksha.
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Conclusion
A visit to Hole Anjaneya Temple, whose origin dates back to Vijayanagara days, with the Moola Vigraha consecrated by Yati shrestas ( Sripada and Vyasa Theertha), will fetch enormous spiritual benefits. When someone visits the temple with utmost devotion and faith, he will notice a rise in his self-confidence. With divine grace, he can tackle his life’s problems with ease.
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How do I get there?
- By Train: One can take a train either from Bengaluru OR Mysuru city and alight at Maddur. Take an Auto rickshaw to the temple from the railway station.
- By own vehicle: One can drive down to the temple by own vehicle either from Bengaluru OR Mysuru, and the road is good to travel.
- By Busses (KSRTC OR Private): Buses plying between Bengaluru and Mysuru have a stoppage at Maddur. One can alight there and take an autorickshaw to go to the temple.
Temple timings
- Morning 7:00 AM till 1:00 PM.
- Evening 4:00 PM till 7:00 PM
- Mahapooja starts at 11:00 AM
- Address: near kolli circle, vaidhyanathapura road Maddur, Karnataka, India
- Contact Number: 099453 89599
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