Qualities of the Dhyanalingam :
A doorway carved in stone with a lotus flower on top symbolizes the
flowing of consciousness, and forms the entrance to the mandapam. The
mandapam leads to a long open corridor flanked on either side by the
following: Pathanjali shrine- A three-dimensional 11-foot tall deity of Pathanjali, the father of Yogic Sciences - a combination of man and snake which is a symbol for transcending all duality.Vanashree shrine- A deity, is the sthree-sthana, the feminine counter for powerful presence of the lingam, represented in the form of a tree with a golden leaf. Adjacent to these are three large stone panels on each side of the corridor depicting the lives of South Indian saints.
Kannappa Nayanar- In his child like emotion, he offers his own eyes to Shiva.
Akka Mahadevi- A moving scene of Akka in her love and dispassion, shedding everything, including her clothes as demanded by the king and moving into a sense of bodilessness.
Poosalar- A miraculous event where his inner temple found recognition.
Meiporul Nayanar- A heart-rending event showing how a devotee of Shiva holds even a mere symbol of Shiva above his life.
Sadhguru Parambramha- The divine guru bestows his grace upon a forlone sadhaka - the birth of ISHA.
Sadashiva Brahmendra- The bodiless yogi. At the end of the corridor is the entrance to a 14-foot long tunnel with a seven hooded monolith snake structure at its top, symbolizing seven dimensions of life. At the peak, follows a unique large free spanning brick dome covering Dhyanalingam - 76 feet in diameter - the first time that such a structure has been raised without concrete or steel. Dhyanalingam comprises of two parts, the lingam and the avudaiyar. Both are energized with qualities of seven chakras, hence lingam has seven copper rings and avudaiyar is in the form of a seven-coiled snake. The lingam is made up of higher density single granite stone and the avudaiyar is also made up of granite whose density is 30% less than that of lingam. Set amidst the lush landscapes and the towering mountains of Velliangiri, it will be a colossal entity of eternal vibration. The fully consecrated lingam will radiate different qualities on different days of the week by which one can derive various benefits. Qualities by the DayMonday:Earth being the Tatwa (element), it stirs the spiritual energies in the most fundamental way and helps one beyond the limitations of food and sleep. Helps in fertility, childbirth and cleansing of doshas (impurities) in body and mind. Releases one form financial and emotional insecurity. Removes fear of death. It firmly establishes one within the body and also the world outside. The day is most conductive to people waiting to make a spiritual beginning, is the root of all growth, and brings awareness of the divinity of man. Tuesday:Water being the Tatwa, it gives one the fluidity to create one's life the way one wants. It helps in procreation, imagination, intuition and mental stability. Supports conjugal relationship. Very good for those who are seeking purification. Aids in mental stability. Wednesday:Fire being the Tatwa, it creates a zest for life and aids in general health, digestive-related problems, material well-being and health (particularly for children below four years of age). Brings physical balance and self-confidence. Nurtures selflessness and brings a deep understanding of the body. Thursday:Air being the Tatwa, freedom becomes the way. It is an important day for seeking the Divine. A meeting and balance of the lower and higher. Love and devotion is the way. A multi-dimensional phenomena which includes all aspects of life. Radiance and innocence become the way of the person. A very good way to shed the karmic bondage. Friday:Space being the Tatwa, limitlessness and freedom are the basic qualities - highly purificatory for those who are suffering from any kind of poison or negative energies, curses or bad vibrations. Develops memory, concentration, patience, self-confidence, and synchronicity with nature. Dependence on food and water can be reduced. Saturday:Being the Mahatatwa beyond all duality, it leads to knowledge and enlightenment. Peace is the quality. Very important for those seeking realization. Helps one to go beyond the five elements, and attain Viveka. Makes one in tune with cosmic laws and one with everything. Sunday:Celebration of life beyond senses. Best to receive Guru's grace. Aids in breaking illusion of individual self. |
The fully
consecrated Dhyanalingam is in the enlarged form of lingam and avudaiyar.
At the main entrance is a Sarvadharma Sthamba, as the energy of
Dhyanalingam is universal in nature. A monolith 16'6" tall pillar with
symbols of all religions, the Sarvadharma Sthamba is an appropriate
universal welcome beyond narrow religious divide. On top of the
Sarvadharma Sthamba is a blazing sun's face symbolizing a new dawn.