History of Temple

Temple History: Sri Guru Amba Mahamayee Devi

The history of the Sri Guru Amba Mahamayee Devi Temple is a journey deeply rooted in devotion, tradition, and divine guidance. The temple stands as a testament to the unwavering faith and dedication of the Iruvail Prabhu family, whose ancestors were guided by sacred rituals and divine revelations to establish this holy temple.

The Divine Revelation: Swarnaaruda Prashna

Before the temple’s construction, the Iruvail Prabhu family sought divine guidance through a Swarnaaruda Prashna at the revered Ponnechari Venkatramana Temple in Moodbidri. The prashna revealed that an Ashtamangala Prashna was necessary to determine the specific guidelines for the family. However, before this important ritual, certain preliminary ceremonies had to be conducted.

These prescribed rituals were meticulously performed within the stipulated time frame, paving the way for the Ashtamangala Prashna, which was held from July 5 to July 10, 2010, at the Iruvail Durgaparameshwari Temple.

Sacred Findings of Ashtamangala Prashna

The Ashtamangala Prashna revealed significant insights into the spiritual heritage of the Iruvail Prabhu family. It was discovered that around 350 years ago, their ancestors worshipped Mahamayee Devi, Muneeshwara, Naga Devaru, and their family deity Lord Devaki Krishna at a sacred site in Puchemogaru.

The prashna also identified the precise land where the temple needed to be constructed. Detailed instructions were provided for the temple’s design and layout, including the construction of a Naga Sanidhya in Chitrookata style. The Naga Sanidhya was to feature a seven-headed Nagaraja facing east and a five-headed Nagakanya bimba.

Consultation with H.H Shrimad Sudheendra Theertha Swamiji

Following the Ashtamangala Prashna, the Iruvail Prabhu family consulted H.H Shrimad Sudheendra Theertha Swamiji, who provided divine blessings and prasadam. With this spiritual affirmation, the family proceeded with the temple’s construction.

Guidelines for the Devi Temple

The prashna offered specific instructions for the Devi temple:

• Mahamayee Sanidhya: The site where Mahamayee’s presence was lost required excavation and a sacred Saptashuddhi ritual.
• Temple Construction: The temple was to be built with a garbhagudi (sanctum sanctorum) and a mukhamantap (main hall). A Panchaloha Mahamayee bimba was to be installed inside the garbhagudi on a stone platform.
• Ancestral House: On the left side of the temple, an ancestral tharavadu (family) house was to be constructed. A special room in the kanyabagha area was designated for Guru Muneeshwara’s silver sandals (paduka) to be placed on a Jackwood seat. The same room would also house a photograph of Lord Devaki Krishna and  a copper mudipu vessel for Lord Tirupati was to be kept after performing Panaka Pooja. This ritual was to be conducted annually.

Completion and Inauguration

The temple's construction was completed in February 2012. On February 24, 2012, the Prathista ceremony (inauguration and consecration) was performed with great devotion and spiritual fervor under the guidelines of Ganesh Tantri. The temple now stands as a sacred abode, preserving the rich heritage and spiritual legacy of the Iruvail Prabhu family.

A Place of Devotion and Community

The temple continues to be a beacon of faith and tradition. Devotees from near and far visit the temple to seek the blessings of Mahamayee Devi, Lord Devaki Krishna, and other deities. The temple’s history serves as a reminder of the profound connection between divine guidance and human devotion, inspiring generations to come.