About
Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Mantralayam belongs to the lineage (parampara) of Hamsa Naamaka Paramaatma, adorned, in the early phase of its history, by various Tapaswis and Rishis. Sri Madhwacharya, the proponent of Dwaita Vedanta, had formally launched this Mutt, with His Sishya, Sri Padmanabha Tirtha as its Prime Guru. Many scholarly Gurus and Tapaswis, such as Sri Jayatirtha, Sri Ramachandra Tirtha, Sri Vibudhendra Tirtha, Sri Jitamitra Tirtha, Sri Raghunandana Tirtha, Sri Surendra Tirtha, Sri Vijayindra Tirtha, Sri Sudhindra Tirtha, and Sri Raghavendra Tirtha, have embellished this Parampara, by taking upon the position of Main Pontiff of this Mula Mutt.
Because of the significant distinction of Sri Raghavendra Tirtha, to the mystic, spiritual and intellectual domains of human life, this Mutt came to be known as Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, since the period of Sri Raghavendra Tirtha. The Mutt’s own history page describes it as the Main Mula Mutt in the tradition of Sri Madhwacharya. Its website describes the Matha as a centre of Dvaita Vedanta, sanctified by the Brindavana of Sri Rayaru and situated on the banks of the Tungabhadra.
The prominent Pontiffs of this Mutt, who have contributed to the cause of propagation of Madhwa Philosophy by writing profound Books of Philosophy, and to that of realizing the welfare of the devotees, in a committed manner, to name only a few are the following: Sri Yogindra Tirtha, Sri Surendra Tirtha, Sri Sumatindra Tirtha, Sri Upendra Tirtha, Sri Vadindra Tirtha.
Sri Varadendra Tirtha, Sri Dhirendra Tirtha, Sri Sushilendra Tirtha, Sri Suvratindra Tirtha, Sri Suyamindra Tirtha, Sri Sujayindra Tirtha, Sri Sushamindra Tirtha, and Sri Suyatindra Tirtha. The Pithadhipati of this Parampara of Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, as named on the Mutt’s website, is Sri Subudhendra Tirtha.
It is in Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt Mantralayam, that the Vigraha of Sri MulaRama, originally worshipped by Sri Chaturmukha Brahma, the Vigraha of Sri Digvijaya Rama, originally worshipped by Sri Madhvacharya, the Vigraha of Sri JayaRama, originally worshipped by Sri Jayatirtha, are being worshipped with devotion and gaiety, by the various Pontiffs, of this Parampara.
It is worth noting that almost all Madhva devotees are the disciples of Sri Raghavendra Tirtharu, in so far as they seek the fulfillment of their worldly wishes, from the grace of Sri Raghavendra Tirtharu and also to the extent they seek knowledge from the profound Granthas of Sri Raghavendra Tirtharu. The Mutt prays to Sri Raghavendra Tirtha, known as Kaliyuga Kamadhenu and Kaliyuga Kalpataru, to bestow grace on all devotees.
Timings to visit Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt
06:00 AM – 02:00 PM | 04:00 PM – 09:00 PM
The Mutt’s website states that darshana of the Moola Brindavana is open from 6.00 AM to 2.00 PM and again from 4.00 PM to 9.00 PM. The main gate closes at 2.00 PM for cleaning of the Garbha Gruha. Pooja timings can vary a little with the rush of devotees, and the Mutt says all pooja timings will vary during Aradhana days.
Darshana Guidelines from the Mutt
- Darshana of Sri Moola Ramadevara Pooja is possible only if the Swamiji is residing at Mantralayam. On days of his tour, scholars or priests perform the regular pooja and Hastodaka.
- The Swamiji generally gives Mantrakshata from 10.00 to 11.30 in the morning and 6.30 to 8.30 in the evening.
- Sevadars are allowed inside according to the seva time.
- Devotees are asked to perform pradikshane in the courtyard silently before darshana of the Brindavana.
- In the queue, the Mutt asks visitors not to push others and not to seek out-of-turn darshana; it describes dharma darshana (free viewing) through the queue as the right way to proceed.
Booking Seva, Rooms and Donations
The Mutt’s website lists online Seva Booking, Room Booking, Donation, Daily Sevas, Pooja Timings, a Temple Map and the Panchanga. It warns visitors to use only srsmatha.org and to beware of other, fraudulent sites. Check seva availability and room booking terms on the official site before travelling.
Festivals Celebrate at Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt
- Maharathostavam
- Sri Guru Raghavendra Swamy Aradhanostavam
- Sri Krishna Janmasthami
The Mutt’s news page reports a Saptaratrotsava ending in Sarvasamarpanotsava on the last day of the Aradhana Mahotsava (the 352nd Aradhana ended on 4 September 2023). The Aradhana date moves each year, so confirm it with the Mutt.
How to reach Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt
By Air: Hyderabad Airport – 236 km
By Train: Mantralayam Road Railway Station – 12 km, Kurnool City Railway Station – 93.6 km
By Bus: Alampur – 105 km, Kurnool City – 73.2 km,
Distances are not confirmed on an official website; check before travelling.
Address
Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, Mantralayam, Adoni, Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh, 518345, India.
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