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MALUR SRI BALAMBIKA TEMPLE Address: Maruthi Extension 2nd stage, Kasaba Hobli, Malur Taluk, Kolar District, Karnataka - India Website : http://malurbalambikatemple.com Email : contactus@malurbalambikatemple.org Instagram: balambikadivyasangam
Issue 3 | Volume 15 | July 2025 Balavin Kural
Kshetra Varalaru series: "Sri Mahakali Kaalmadhav temple - Shakthi Peetam at Madhya Pradesh", by Smt. Indumathi Sri Gurubyo Namaha Sri Balambika charanam Today we are going to talk about the Kaal Madhav temple in Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh. This temple is also one of the Shakthi peetams, as Ambal's left buttock fell here. She is called Kaal Madhava Kaali. Lord Shiva is known as Kaal Madhav. This is an ancient temple built 5000 to 6000 years ago with beautiful white marbles. This temple is in a beautiful place where the Vindhya and Satpura ranges meet. We have to climb 100 steps to reach this temple. Another beautiful sight is the Narmada river flowing which can be seen from the temple. This place is the origin of Narmada river. This temple was built by Surya Vamshi Mandata 6000 years ago. But it has been rebuilt several times after the Moghul invasions. Festivals celebrated here are Makara Shankaranthi, Sharath Poornima, Deepavali, Ram Navami, Navarathri and Somvati amavasya, which is celebrated when amavasya falls on a Monday. This place is near Jabalpur railway station. It is believed that Raja Vikramaditya prayed to this Goddess. Image courtesy: https://thetempleguru.com/listing/ kalmadhav-kali-shaktipeeth/
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Cultural Connect: "Upanishad for the day: AmritaBindu Upanishad" The Amritabindu Upanishad is one of the minor Upanishads of Hinduism. It is one of the five Bindu Upanishads, attached to the Atharvaveda, and one of twenty Yoga Upanishads in the four Vedas. The Upanishad emphasizes the application and practice of knowledge rather than textbook learning, and presents the six limbs of Yoga. The introduction section of the text states four verses, followed by four sections of which three discuss the practice, rules and rewards of yoga, followed by a discourse on life-force (Prana, breath). Below is one of the verses: The intelligent one regards Jnana as the milk, and the many-branched Vedas as the cows. Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amritabindu_Upanishad
RAMA MANTRA is a Star amongst Mantras. The names of Gods are potent sound vibrations called Mantras. There are literally 70 million mantras. One of the simplest is the two syllabled divine name Ra ma. Though simple, it is an extremely potent mantra that can transform those who meditate on it into becoming spiritual adepts. Sri Rama is an incarnation of divine love. His name is so charged with the power of His love for humankind that it can transform our animal passions into a sublime love for God and thus unite us with the Divine. This two syllabled Rama mantra is called a Tharaka mantra. This simple divine name, which is so easy to meditate on, is a protection mantra and has the pre-eminent position of being referred to as a star amongst mantras. Agasthiar says, Siva + Narayana = The Power of the Rama Mantra Why is this two syllabled mantra so potent? Because it represents the perfect merger of Siva and Narayana. How so? The syllable raa was picked from the great eight syllabled Narayana mantra, Om Na mo Naa raa ya naa ya and the syllable ma was picked from the great five syllabled Siva mantra, Na ma si vaa ya. Thus Rama mantra combines the power of the Namasivaya mantra and the Om Namo Narayanaya maha mantra. Thus the Rama mantra represents the perfect merger of Siva and Narayana. Hence it has the pre-eminent position of the Rama mantra amongst mantras. Shiva is always chanting Rama mantra. There's a city called Kaasi in India. It is also known as Varanasi and Benares. The uniqueness of this city is that Lord Siva personally grants mukthi (liberation) to all those who breathe their last in this city. And how does He do it? By whispering the name of Rama in their ears. If Supreme Siva sees it fit to chant the name of Rama, shouldn't we all chant Rama ? In Maha Guru Sri Agasthiar's scheme, there's a special Rama mantra for each day of the week. Vaara - day of the week Nama - name Japa - meditation/chanting Vithi - procedure. Gratitude to Maha Guru Agasthiar Balambika Charanam. Image courtesy: https://hindu-hiddenfacts.blogspot.com/
Devotee Speaks: "Rama Nama", by Smt. Roopa V Rajan
Know your Mythology: "Raja Shyamala: The Minister of Mantras on the Battlefield", by Thulasinathan Kandasamy The sky was crimson with the dust of war. On the vast battlefield, the armies of the gods stood arrayed against the dark legions of Bhandasura, whose roar shook the heavens and threatened to plunge the world into chaos. At the heart of the divine camp, radiant as the dawn, stood Lalita Tripura Sundari, her eyes calm yet fierce with resolve. By her side was Raja Shyamala—Mantrini Devi—the embodiment of wisdom and eloquence. Shyamala’s presence was striking: her complexion the deep green of emerald, clad in resplendent red silks, adorned with shimmering jewels. In her graceful hands, she held the veena, its strings humming with the music of creation. A majestic parrot perched on her shoulder, whispering secrets of mantras and strategy. Lalita turned to her, pressing the royal signet ring into her palm. “Shyamala, with your counsel, no illusion can cloud our path. Lead us to victory.” Shyamala bowed, her voice as melodious as her veena. “As you command, Devi. With mantra and mind, I shall clear the way.” Mounting her Geya Chakra Ratha—a chariot that sang celestial tunes as its wheels turned—Shyamala rode at the front of the army. The music from her chariot lifted the spirits of the divine warriors, even as the enemy’s shadows crept closer. As the battle raged, Bhandasura’s general, Vishukra, unleashed a fearsome yantra—a spinning disc of dark energy. Instantly, confusion and lethargy swept through Lalita’s ranks. Warriors faltered, their eyes clouded, their arms heavy. But Shyamala and Dandanatha (the fierce Varahi) stood firm, untouched by the spell. Shyamala’s eyes flashed with determination. “Dandanatha, hold the line. I will break this illusion!” She leapt from her chariot and traced a glowing yantra in the air, chanting mantras that shimmered like lightning. Her parrot echoed each sacred syllable, amplifying their power. The air vibrated with energy as the mystical diagram pulsed, dispelling the fog of confusion. “Awaken, O warriors of the Goddess!” Shyamala’s voice rang out, clear and commanding. The spell broke. The divine army rallied, their strength and clarity restored. With renewed vigor, they surged forward, driving back Bhandasura’s forces. Throughout the campaign, Shyamala’s wisdom and strategy guided every move. She anticipated enemy tricks, countered every magical assault, and inspired unwavering discipline among the troops. By her insight and Lalita’s might, the demon was finally vanquished, and cosmic harmony was restored. As the dust settled, Lalita embraced her minister. “Shyamala, Matangi, Neela Saraswathi, your mantras will be shield and your wisdom sword.” And so, on the field of war, Raja Shyamala shone as the true minister of mantras—her voice, her music, and her mind turning the tide of destiny. From that day onward, the name of Raja Shyamala echoed as the sovereign of speech and wisdom — the eternal Mantrini by the side of the Supreme Goddess. Image courtesy: https://amritanilayam.org/
Devotee Speaks: "Rama Nama", by Smt. Roopa V Rajan RAMA MANTRA is a Star among Mantras. The names of Gods are potent sound vibrations called Mantras. There are literally 70 million mantras. One of the simplest is the two syllabled divine name Ra ma. Though simple, it is an extremely potent mantra that can transform those who meditate on it into becoming spiritual adepts. Sri Rama is an incarnation of divine love. His name is so charged with the power of His love for humankind that it can transform our animal passions into a sublime love for God and thus unite us with the Divine. This two syllabled Rama mantra is called a Tharaka mantra. This simple divine name, which is so easy to meditate on, is a protection mantra and has the pre-eminent position of being referred to as a star amongst mantras. Agasthiar says, Siva + Narayana = The Power of the Rama Mantra Why is this two syllabled mantra so potent? Because it represents the perfect merger of Siva and Narayana. How so? The syllable raa was picked from the great eight syllabled Narayana mantra, Om Na mo Naa raa ya naa ya and the syllable ma was picked from the great five syllabled Siva mantra, Na ma si vaa ya. Thus Rama mantra combines the power of the Namasivaya mantra and the Om Namo Narayanaya maha mantra. Thus the Rama mantra represents the perfect merger of Siva and Narayana. Hence it has the pre-eminent position of the Rama mantra amongst mantras. Shiva is always chanting Rama mantra. There's a city called Kaasi in India. It is also known as Varanasi and Benares. The uniqueness of this city is that Lord Siva personally grants mukthi (liberation) to all those who breathe their last in this city. And how does He do it? By whispering the name of Rama in their ears. If Supreme Siva sees it fit to chant the name of Rama, shouldn't we all chant Rama ? In Maha Guru Sri Agasthiar's scheme, there's a special Rama mantra for each day of the week. Vaara - day of the week Nama - name Japa - meditation/chanting Vithi - procedure. Gratitude to Maha Guru Agasthiar Balambika Charanam. Image courtesy: https://hindu-hiddenfacts.blogspot.com/
Kshetra Varalaru series: "Sri Mahakali Kaalmadhav temple - Shakthi Peetam at Madhya Pradesh", by Smt. Indumathi Sri Gurubyo Namaha Sri Balambika charanam Today we are going to talk about the Kaal Madhav temple in Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh. This temple is also one of the Shakthi peetams, as Ambal's left buttock fell here. She is called Kaal Madhava Kaali. Lord Shiva is known as Kaal Madhav. This is an ancient temple built 5000 to 6000 years ago with beautiful white marbles. This temple is in a beautiful place where the Vindhya and Satpura ranges meet. We have to climb 100 steps to reach this temple. Another beautiful sight is the Narmada river flowing which can be seen from the temple. This place is the origin of Narmada river. This temple was built by Surya Vamshi Mandata 6000 years ago. But it has been rebuilt several times after the Moghul invasions. Festivals celebrated here are Makara Shankaranthi, Sharath Poornima, Deepavali, Ram Navami, Navarathri and Somvati amavasya, which is celebrated when amavasya falls on a Monday. This place is near Jabalpur railway station. It is believed that Raja Vikramaditya prayed to this Goddess. Image courtesy: https://thetempleguru.com/listing/kalmadhav-kali-shaktipeeth/
Cultural Connect: "Upanishad for the day: AmritaBindu Upanishad" The Amritabindu Upanishad is one of the minor Upanishads of Hinduism. It is one of the five Bindu Upanishads, attached to the Atharvaveda, and one of twenty Yoga Upanishads in the four Vedas. The Upanishad emphasizes the application and practice of knowledge rather than textbook learning, and presents the six limbs of Yoga. The introduction section of the text states four verses, followed by four sections of which three discuss the practice, rules and rewards of yoga, followed by a discourse on life-force (Prana, breath). Below is one of the verses from the Upanishad: The intelligent one regards Jnana as the milk, and the many-branched Vedas as the cows. Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amritabindu_Upanishad