Dhyanalinga Temple At Sadhguru's Coimbatore Ashram: Top 10 Unique Facts
The Dhyanalinga was consecrated by Sadhguru after an intense process of Prana Pratistha, lasting over three years, according to Isha Foundation
While Adiyogi draws the biggest crowd to Isha Yoga Centre, it is the Dhyanalinga, housed within an elliptical dome at the foot of the Velliangiri Mountains, which is its main feature. Sadhguru offered the 'meditation machine" to the world 26 years ago.
With its consecration anniversary on June 24, here are the 10 facts on what makes the Dhyanalinga a unique mystical possibility, according to the Isha Foundation.
Consecrated through Prana Pratishtha: The Dhyanalinga was consecrated by Sadhguru after an intense process of Prana Pratistha, lasting over three years. All seven chakras (energy centres in the human body) have been energised to their peaks in the Dhyanalinga, creating a magnificent energy form that allows even a casual visitor to experience deep states of silence and stillness without prior meditation training.
The dream of many enlightened beings: According to a legend, thousands of years ago, a yogi called Sunira had a glorious and impossible dream — to create a perfect being who could help in the evolution of human consciousness. His dream remained unfulfilled in his lifetime but as prophesied by himself, it was brought to life 15,000 years later at the foothills of the Velliangiri mountains, in the form of the Dhyanalinga – a perfect energetic being, a live guru, capable of self-sustaining its energies for over 5,000 years or more.
Largest mercury linga in the world: It is a one-of-its kind linga in the world. Its core is made of alchemically solidified mercury called rasalinga. At 13 feet 9 inches high, it is the tallest such linga in the world.
Nada aradhana: A daily offering of sound takes place inside the Dhyanalinga dome twice a day between 11:50 am and 12:10 pm and from 5:50-6:10 pm to enhance one's receptivity to the energies of the Dhyanalinga.
Pancha bhuta kriya: It is a powerful process offered on every Shivratri (14th day of every lunar month) to purify the five elements of earth, air, space, fire and water within the human system. It is particularly beneficial for those suffering from physical ailments or psychological imbalances.
Complete silence maintained at all times: To create a conducive atmosphere wherein meditation happens automatically with little to no effort, the lights within the Dhyanalinga are usually kept quite dim and it is mandatory to maintain silence at all times inside the sanctum sanctorum, with phones not being allowed inside. There are also 'meditation caves" (enclosures in the wall) where meditators can meditate undisturbed for longer periods.
Sarva dharma stambha: Just before devotees enter the Dhyanalinga temple, they go around a pillar inscribed with symbols of all major faiths of the world. This pillar, known as the Sarva Dharma Stambha stands as testament to the fact that the grace of Dhyanalinga is available to all who seek, beyond religious affiliation or barriers of caste and creed.
No rituals: The vibrant energies of the Dhyanalinga are complete and self-sustaining, requiring no rituals to maintain their sanctity. Small droplets of water are made to fall on the linga to maintain its wetness and enhance receptivity for seekers. Every Amavasya (new moon) and Purnima (full moon), one can personally making an offering of ksheera (milk) or jala (water) to Dhyanalinga. The physical basis of the Dhyanalinga — granite stone can dry up, so it needs periodic hydration. Milk and water, combined with the cleaning process known as Linga Snanam, ensure a long lifespan for the stone without any discolorings. So, in fact, Dhyanalinga does 'drink" the milk offered, as pure granite is porous and capable of absorbing liquids. And the milk gets boiled, filtered, and used in the preparation of food for children.
The Dhyanalinga dome: It is built of unique 1,008 brick shapes that form the elliptical structure of the dome. Its construction was done without any paid labour by willing devotees and has no steel, cement or nails in it. The structure of the dome is sustained by a unique physical phenomenon wherein the geometry of the placed bricks is such that they are all trying to fall down at once and failing to do so and are held firmly in place.
Linga seva: Devotees who have undergone Inner Engineering have the opportunity to offer themselves in seva to the Dhyanalinga. It is a 10-day seva with one day of silence and one day of orientation. Alternately, five days of seva at the Dhyanalinga premises without any period of orientation or silence is also offered for devotees to immerse themselves in the grace of Dhyanalinga.
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