Hariprasad Nandalike
Daijiworld Media Network - Kaup (SP)
Kaup, Jul 16: "May the temple dedicated to Lord Siddhivinayaka, who happens to be a great guide of the universe, who inspired Gabriel in the interests of the region and settled down in Shirva grow into a temple that emerges as a model for the entire world," wished senior seer of Udupi Palimar Math, Sri Vidyadheesha Theertha Swamiji.
He was delivering the benedictory address at the consecration programme of Lord Siddhivinayaka temple which has been built by former entrepreneur and ardent devotee of Lord Siddhivinayaka, Gabriel Nazareth, in his own land at Shirva, on Thursday July 15.
Gabriel Nazareth
"Lord Vinayaka has firmly settled down in this land in the form of a stone idol. Let him drive away the problems faced by the world, and create an environment in which people are able to lead a healthy life as long as the sun and moon exist. Gabriel's gesture in building this temple is highly appreciable," he said.
Junior Swamiji of the Mutt, Sri Vidyarajeshwara Theertha Swamiji, was present. Astrologer from Kannarpady Vidwan Sandeep Upadhyaya led Gabriel Nazareth and temple construction in-charge, Nagesh Hegde, in welcoming the Swamiji and offering puja to his feet. Palimaru Math’s renowned Vedic scholar, Girish Upadhyaya, Padubelle Parashuram Bhat and devotees were present.
The temple was planned to be dedicated during the early days of May this year but the plan was postponed because of lockdown. The programme connected with the inauguration are being held from July 14 to 16 duly following Covid norms in a simple way. On Wednesday evening, religious customs like Bimbadhivasa and Vastu Aghora Homa were conducted. On Thursday morning, Tatwa Homa, Shakti Yaga, Peethika Yaga, Bimba Prathishte, night Bhadramandala Puoja etc were held as part of the consecration process. The religious procedures were guided by Kannarpady Sandeep Upadhyaya. On Friday morning, religious programmes, Gana Homa and Brahmakalashotsava are being performed with Maha Ranjapuja at night.