Thousands throng to witness the unveiling of the 54-foot Mahashula at Sadhguru Sannidhi on Makara Sankrant

Thousands throng to witness the unveiling of the 54-foot Mahashula at Sadhguru Sannidhi on Makara Sankrant
Dr Anubha Jain is a Senior Journalist associated with Lokmat Times, Eenadu & All India Radio — handling diverse domains – politics, economics, business, science & technology – and specializes in tracking social and economic changes taking place in the country.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The journey through the winding roads of Chikkaballapur towards Nandi Hills, once known only for its serene natural beauty, now offers visitors an unexpected marvel. In the presence of thousands of people, Sadhguru unveiled the Mahashula, the 54-foot Trident of Shiva, at Sadhguru Sannidhi on Makara Sankranti in Bengaluru. The only one of its kind in the region, the majestic Mahashula represents the oneness of three seemingly separate aspects of Existence—creation, maintenance, and destruction. In the culture of Bharat, these forces have been personified as Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh, who are all aspects of the same source of creation. While emphasizing more Sadhguru said. “The creation of Mahashula also represents a significant step to offer tools and technologies for inner transformation to all. It’s to explore the depths of one’s being and embrace the boundless potential that lies within.”

Adding to the spiritual grandeur, a magnificent Trishul – consecrated by Sadhgru – has been sited at the entrance of the center near the 112-ft Adiyogi at Sadhguru Sannidhi. This immense installation, alongside a consecrated Nandi, promises to be a beacon of energy and inner transformation for Bengaluru and beyond.

Sadhguru explained about the mahashula and said, “The trishul is not a weapon. It is a symbolism to show you that though it appears to be three on the surface, everything is one deep down.” In the Yogic tradition, the Trishul also represents time as past, present, and future, as well as the three main nadis of the human energy system – the Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna. During the consecration of the Mahashula last January, Sadhguru explained, “We are consecrating the Trishula only for the central (the Sushumna). That’s why it’s called Mahashula because it is for one’s spiritual evolution only.”

On the occasion, Sadhguru said, “Makar Sankranti is Mother Earth’s first step towards springtime. It is a new beginning, a fresh life. Make sure it’s not just her; all of us who are earthlings also bounce back as fresh life. The burdens of the past put it down.  Clean up the grime that you might have gathered through the year. Make your mind like shining mirrors, where you see life just the way it is, not with the distortions of past experiences. Angst, resentment, love, hate, so many things might have happened. Let’s clean the slate and make yourself into a fresh life for a fresh possibility.”

Design and Construction

The Mahashula creates a powerful energy space conducive to meditation and inner exploration. Designed by Sadhguru and crafted with dedication and devotion by volunteers of the Isha Foundation, it is fabricated from metal. The interior frame constructed of stainless steel and the exterior frame of brass steel, weighs approximately 10 tonnes.

Mahashula represents profound symbolism and is a fantastic example of architectural brilliance. But it is also much more than that. It is a powerfully energized space. Just being in the space can support one in transcending limitations, and creating balance and equanimity.

A very unique feature of the Mahashula is that the abode that houses it is designed as a chariot with four stone wheels. Each of the stone wheels weighs about a ton. But they can be rolled in place! Those seeking to have a deeper experience of the Mahashula can choose to physically “roll” the wheels. Sadhguru explains that this contact is a process that can transform one’s body, mind, and energies.

Several Members of local Panchayats, representatives of local administrative bodies and local communities joined the general public to celebrate the harvest festival. Thousands of people gathered to make special offerings on the occasion at Sannidhi’s Yogeshwara Linga, Naga-the Sacred Serpent- Nandi and Mahashula. Isha Brhamacharies also performed the Pancha Bhuta Kriya, a process to cleanse the five elements, for the first time at Sadhguru Sannidhi in the presence of Sadhguru.

Consecration of the Mahashula

Mahashula was consecrated by Sadhguru on Makar Sankranti last year in 2024, but installed on the auspicious occasion of Janv. 14th, 2025 this year. It is pertinent to mention that Sadhguru also consecrated a 21-ft Nandi – one of the largest metal Nandis in the world in 2024. The consecration was through prana pratishtha, an ancient Yogic process. The “consecration part,” Sadhguru revealed, “has been a very intense process and has been on for the last 40 days, and it has turned out very well.” He further explained that consecrated lingas have been placed “into the central part of Mahashula.”

A spectacular 2-hour cultural offering from students of Sadhguru Gurukulam Samskriti was the highlight of the evening. Sadhguru Gurukulam Samskriti is an education system where children learn in the tradition of the Gurukulam, where they dedicate 12 years of their lives to the traditional arts such as classical music, dance, martial arts, Yoga and meditation. Visitors were also treated to Adiyogi Divya Darshanam and a display of native cattle breeds.

A jaatre (traditional village fair) at Sadhguru Sannidhi drew large numbers of attendees. Local farmers, artisans, and artists participated in the jaatre which included stalls for food, local weaves, fresh farm produce, and handicrafts. Traditional folk dance performances such as Dollu Kunitha were an added attraction at the jaatre.

Sadhguru Sannidhi was opened to the public in October 2022 with the consecration of the Naga or the Sacred Serpent. In January 2023, around the auspicious time of Makara Sankranti, Sadhguru consecrated the Yogeshwar Linga in the presence of Adiyogi. On Makara Sankranti 2023, the chief minister of Karnataka unveiled the iconic 112-ft face of Adiyogi. In addition to the Naga shrine, Adiyogi, and Yogeshawara Linga, Sadhguru Sannidhi will house a Linga Bhairavi Temple, Navagraha Shrines, and two Theerthakunds, or energized water bodies, at the larger energy space in Sadhguru Sannidhi Bengaluru. The Sadhguru Sannidhi is part of his vision to build spiritual infrastructure across the world that will offer one drop of spirituality to all of humanity.

 

Dr. Anubha Jain

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