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Guru Dham Bhakti Mandir: A Monument of Eternal Devotion


Jagadguru Kripalu Ji Maharaj - Spiritual
Bhakti Mandir

For the inauguration of Guru Dham Bhakti Mandir, the entire Kripalu Dham was decorated tastefully and elaborately. The sight of this white architectural marvel adorned with a large Kalash was breathtaking. Early in the morning, on the day of the opening of the temple doors, a surreal light show brought the whole place to life For those few minutes, everyone forgot that this was made from marble The whole temple appeared to be a living, breathing being


The awe-inspiring divinity of this marvellous memorial is to be experienced. It has three sections inside, each with a dome on top in the middle section Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj appears in his Paramahans pose. In the left section, he is seated on his Jagadguru throne as Jagadguruttam Swami Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj And in the right section he is seated along with his wife, Mother Padma.


On March 13, 2021, all fortunate attendees circumambulated the temple in a procession, each holding a Kalash containing sacred water on top of their heads. They then washed the temple with the holy water. On March 15, the three daughters of  Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj lit the ceremonial lamp and then opened the doors. Thereby, the devotees did their pranam of Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj with great reverence. Thousands of balloons were released into the sky with the message of sarvebhavantusukhunah" (may everyone be happy). 


Within the Guru Dham Bhakti Mandir the name Radhe' is engraved all along the trims near the ceiling. The importance, significance, and specialty of the name of Shri Radha lies at the heart of the divine teaching that Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj gifted to the world. The keertan scenes engraved on the outside walls of the temple serve as a reminder that in the Age of Kaliyug, the only remedy to overcome Mayic afflictions and to increase the love for God is to chant the divine names of Shri Radha Krishna singing the nectarine beauty of their form. pastimes, attributes, and abodes.


Two ornately engraved elephants, holding a lotus flower in their tasks, stand on either side of every entrance. The scene reminds us of an event from Puranas where Gajraj held up a lotus in his tusk as an offering unto the lotus feet of the Lord, while desperately crying out to God for help. These elephants seem to be giving the message that if you want to tread on the path of Bhakti then surrender yourself to the lotus feel of your Lord.


For aeons to come, Guru Dham, which resides within the boundaries of Kripalu Dham, will proclaim the message of devotion of God and devotion to Guru.


The sole credit for this phenomenal monument goes to the three daughters of Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj. They were the driving force behind this extraordinary construction. It is the first time in the history of Jagadgurus that the daughters have carried the torch of their father's philanthropic activities and have personified it in the shape of this Mandir. Not only have they transformed the place where Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaji's last rites were held into this beautiful temple, but their continued tireless efforts stand as a beacon of inspiration for those aspiring to attain Bhakti.


Guru Dham Bhakti Mandir stands as a magnificent testament to devotion and spiritual inspiration. The intricate design, adorned with divine symbols and engravings, breathes life into the spiritual teachings of Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj. The tireless efforts of his three daughters have transformed this sacred site into a beacon of divine love and devotion. As devotees walk through its sacred halls, they are enveloped in the essence of Guru Dham, feeling the profound presence of Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj and his divine message. For generations to come, Guru Dham Bhakti Mandir will continue to inspire and guide seekers on their path of Bhakti, celebrating the eternal bond between the Guru and the disciple.


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