Srisailam Mallikarjuna swamy Jyotirlinga Temple
Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Temple or Srisailam Temple

World's Mother and Father, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi with all the powers vested in them start their journey towards, Earth's Kailasa, the world's centre, home to Vedas, Upasanakendra, their new called home, Srisaila Kshetram. The only Lord Shiva's Dhaamam that's going to remain before and after the Universe is Srisaila Kshetram.

Srisaileshwaralingatulyamamalam Lingam Na Bhumandale Bhrahmandapralayepi Tasyavilayaa Naasthiti Vedoktayaaha Tasmaath Tadbhajanena Muktirakhilteihi Praapya Na Sa Durlabha Tatutpujha Niratyasya Durlabhatamam Kimvaa Jagasmandale (Shivarahasyam) There is no Lingam in this world like the one in Srisailam. Vedas, Rishis and Siddhis also support the fact that there is no shrine like that of Srisailam. So all shall attain Mukthi if they worship Mallikarjuna Swamy. There is nothing unattainable if one worships Mallikarjuna Swamy. The temple's glory is well described in ancient scripts, Ramayana, Puranas, etc. Kumara, Agastya, Vashishta, Lopamudra, Vyasa Maharshi, Garga Maharshi, Durvasoma Maharshi, Manmadhudu, Shankaracharyulu, and many such rishis, siddhis and gurus; Kings like Sri Rama, the Pandavas, Asura icons like Ravana and Hiranyakashyap, Many acharyas like the leader of Mantralaya-Raghavendra Swamy, Hema Reddy Mallamma, Basaveshwarudu, Siddharamappa, Chakrapani Ranganatha, The leader of Kanchikamakoti Peetam-Chandrashekhara, many such great people have visited Srisailam. Even to this day, many Siddhis from the Himalayas come down to the hills of Srisailam.

"Seve ShrigiriMallikarjuna Shivaa Lingitham"(Shivaanandalahari) "Dhruvam Jyotirlingam Dviteeyam Cha Proktam Mallika Sangnyakam"(Shiva Puranam) "Srisailasamam Kshetram Naasti Naastiti Mei Mathihi" "Srisaila shikharamDrushta Punarjanma Na Vidhyate(Srisaila Khandam) "Kaashyaam Tu Maranaasmukthihi Smaranaadarunachale Darshanadeva Srisaile Purarjanmnya Na Vidyathe"(Skanda Puranam"...

These lines tell the significance of Srisailam and Shiva's Vibhuti. Mallikarjuna Swamy who resides in Srisailam has been mentioned in many Puranas.

1.Maharshi Siladha performed severe Tapasya for thousands of years after which Maha Deva granted his vision and Silada’s wish in the form of Nandi. With the wisdom taught by his father, Nandi became the vehicle of Lord Shiva. Upon the request of Parvathi Devi, Shiva along with all his powers started his journey towards Earth's Kailasa, Srisailam to bless his devotees just how he blessed Siladha and Nandi.

2.Parvateshwar, Lord Shiva granted a devotee, Vasumathi Shritvam after she did a Tapasya. The Lord has once again proved to be a blesser for those who worship him.

3.Lord Shiva entered Arjuna Tree, which was encircled by Jasmine creeper to be known as Mallikarjuna Swamy. In the form of Jyotirlinga, he resides in Srisailam for his devotees. In Srisaila Khandam Asthi Me Niyathaavaasaha Kailasa Ithi Sarvadha Bhuvi Shriparvathatho Naama Saha Sarvasurottamai O Parvathi, everyone knows that I only stay in Kailasa. But, on Earth, the only place that gives me happiness is Sri hill.

Atra Me Hrudayam Devi Yadha Prithimapagatham Na Thadha Ramathe Tatra Kailase Kaamadayani. Devi! My heart is filled with joy in Srisailam the same way it flutters in joy at Kailasa.

Asmadevi Gunashreshtyam Shrigirou Kaamadayani Kailasadhapi Bho! Devi! Nivasassokhado Mama. Truth to be told, I find more joy at Srisailam than at Kailasa.

4.After few Yugas, a devotee called Chandravathi offered Seva to the lord after which the god accepted a flower called Mallika, since then to be called Mallikarjuna. Yadhaahaam Mallikaamaalaam Maardhi Veshtathavaas Madhaa Mallikarjunasangyabhooth Tadaapbruthi Me Priye. I'm called Mallikarjuna as I accepted to wrap my head with the garland of Mallika

Chandrimeeva Kalaam Divyam Amlanam Mallikasrajam Shirasyakalayam Yasmaath Thadaham Mallikarjunaha This garland shall never wither under these rays of the moon and I shall stay here in Srisailam in the form of Mallikarjuna

Achadaryamaham Devi! Yadhaasam Mallikarjunaha Mullokei Saha Svayam Thishtheth Kalpakotishatatrayam Just how I appear in my truest form in Shivaloka, I shall appear as Mallikarjuna in Srisailam as long as the sun and moon exist.

Shrigirou Pujayaan Lingam Divyam ShriMallikarjunam Sadayaam Bhramaraambhaam Cha Kruthaardasyath Na Samshayaha In Srisaila khandam the god himself says that If one worships the Lingam at Srisailam, they shall earn the blessings of Bhramarambhika Devi along with Mallikarjuna Swamy

5.The Arjuna tree entwined with jasmine creeper is Mallikarjuna. Arjuna means white/fair. Hence the god is the fair one. Lord Shiva is also known as Indra along with Arjuna. "Namaha Sahasraakshaya Vidhushe". "Agnishchama Indracchame, Somacchama Indrashchame" Since the god handed over the administration to Lord Indra, hence he was known to as Indra. Lord Indra named his son after Lord Shiva's name, Arjuna(one of the Pandavas). Upon Vyasa's saying, the Pandavas visited Srisailam and established five Lingams under their own names.

6.As white as a jasmine flower hence called as Mallikarjuna. "Gokshira Sadrushaakaraha Arjuna" as described in Skanda Purana. The god shines as white as cows milk. Lord shive is above all three Gunas. That's why we humans can not know of the truest of lord Shiva. This is why Lord Shiva has resided in the form of Mallikarjuna in Srisailam to be a blesser and be available to devotees in his truest form that humans can perceive.

7.Lord Shiva if adorned an avatar always shines very fair. Since he appears with a garland of Jasmines, he is Mallikarjuna or because he appeared as an Arjuna tree entwined with Jasmine creeper he is Mallikarjuna Swamy. It is also clear that Goddess Parvathi stays beside the lord at Srisailam.

8.Even before Goddess Parvathi decided to reside as Bhramarambika Devi in Srisailam, Parvathi Devi did Tapasya in Umamaheshwari and appeared as Ardhanarishwari. Hence the temple of Ardhanarishwari and Umamaheshwari. This is why Srisailasankalpam say that "Ardhanarishwari Bhramara Parameshwari Mukhyashatakoti Mahashakthisthaanaanaam"

9.Guru Shankaracharya with years of Tapasya at Srisailam has penned Sivaananda Lahari Yogatharavali Lakshminrusimhakaraavalambasthrotra. With Tapasya to please Bhramarambika Devi, he offered his Kavividya and established Srichakra at Srisailam. This is why Sri Chakra is Srisailam, Srisailam is Sri Chakra.

10.The lord himself describes the outcomes of worshipping at Srisailam to Goddess Parvathi in Srisaila Khandam... Shrinu Devi! Mahaaguhyaam Kadyamaanam Visheshataha Shriparvathe Suvigneyam Theertham Paramadurlabham O Parvathi! These Sri hills have many secrets. The opportunity to worship at Srisailam is a fortunate one. With many blessings from wise rishis and muni's, these hills can eliminate humans from all sins.

Punyastanam Mahadevi! Devanamapi Dhurlabham Udhyanavanashobhaadyam Gamirkharam Sarvathomukham O Mahadevi! This place is fortunate for the gods too. Srisailam is filled with such glory.

Shriparvatho Shruthigneyaha Prathinaamushtakaamadhuk Sarveshwaraha Svayan Naamna Vikhyaatho Mallikarjunaha I'm the one understood through Vedas and served by many, and I shall reside as Sri Mallikarjuna at Srisailam.

Mallikarjunadevesham Satvaa Bhaktipurassaram Archayatvaa Vishuddhatmaa Yadhavidhi Samahithaha Dhurperdhidiptheshcha Naiverdhyargasthapushpakshathadibihi Pranamya Praardayatya Cha Dhrushtyaa Spastyaacha Bhakthimaan Dyaatvaa Cha Hrudaye Divyajyotirmayam Adhishwaram Krutikrutyo Bhavesmaryaha Shivalokam Cha Vinaddhathi If I am as Mallikarjuna, worshipped through Strotras, offered Archanas, Offered prayers with diyas and flowers, even if recalled through prayers, such humans shall earn the blessings to be a part of Shivalokam.

Dharmanath Devadevasya Muchyathe Sarvapaathaktheihi Pujithe Kim Vaadhishe Srisaile Mallikharjune. Listen as I Detail the Outcomes of Worshipping me as Mallikarjuna at Srisailam.

Yaani Kani Cha Papani Bhramhahatyaanimani Cha Taani Taani Pranashyanthi Pranithe Mallikharjune. All sins as grave as killing a Brahmin can be destroyed when one worships Mallikarjuna Swamy at Srisailam.

Kotijanmakrutham Paapam Bhasmibhavathi Thatth Kshanaath Sakrudhabhyarchithe Deve, Sthuthe cha Shrigirishware. All sins worth a crore lives are destroyed if one worships Mallikarjuna Swamy.

Kurubhumou Lakshadhaanaath Gangasnaanath Dvalakshakaath Hemakute Samaavaasaath Revaayaam Tapasaa Thadha Kaashyaam Lakshabdhavasaaccha Yaathphalam Labhate Naraha Tathphalam Labhate Samyuk Pujithe Mallikharjune. Outcomes earned by lakh charities at Kurukshetra, 2 lakh baths in Ganga, residing in Hemakutam, Tapasya in Revatiram, residing for lakh years in Kaashi can be earned if one worships Mallikarjuna Swamy in Srisailam.

Sarvakruthughu Yatpunyam Sarvatheertheshu Yathphalam Sakruddharshanamatreni Thatthatsyath Mallikharjune Outcomes earned through completing all holy tasks and visiting all holy places can be earned if one worships Mallikarjuna Swamy in Srisailam.

Yathphalam Sakaleirdhaneiryathphalam Sakaltheihi Vratthaeihi Sakrutsardhanarasvanadeva Tathphalam Labhathe Naraha Outcomes earned numerous charities and many penances can be earned if one worships Mallikarjuna Swamy in Srisailam.

Sadhaa Sannihithashamukhaha Srisaile Mallikarjunaha Tasminadrushte Tate Ligje Jeevanmuktho Bhavenmaraha I shall always reside as Mallikarjuna in the Jyotirlinga, the Srisailam. One who worships the lingam here shall attain Mukti.

Kaashyaam Yugasahasraani Kedaare Yugavimshathim Vasan Yallabhathe Punyam Dhinetnekena Shrigirou If one resides at Srisailam for one day, they shall earn good karma earned through living in Kaashi for 1000 eras, in Kedarnath for 2000 eras.

Siddhashcha Sadhakaasthatra Taapasaaha Siddhikaajshinaha Vasatni Vividhaha Nityam Veetaraagaha Vicheekshanaaha Preachers and Siddhis who reside here are freed from anger and hate & are bestowed divine knowledge.

Shive! Shivapurei Dvye Sthanei ShriMallikarjunam Jyotirmayam Sakruth Pashyaan Siddha Eva Bhaveth Svayam. O Bhavani who stays in Shivapuram! If one worships the holy Mallikarjuna at Stisailam I myself shall bestow Siddhi to such devotee.

Sarvadha Sarvavaradham Sarve Bhrahmadhayassuraaha Shrigireihi Shikharaavaasam Shaastham ShriMallikarjunam. Atop the hills of Srisailam, I as Mallikarjunaswamy shall reside as the god that gifts peace and as the beginner of everything.

Tasmaath Sarvatmaana Muthyeyhi Shreyasiddham Ya Icchathi Pujayeth Parvathinaadam Srisaile Mallikarjunam. So humans who want to be achievers, who want their sins to be destroyed and earn good karma should worship me as Mallikarjuna Swamy at Srisailam.

Srisailopari Mallikarjunavibham Veishchyakarakshotsukam Vishyagyispuradhutsavam Pranamataam Ishtaardhadhaanotsmukam Yaha Pashchyeth Paratatvamavyayavajam Murtham Cha Shreyaskaram Lokaanaam Akalajvitena Manasaa Dhanyassa Evaavanou. To be a protector of this world I chose to reside at Srisailam as Mallikhrajuna. I shall always grant the wishes of devotees who understand this significance and worship me. Those who worship me here will please me if they worship me in all forms. All such devotees shall always have my blessings.

Ethatparvathi Parvathopari Mahatejasthamam Devetham Moulyalaalithachasmamajwalagunam Geyam Tayavistharthe Gnyeyam Nirmalithaatmabhihi Kadhamapi Praapthodayam Maamakam SaamubsrigiriMallikarjuna Ithi Prakhyaathmaktham Mayaa. O Parvathi who resides atop Sri hills! You have adorned the glorious avatar. The Vedas have originated to describe your glory that shines like the moonlight. I have understood your glory in entirety and hence I'm also known as Saambha Sri Mallikarjuna. (As told in Srisaila Khandam)

11.With such importance, as a temple to Hiranyakashyap, as a favourite shrine of Raavana, as worshipped by Nandi and Sri Rama, as an abode to all Vedas, as the centre of this world, as the powerhouse of all gods, the Srisailam where it is known to be "Shiva is Srisailam, Srisailam is Shiva", the lord Shiva resides as Sri Parvateshwar, Sri Girishwar, Sri Nageshwar, Sri Mallikarjuna. So devotees are requested to abide by the devasthanam regulations to worship and earn the complete blessings of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy at Srisailam.

Sarvam Bhramaraambika Sametha Mallikarjuna Charanaravindarpanamastu

Mythology and History of Srisailam Mallikarjuna swamy Temple

Lord Shiva and Parvati decided to get Lord Ganesha and Lord Karthikeya married. To decide who would be married sooner, they organized a competition. The first person to circulate the earth thrice was to be married earlier than the other.

Lord Kartikeya mounted his peacock and set off to circulate the earth. Meanwhile, Lord Ganesha folded his hands and came around his parents thrice. On asking the reason, he said his parents represent the earth, and they are his world. Satisfied with the explanation, Lord Ganesha was declared the winner.

On his return, Lord Kartikeya was infuriated when he learned he had lost the competition. In anger, he departed towards Kraunch mountain or the current Srisailam mountains. Despite their best efforts, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathy could not stop him from leaving. In efforts to make peace with him, Lord Shiva in Jyothrilanga form and Goddess Parvati as Brahmaramba settled in Srisailam. Temples to worship both were built later on.

Another lore of Chandravathi, Chandragupta Patana’s daughter, surrounds the temple’s origins. Fearing her father’s advances, she fled the kingdom with her servants and cattle. She ascended to the mountaintops of Sirsailam after crossing the Krishna river. She noticed that one of her cows would stand over a rock mound daily and dribble milk over it. The princess had a dream in which the rock revealed itself as a Linga of Lord Shiva.

So, she plowed the earth and discovered a dazzling Linga. She decorated the Linga with Jasmine (Mallika) flowers daily to offer her prayers to the omnipotent. Lores say that is how Lord Rudra got his name, Mallikarjuna.

Legends / Miracles Of Srisailam Mallikarjuna swamy Temple / Pavada of Srisailam Mallkarjuna swamy temple

Legend of Mallikarjuna Temple Mallikarjuna Temple which shines like a jewel on the Nallamalai range of the Eastern Ghats, is known by different names like Srigiri, Srimala, Srinagara and Rishabagiri. Rishaba or Nandi Deva did penance on this hill and obtained the darshan of Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati. Hence the name Rishabagiri.

Long ago, Princess Chandravathi of the Chandra Gupta dynasty faced a domestic calamity and decided to forsake royal comforts. She went to the Srisailam forests and was living on fruits and cow's milk. One day, she noticed that one of the cows around was not yielding milk. Later she learned through her herdsman that the cow was going to a secluded spot and showering milk on a Linga amid mallige (jasmine) creepers. The next day she herself went to that spot and witnessed the miracle. The same night Lord Shiva appeared in her dream and asked her to build a temple at this spot. Since the Linga was entangled in mallige creepers, the deity was named Mallikarjuna.

According to anther legend, Lord Shiva once came to the Srisailam forest for hunting. There He met a beautiful girl of the Chenchu tribe, fell in love with her and decided to stay with her in the forest. The girl was none other than Parvati Herself. In the temple, there is a bass relief depicting this story. It is significant to note that even today, people of the local Chenchu tribe are allowed into the sanctum. On the night of Maha Shivaratri, they are permitted to perform abhisheka and puja to the deity. Another interesting feature is that devotees irrespective of caste, creed or sex can go into the sanctum and perform abhisheka and puja.

Architecture Of Srisailam Mallikarjun Swamy Temple - Shiva Jyotirlinga Temples In India - Architecture of Srisailam temple

Architecture of Srisailam Mallikarjun swamy Temple The architecture of the ancient Mallikarjun Temple is very beautiful architecture and intricate. The temple has fort like walls, towers and a rich endowment of sculptural work. The huge temple is built and constrcuted in the Dravidian style with lofty towers and sprawling courtyards and is considered to be one of the finest specimens of Vijayanagar architecture. Temple of Tripurantakam, Siddavatam, Alampura and Umamaheswaram located in the vicinity of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Jyotirlinga are considered to be the four gateways to SriSailam.

What are the benefits of visiting Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple?

Here Lord Shiva is known as Mallikarjuna and his consort, Ma Parvati is known as Ma Brahmarambika. It is believed, that those who visit the holy Srisailam at least once in their life time would be relieved from their sins, and they would prosper in their lives.

Can we touch lingam in Srisailam Mallkarjuna temple?

You are hardly stay near the Linga for more than 10 seconds. You see, you touch and they will drag you out without any second thought. Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga Darshan Entry gate ! But people believe in touching this Jyotirlinga is one form of atonement or penance for the mistakes of their life.

What is the Speciality of Mallikarjuna Temple?

It is significant to the Hindu sects of both Shaivism and Shaktism as this temple is referred to as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Shiva and as one of the eighteen Shakti Peethas, centres of the Hindu Goddess.

What is the story behind Mallikarjuna?

It is believed that Lord Shiva appeared as Arjuna on Amavasya (No moon day) and Goddess Parvati as Mallika on Poornima (full moon day), and hence the name Mallikarjuna. The temple is a work of architecture with its tall towers and beautiful carvings. It is also enclosed within tall walls that fortify it.

Which day is good to visit Srisailam?

October to February offers the best climate for tourist activities and pilgrimage. The season is good to visit Srisailam Sanctuary, the Phaladhara Panchadhara, the Srisailam Dam View Point etc. The temperature remains pleasant between 15°C and 32°C, making it an excellent time to go sightseeing.

Why is it called Srisailam?

And as promised, after Parvatha had become a mountain, Lord Shiva lived upon him as Sri Parvatha Swamy and since then this place is known as Srisailam.

How many hours is Srisailam Darshan?

How many hours is Srisailam Darshan? Timings of Sikhareswara Swami Temple, Srisailam Sikhareswara Temple Timings are from 6 AM to 2 PM. It is then closed in afternoon and again opens for darshan in evening from 5 PM to 8.30 PM. The temple is open on all days of the week.

Is it safe to go Srisailam now?

It is certainly safe as a single female traveller. You can make over night stay at Haritha Resort. (you can pre-book for that) and come back next day.

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