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Revision as of 16:54, 20 January 2023
Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple is the Buddhist – Hindu Temple situated in Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru, India. Sleeping Buddha is the Main Deity of the Temple, which signifies Mahaparinibbana. The Sleeping Buddha statue is from Thailand and measures 6-foot in length.
History
Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple was started in 2007 by Master Dr. Sreedharan Sobhana, in Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru, India, focuses on People’s Buddhism; alleviating People’s Sufferings and finding a Buddha in oneself.
Features of the Temple
Sleeping Buddha is the main deity of the Temple, measuring 6-foot in length. Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple is the first temple in South India with the Sleeping Buddha statue as its main deity, signifying “Mahaparinibbana”.
“Mahaparinibbana” usually refers to the ultimate state of Nirvana (everlasting, highest peace and happiness) entered by an Awakened Being (Buddha) or "arhat" at the moment of physical death. It also represents the end of suffering, the Buddha during his last days, about to enter the Parinirvana (It implies a release from the Saṃsāra, karma and rebirth).
Front view of Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple
Indian para-athlete and Padma Shri Awardee Mr. K.Y. Venkatesh (left) meditating in Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple at 22 foot height.
Temple sign at the front
Master with Tibetan monks in Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple.
Bhutanese nursing students chanting in Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple along with Master
Master with Bhutanese Nursing students in Temple
Master Dr. Sobhana with Dr. Prahlada, Indian Missile Scientist and Padma Shri Awardee, during his visit to Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple.
There are two Yaksha statues at the entrance of the temple. Yakshas are guardians of the gates in Buddhist Temples. They are guardian warriors who keep away evil spirits.
Lord Brahma statue can be seen in the Temple. Coconut pooja is performed in the temple in front of Lord Brahma for devotees who seek for creativity and knowledge. In Buddhist tradition, it was the deity Brahma who appeared before the Lord Buddha and urged him to teach dharma to mankind, once the Buddha attained enlightenment.
The Bodhi Tree, which is of 22-foot height from ground level can be seen in the Temple, known as the tree of awakening. We can see Lord Ganesha’s face is formed on four sides of the tree. The appearance of Lord Ganesha faces on the Peepal tree of the temple have proved the significance and association of Lord Ganesha and Lord Buddha.
Devotees can make wishes by praying to the Almighty and dropping coins into the wishing well, which can be seen inside the temple. Devotees can see Shirdi Sai Baba’s statue in the Temple. He was an Indian Spiritual Master who has personally touched and enriched the lives of many in Godliest of ways. Lord Nakprok statue of 6-foot height, weighing approximately 350 kgs can be seen in the Temple. The statue is from Vietnam. Milk Abhishekam is performed to the Lord on every Full Moon Day. Lord Nakprok, the Buddha, seated in the meditation, is sheltered by or covered with a multi-headed Naga. The Naga, whose name is Mucalinda, usually has seven or nine heads and appeared to coil the base of the Buddha statue. Mango tree in the Temple has taken the shape of a trident, which signifies the power of Lord Shiva.
The Statue of Goddess of Mercy, Quanyin Goddess, who is associated with compassion can be seen in the Temple.
Lersi God head mask: Lord Buddha is said to have received teachings from Lersi Master. To get good concentration, if the devotee is very disturbed and to relieve the devotee from stress, Lersi God mask is laid on the devotee's head.
Monkey God mask head: When the Monkey God mask is laid on a devotee's head, the mind will be calmed. Children who are hyper will be calmed down after the mask is laid on their head.
Ganesha God mask head: To clear obstacles in one’s life, Ganesh God mask is laid on devotee’s head.
Lord Acala statue and painting is seen in the Temple. Lord Acala is the remover of obstacles and destroyer of evil.
Devotees can meditate in the temple at approximately 22-foot height from the ground level. Peepal tree in the temple is more than 22-foot high from the floor level. Devotees get a chance to meditate under the shelter of Peepal tree at 22-foot height and calm themselves. There is a Retreat room in the Temple, where spiritual retreats happen. Spiritual retreats allow time for reflection, prayer, or meditation. Way of deepening powers of concentration and insight. Retreat is a place where you pull back from the world. Devotees can use a Singing bowl to calm themselves, for deep relaxation. Sounds of Singing bowls and the gong eases emotional tensions. Prayers for the departed souls are the highest level of offerings. In Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple, special prayers are done by offering Joss papers to the departed souls and ancestors. Devotees who wish to make their offerings to departed souls, can perform the prayers in the Temple.
Activities
Buddhist chanting will be organized in the Temple. Nursing students from Bhutan were given the chance to chant in Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple, in their traditional attire. The chanting was done continuously for 2 hours. Buddhist Cultural Dance Activities, Sports Activities, Teaching Buddhist Songs for children, Free Health camps like Allopathy camp, Ayurveda camp, Body Detoxification camp, Iridology camp, Dental Health camp, Aromatherapy massages for special needs children, Free Meditation classes, Free Musical Instruments teaching for children were organized in the Temple. Many of these activities will be organized in the Temple yearly, on a regular basis.
Buddha Poornima (Vesak Day) at the Temple
Vesak day, also known as Buddha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima, and Buddha Day commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Lord Buddha. Vesak day has been celebrated every year since 2007, in Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple. Vesak day is celebrated to pay respect to the almighty. Prayers to Bodhisattvas, Masters and Devas, Buddhist chantings are performed in the Temple, followed by Free Buddhist Books donations, Free Food donations. Different events are organized every year in the Temple. Children from Orphanages are invited to join the celebrations.
Humanitarian Work
FREE BUDDHIST BOOKS DONATION:
Around 5000 Buddhist books are distributed to the people till date, on Buddha Poornima (Vesak Day) and during other events conducted by the Temple.
FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION (ANNADANAM):
Annadanam is organized in the Temple on every alternate Saturday. Every Buddha Poornima (Vesak Day), Annadanam will be organized in Sri Dharma Bodhi Temple.