Sadhguru Consecrates 21-Foot Nandi, 54-Foot Mahashula At Sadhguru Sannidhi- IN PICS

On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, Sadhguru consecrated the Mahashula- Shiva’s trident, and Nandi- the meditative bull, at Sadhguru Sannidhi in Chikkaballapur near Bengaluru.

Sadhguru Consecrates 21-Foot Nandi, 54-Foot Mahashula

Thousands of devotees gathered to witness the historic event that will enhance the already present iconic 112-foot Adiyogi. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Following the consecration, participants offered oil to Nandi before the place was opened for public darshan. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

The local communities from the surrounding area participated in large numbers, engaging in cultural performances and a colourful Sankranti Jathre. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

In addition, Kamsale, a traditional Karnataka art form performed by the devotees of God Madheshwara, was offered for the first time in front of Adiyogi. Tracing its origin to the mythological period, Kamsale is a brass-made musical instrument played in pairs, creating a rhythmic tune that mesmerises the audience. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

The visitors were also treated to a special laser show in addition to the daily Adiyogi Divya Darshanam, a video imaging show that is hugely popular among all age groups. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Talking about the significance of Nandi, Sadhguru said, “Symbolically, outside every Shiva temple, there is a Nandi. Nandi is a symbolism of eternal waiting, because waiting is considered the greatest virtue in Indian culture.” (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Speaking about the significance of Mahashula( Shiva’s trident), Sadhguru said, “To constantly indicate that though there are three on the surface, deep down everything is one.” (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Sadhguru also shared about the event on X, saying, “#Shivabharanam- a year after the consecration of Yogeshwara Linga, we are adorning him with the two consecrated instruments through which one can experience his Grace- #Nandi, his Constant companion, a symbol of joyful meditativeness and the #Mahashula to aid a single-minded seeker’s spiritual evolution. May Nandi & Mahasula serve as your access to the Divine. Blessings.” (Image Source: Isha Foundation)