
Mamaharishi Easwara Battar Gurudevar
The Mamaharishi Easwaraya Gurudevar Thabovanam, founded by Venugopal Swamigal, is a spiritual haven inspired by the life and teachings of Mamaharishi Easwara Battar. Born in Easwaramangalam, near Mangalore in Karnataka, Mamaharishi Easwara Battar was a generational priest in a Shiva temple. Orphaned at a young age, he continued the family tradition of temple service. However, his life took a divine turn when he received the blessings of Abirami Battar, leading to a profound spiritual awakening.
Following this divine realization, Mamaharishi Easwara Battar left the constraints of traditional priesthood and traveled extensively. Despite his lack of formal education, he possessed the ability to speak multiple languages, including Russian and German, a testament to his divine grace. His miraculous powers included surviving contact with live electrical wires unharmed and stopping buses with a simple gesture, showcasing his extraordinary spiritual energy.
Through his travels, Mamaharishi Easwara Battar shared his wisdom with many, including Venugopal Swamigal, to whom he imparted the secrets of creation, the purpose of life, and the journey toward enlightenment. These teachings formed the foundation of the Thabovanam at Punjai Puliyampatti, which Venugopal Swamigal established to honour his master’s legacy.
Today, the Thabovanam stands as a testament to the profound spiritual wisdom passed down from Mamaharishi Easwara Battar to Venugopal Swamigal. It continues to inspire seekers on their journey of self-realization and enlightenment. Tamilvel Swamigal, who was mentored by Venugopal Swamigal, established the Gnanaguru Thabovanam to extend these teachings to a wider audience, ensuring that the light of this divine lineage continues to shine brightly.

Mamaharishi Easwaraya Gurudevar
The spiritual journey of Mamaharishi Easwara Battar began in Easwaramangalam, near Mangalore in Karnataka, where he was born into a family of temple priests. Orphaned at a young age, he continued his family’s tradition of temple service until he received divine blessings from Abirami Battar, leading to his spiritual awakening.
A Life of Miracles and Divine Grace
This divine realization, Mamaharishi Easwara Battar left the constraints of traditional priesthood and traveled extensively. Despite his lack of formal education, he possessed the ability to speak multiple languages, including Russian and German, a testament to his divine grace. His miraculous powers included surviving contact with live electrical wires unharmed and stopping buses with a simple gesture, showcasing his extraordinary spiritual energy.
Through his travels, Mamaharishi Easwara Battar shared his wisdom with many, including Venugopal Swamigal, to whom he imparted the secrets of creation, the purpose of life, and the journey toward enlightenment. These teachings formed the foundation of the Thabovanam at Punjai Puliyampatti, which Venugopal Swamigal established to honour his master’s legacy.

Imparting Divine Wisdom
During his travels, Mamaharishi Easwara Battar shared his profound wisdom with many, including Venugopal Swamigal. He imparted insights on creation, life’s purpose, and the journey toward enlightenment. These teachings became the foundation for Venugopal Swamigal’s spiritual mission.

Establishing Divine Sanctuary
“A sanctuary is not just a place; it is a space where the soul finds its ultimate peace.”