In 1871, the Tunga Sringeri Acharyas visited Kanchipuram to have darshan of Shri Kamakshi Ambal and Shri Shankara Bhagavatpadacharya.
Following the divine orders of Shri Ilayathangudi Perivaa, the 65th Acharya of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha, who was also the Adheena Paramparai Dharmakarta of Sri Kamakshi Ambal Devasthanam, the visiting Swamis were warmly received by the officials.
Shri Narasimha Bharathi Swami and Shri Shivabhinava Narasimha Bharathi Swami, first worshipped Shri Adi Shankaracharya (Guru Swamigal ) and offered Swarna Rudraksha mala, Silk Shawl, Kashaya vastra and a danda. The Devasthanam officials also made necessary arrangements for their darshan of Shri Kamakshi Ambal and Shri Adi Shankaracharya (Guru Swamigal) on two days.
This incident highlights the mutual respect and cordial relationship even amidst the legal disputes initiated by the Tunga Sringeri matha and the Kanchi matha’s consistent victories in all cases filed against them since 1835 C.E. (2/2)
Shankarite Institutions across the country were established at various times. Each had its jurisdiction, its disciples and its sampradaya and being Parivrajakacharyas travel was common.
However a vyavastha or maryada was maintained by Institutions on travel routes, shishyarjanam, Agra Sambhavana, pada puja etc. Institutions abided by these rules and records of Kings orders respecting these vyavasthas and cordial relationship was maintained.
From early 19th century, numerous court cases and proceedings arose against the Kanchi Kamakoti matha with the Tunga Sringeri matha as the plaintiff.
In 1870, during the reign of Shri Sudarshana Mahadevendra Saraswati Swami ( Shri Ilayathangudi Perivaa), the 65th Acharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha, attempts were made to collect Agra Sambhavana and intervene in Achara vyavahara matters by the Tunga Matha in the North Arcot and Chithur region.
To address concerns arising from these unprecedented actions against the Kanchi matha, Shri Krishnaswamy Ayya, the Sabhanayaka of Channapatnam (Madras) wrote to the Tunga Sringeri Swami, requesting his Srimukham to adhere to the nibandhanas or traditional restrictions that had been in place in favor of Kanchi matha and maintain harmony in the region.
Shri Narasimha Bharathi Swami, the Tunga Sringeri Acharya also issued his Srimukham, clarifying that there was no intention to incite hostility against the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha. (1/2)
Q: According to Anandagiri Shankaravijaya, Guruvamsa Kavya of Tunga Sringeri matha, and Kerala Tradition, How many Mathas did Shri Shankara Bhagavatpada establish? A: FIVE
The Shivaganga Mutt’s brief history by B. Suryanarain Row is a rich compilation of the ancient history of Shivaganga kshrtra, Shri Adishankaracharya, the matha’s foundation & the lineage of Jagadguru Acharyas and traditional honours shown to this Sankarite institution by the Mysore Principality.
This 1914 publication not only explores the historical facets but also highlights the various privileges and special status enjoyed by the Shivaganga matha over the ages akin to the Sringeri matha founded by Sri Adishankara Bhagavatpada on the bank of Tungabhadra. The Mysore Government’s recognition, backed by precise legal and historical evidence, is meticulously examined by the author. This unique work dispels the misconception of considering the Shivaganga matha as a mere branch or shakha of the Tunga matha, providing clarity on its distinct identity and significance.
” ஸ்ரீஆதிசங்கரர் தமக்கெனக் காஞ்சியில் நிறுவிய “ஸ்ரீ காஞ்சி காமகோடி பீடம்” மிகத் தொன்மையாதாதலை 1916-இல் டி.ஏ.கோபிநாதராவ் பதிப்பித்த செப்பேடுகள் நிறுவும்…அம்பிகாபுரம் செப்பேடு ஸ்ரீமடத்தின் தொன்மையான செப்பேடாகும்.
இவ்வளவு தொன்மையான சான்றாதாரங்களை உடைய காஞ்சி மடமே குடந்தையுள் உறைந்தது என்பதையும் அவர்கள் ஆற்றிய சமய, சமுதாயப் பணிகளையும் சரஸ்வதி மகாலில் உள்ள மோடி என்னும் எழுத்து வகையால் எழுதப்பெற்ற பல நூறு மராட்டிய ஆவணங்கள் நிறுவுகின்றன…”
Why do contemporary historians ignore the tragic event of Pindari mercenaries destroying Kudali Sringeri Matha on December 17, 1790, and hide Tipu’s seizure of the four lakh compensation and fine money sent by the Mahratta Peshwa, to Kudali Sringeri Matha out of fear of excommunication for their wrongdoing?
Spiritual Jurisdiction and Official Recognition of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham: Chingleput Collector’s order (1839)
In the context of the Jagadguru Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Sankaracharya Swami’s spiritual jurisdiction over the Jambukeshwaram Devasthanam, the Trichinopoly Tahsildar referenced Chingleput Collector’s order no. 97/6 dated 25-2-1839.
This order specified procedures for the Kumbhabhishekam of Kanchipuram Sri Kamakshi Ambal Devasthanam, which was then under Government management following the relocation of the Kanchi Srimatha to Kumbhakonam.
In 1839, on the basis of the views and requests expressed by the general public, while reporting the Kanchipuram temple’s consecration necessity to the Chingleput Collector, the Kanchipuram Tahsildar prompted the Board of Revenue to release the required funds for carrying out the necessary renovation.
Recognizing the historical ties of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha with the Kanchi Devasthanam throughout the ages, the Chingleput District Collector immediately ordered the observance of proper formalities in a fitting manner to invite and receive the Kanchi Jagadguru (Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswati Sankaracharya Swamigal, the 64th Acharya of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha) for renovating the temple, overseeing of the rituals, and conducting the consecration and immediate release of surplus funds of the Devasthanam from the District Board of Revenue for this purpose. (2/3)
Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha: Tracing Its Spiritual Jurisdiction in Kanchipuram and Jambukeshwaram Through Government Documents from the British Period (Part-2)
Spiritual Jurisdiction and Official Recognition of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham: Chingleput Collector’s order (1839)
In the context of the Jagadguru Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Sankaracharya Swami’s spiritual jurisdiction over the Jambukeshwaram Devasthanam, the Trichinopoly Tahsildar referenced Chingleput Collector’s order no. 97/6 dated 25-2-1839.
This order specified procedures for the Kumbhabhishekam of Kanchipuram Sri Kamakshi Ambal Devasthanam, which was then under Government management following the relocation of the Kanchi Srimatha to Kumbhakonam.
In 1839, on the basis of the views and requests expressed by the general public, while reporting the Kanchipuram temple’s consecration necessity to the Chingleput Collector, the Kanchipuram Tahsildar prompted the Board of Revenue to release the required funds for carrying out the necessary renovation.
Recognizing the historical ties of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha with the Kanchi Devasthanam throughout the ages, the Chingleput District Collector immediately ordered the observance of proper formalities in a fitting manner to invite and receive the Kanchi Jagadguru (Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswati Sankaracharya Swamigal, the 64th Acharya of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha) for renovating the temple, overseeing of the rituals, and conducting the consecration and immediate release of surplus funds of the Devasthanam from the District Board of Revenue for this purpose. (2/3)
Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha: Tracing Its Spiritual Jurisdiction in Kanchipuram and Jambukeshwaram Through Government Documents from the British Period : Part-1
Introduction
The Spiritual legacy of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha established by Sri Shankara Bhagavatpadacharya in the Mokshapuri of Kanchipuram, a revered religious institution with deep historical roots, unfolds through a meticulous examination of the Government documents from the British period. This exploration primarily relies on the Report of the Tahsildar & Second Class Magistrate, Trichinopoly, dated 08.03.1908 (No. R.C.4686 of 1907) shedding light on the spiritual jurisdiction of the Jagadguru Shankarachaarya of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha in two of the Pancha-Bhuta kshetras of Southern India, Kanchipuram and Jambukeshwaram.
Srimatha’s Governance over Kanchipuram & Jambukeswaram Devasthanams : Overview of the Report from Tahsildar & Second class Magistrate (P.Dis. 516/1908)
This report was submitted to the Revenue Divisional Officer and Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Tiruchirapalli by the Tahsildar & Second Class Magistrate, shortly after the Kumbhabhishekam of Sri Jambukeshwara Swamy Devasthanam in Tiruvanaikovil, documented under P.Dis. 516/08 on 31.12.1908.
Valuable information elucidating the historical importance of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetha, outlining its rights, honours, and official recognition in the sacred towns of Kanchipuram and Jambukeshwaram are found in this vintage document. (1/3)
