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Kadri temple being
one of the ancient historical temple dating back about 1068
A.D. is very interesting place. The scenic beauty of the
Kadri hills, the presence of the pre-historic caves cut
into the laterite mounds and the historical and religious
importance of the Manjunatha temple lend particular enchantment
to this centre. On the Kadri Hill is situated the biggest
centre of the Natha Pantha (cult) in South India. The caves
of Kadri hill have to be archeologically examined.
The Manjunatha temple, Kadri
belongs to the Vijayanagara style of structure. From its
present form, it may be inferred that during the 15th or
16th century A.D., it must have been given a solid structure.
Derivation
of the name Kadri:
There is considerable surmise on the name Kadri. It is derived
from Kadari, meaning plantain and that Kadri was known to
have been overgrown with plantain trees. But this could
only be a too commonplace meaning. According to the Buddhist
enumerator Kadarika means a hillside pastures land.
The earliest reference to
this place is in the epigraph dated A.D.968 engraved on
the pedestal of the famous Lokeshwara image. In it is mentioned
that King Kundavarma of the Alupa Dynasty installed the
image in Kadarika Vihara. From this we can know that Kadarika
is the earliest form of this place name. Vihara is the name
given in Buddhlet settlement while Buddhism flourished here
during 10th century A.D.
History:
Earlier to 10th century A.D. Kadri was an important centre
of Buddhism. Documents supporting the fact are available
in and around Kadri. During 10th century A.D. Buddhism began
to loose its grip and new belief viz. Natha Pantha (cult)
rooted in Kadri. Natha Pantha is a modified religious practice,
which is, came from Vajrayana religious practice of Mahayana
branch of Buddhism. In course of time it shined with Shiva
beliefs. Local people as Jogis called them. And their monastery
is called as Jogimutt.
Buddhist monks who came from
northern India made Kadri as their place of Vihara and settled
here. In those days it was called as Kadarika Vihara. Subsequently,
followers of Natha pantha were also came and settled here.
The epigraph of 968 A.D. mentions Mangalore as "Mangalapura"
and Kadri as "Kadarika Vihara". In stone epigraph belongs
to 12-13th century A.D. available in temple's kitchen which
is in Kannada and Malayalam script it is clearly mentioned
that the then King with local landlords and other important
people of the area contributed a land for construction of
the temple. Since earlier portions of epigraph are damaged,
the name of the King is unknown. As per the documents available
the Alupa Queen Balli Mahadevi (1277-1288) called herself
as a devotee of Lord Manjunatha.
The temple was built in 12th
century according to Hindu Agama Shastra (architecture rule).
In 14-15th century A.D. it was reconstructed with granite
stone. The idol of Lord Manjunatha is made of Pancha Loha
(mixed metal of five elements). The Jogis of Jogimutt are
still residing on the Kadri Hill. As Lord Manjunatha is
a form of Lord Shiva, they ardently worship him. The surroundings
of the Jogimutt depict its ancient importance. There are
caves around the Jogimutt, which are called as Pandava caves.
But one can assume Jogis often used these caves for meditation
and penance. There are small temples of Boothanatha, Matsyendranath,
Gorakanatha and many other Natha protagonists surrounded
by existing Jogimutt. Reserving its peacefulness and mystery
the Jogimutt still arise feeling of holiness within a visitor.
Further research and study on all aspect from archeological
department may spotlight the hidden facts about the temple
and surrounding monuments.
Mythology:
Kadri has its own story from Puranas (Hindu Mythology) regarding
its sanctity and abode of Lord Manjunatha. This story is
in Sanskrit and available in "Bharadwaja Samhita". In ancient
days Kadarika was a part of Siddhashrama were many sages,
saints were often practicing meditation and penance. There
was no fear of sin or wrong deed. Once a discussion regarding
Lord Manjunatha's sanctity and greatness were held between
two great sages viz. sage Brigu and sage Kapila. Sage Bharadwaja
heard this discussion and told the same to one of his follower
viz. Sumanthu. Hence this called as Bharadwaja Samhita.
The story is as follows:
Lord Parashurama who is an
incarnation of Lord Vishnu destroyed egoistic Kshatriya
kings and donated the confiscated land to sage Kashyapa.
Thinking of that taking a shelter in donated land is not
virtue, Parashurama made rigorous penance and meditation
of Lord Shiva on Sahyadri Mountain region seeking a new
land for his shelter. Lord appeared before him and told
that he will incarnate as Manjunatha for a good of mankind
and suggested to meditate upon him at Kadalivana (today's
Kadri). Parashurama gazed at Kadalivana, which was ten-yojana
distance from Sahyadri Mountain and also was occupied by
ocean.
He asked Ocean King to leave
that Kadalivana for him. But Ocean King did not granted
his wish. Becoming angry upon this act of Ocean King, Parashurama
took his axe (weapon) and roared upon Ocean King. Frightened
King left behind by giving land and Parashurama got his
shelter. As per the order of Lord Shiva Parashurama visited
the new land and found there a Kadalivana (plantain field)
and one Rasakoopa (well). In that Rasakoopa Lord Shiva appeared
before Parashurama and ordered to construct a temple there
with a help of Vishwakarma (a divine sculptor). Accordingly
Vishwakarma constructed a temple and town. In course of
time various scholars, sages, saints, philosophers came
here and took shelter.
Later Goddess Parvathi, wife
of Lord Shiva decided to settle here. As per the Order of
Lord Shiva, Saptakoti Mantras (seven crore holy enchants)
settled here as Sapta Teerthas (seven ponds).
Navanathas:
After incarnating as Manjunatha, Lord Shiva decided to incarnate
as Navanathas in order to fulfill the wishes of his devotees.
He himself incarnated as first Adinath of Natha cult. From
his Yogic power he obtained Matsyendranath as his first
son. Lord Shiva also playfully incarnated as Kandalanath,
Chowranginatha, Gorakshanatha, Ravalanatha, Ananganatha,
Jalandharanatha, Bhujaganatha and Arunachalanatha. Later
Lord Shiva erected new Pantha (cult) called Natha Pantha
(cult).
This is a concise form of
Mythological story in Baradhwaja Samhita. But while comparing
history with mythology we find that Natha Pantha came into
existence after Buddhism.
Temple
Circumstances:
Generally ponds and lagoons exist below the level of temple.
But in Kadri we find that seven ponds exist around 20 feet
above ground level of the temple. Above in front of the
temple, attached to hillside there exists one Lord Ganapathi
Shrine. From Cow's mouth (cavern) like form just below the
feet of Lord Ganapathi an incessant crystal like water stream
flows to the small pond below. This is called Gomukha Bhageerati
Teertha (holy water). Till date no one could solve the mystery
of finding out the source of this flow. Devotees have strong
belief that this holy water is none other than a stream
of Holy Ganga River flows from Kashi Kshetra (Varanasi)
of North India. The main sanctum of Kadri is different from
those shrines of districts. The square shaped sanctum surrounded
by three feet wide inner circle pathway and two rooms in
front side. North side of Teerthamantapa, there exists a
ten feet height pole at the top of which erected an idol
in meditating gesture. This pole is considered as relic
of Buddhism period. Describing all about the temple briefly
will not serve the purpose. Visiting here once will help
in understanding Kadris sanctity.
How to
reach temple:
Situated just 4 km distance from the heart of the Mangalore
City, a convenient public transport facility is available
to reach temple. There are frequent bus facility and auto
rickshaws at reasonable fare available. For new visitors
these auto rickshaws (three wheeler motor vehicles) are
convenient mean of transport.
Postal Correspondence
Address of the temple:
Kadri Shri Manjunatha Temple,
Kadri,
Mangalore - 575 002.
Phone: 91-824-214176 (office)
Seva
List
At
the abode of Lord Shri Manjunatha:
1. Rudrabhishekha: 20-00
2. Karpoorarati: 5-00
3. Ashtottara Archane: 20-00
4. Shivapooja: 35-00
5. Kartika Pooja: 25-00
6. Panchamrita: 25-00
7. Bilwa Archane: 5-00
8. Shatha Rudrabishekha: 1,500-00
9. Haalu Payasa: 20-00
10. Ekadasha Rudra: 75-00
11. Hoovina Pooja: 50-00
12. Ranga Pooja: 700-00
13. Sahasra Namarchane: 20-00
14. Maha Pooja: 400-00
15. Kalasha Snana: 5-00
16. Naga Pooja: 30-00
17. Vasantha Pooja: 75-00
18. Dhanu Pooja: 35-00
19. Teertha Bottle: 6-00
20. Annappa Panjurli/ Malaraya Parva: 60-00
21. Ashwatha Pooja: 20-00
22. Aparakriya Offer: 15-00
23. Tulabhara (without item): 125-00
24. Hannu Kayee: 10-00
Seva
at the abode of Shri Ganapati:
1. Karpoorarati: 5-00
2. Pancha Kajjaaya: 5-00
3. Hoovina Pooja: 50-00
4. Appada Pooja: 30-00
5. Ganahoma (One Coconut): 30-00
6. Ganahoma (3 Coconuts): 100-00
7. Satyanarayana Pooja: 40-00
8. Shani Pooja (Katha): 50-00
Seva
at the abode of Shri Durga Parameshwari Amma:
1. Karpoorarati: 5-00
2. Karitika Pooja: 25-00
3. Hoovina Pooja: 50-00
4. Alankara Pooja: 30-00
5. Kumkumarchane: 25-00
6. Ranga Pooja: 250-00
Seva
at the abode of Shri Shastavu Devaru:
1. Karpoorarati: 5-00
2. Alankara Pooja: 30-00
3. Hoovina Pooja: 50-00
4. Irumudi Offer: 10-00
P.S.
1. Ranga Pooja to Shri Manjunatha will be held on
Annual Jatra(festival) and Pattanaje Period (between a months
of February and May).
2. Vasantha Pooja will be held after performing Mahapooja
at night during Vasantha Masa (between a months of April
and May).
3. Dhanu Pooja will be held in the morning during
Dhanu Masa (from December 15th to January 15th).
4. Annappa Panjurli and Malaraya Parva will be held
after noon 12-15 every Sankramana.
5. Ashwatta Pooja will be held every Saturday morning
9-30.
6. Gana Homa every Chowthi morning 9-00.
7. Satyanarayana Pooja will be held every day morning
10-30. If informed earlier, Pooja can be performed on every
Sankramana and Full moon day (Hunnime) and Sunday evening
at 6-30.
8. Shani Pooja will be performed on every Saturday
morning 8-30.
9. Tula Bhara seva will be held on Avabhrita Day
of Annual festival (22-1-2003). (Arrangement of Anna Santharpane
(afternoon meal) will be there to devotees whoever conducts
every Saturday, Sankramana, Shani Pooja on full moon day,
Satyanarayana Pooja in tempe premises).
Important
Sevas on Special occasions:
14-04-2002: Sunday: Sowra Ugadi
17-05-2002: Friday: Brihma kalasha day (Shatharudrabhisheka)
24-05-2002: Friday: Pattanaaje (enter of bali)
13-08-2002: Tuesday: Nagara Panchami
21-08-2002: Wednesday: Sowra Rugupakarma
30-08-2002: Friday: Shri Krishna Janmashtami
31-08-2002: Saturday: Mosaru Kudike
10-09-2002: Tuesday: Shri Ganesha Chaturthi
07-10-2002: Monday: Beginning of Navaratri
10-10-2002: Thursday: Lalita Panchami
11-10-2002: Friday: Chandika Homa
13-10-2002: Sunday: Durgashtami
14-10-2002: Monday: Mahanavami (Ayudha Pooja)
15-10-2002: Tuesday: Vijayadhashami
04-11-2002: Monday: Starting of Bali of Lord
11-11-2002: Monday: Kartika Somavara, Shatharudrabhisheka
18-11-2002: -do- : -do-
25-11-2002: -do- : -do-
02-12-2002: -do- : -do-
03-12-2002: Tuesday: Laksha Deepotsava (festival of light)
14-01-2003: Kadri Tirta: Beginning of Annual festival (Jatra)
20-01-2003: Monday: Seventh Deepotsava
21-01-2003: Tuesday: Rathotsava
22-01-2003: Wednesday: Avabritha (Tulabhara)
01-03-2003: Saturday: Mahashivaratri
Devotees
of remote areas can contribute to pooja activity by MO with
details of Pooja to be performed. Prasada will be sent by
Post. Donators can contribute for temple renovation work
by DD/ cheque to the
S.B.A/c No.20899,
Syndicate Bank,
Kadri Road, Mangalore
OR
S.B.A/c No.15184,
Karnataka Bank Ltd.,
Kodialbail, Mangalore.
Temple
Authority with wishes of devotees decided to build one Silver
Car (Belli/Rajatha Ratha) and offer to Lord Shri Manjunatha.
For this purpose one committee viz. Rajatha Ratha Samithi
has been incepted. The estimated cost of this Ratha is around
Rs.50 lakhs.
Devotees
and donators are requested to contribute to this great assignment
by DD/ cheque in the name of "Rajatha Ratha Nirmana Samithi"
OR S.B.A/c No.24930, Corporation Bank, Near Besant Womens
College, M.G.Road, Kodialbail, Mangalore-575003
Compiled
by: Vishweshwara Rao M, Mangalore.
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