Santhigiri Ayurveda & Siddha Hospital

Description

Navajyothisree Karunakara Guru was born on the 16th of Chingam, Kolla Varsham 1103 (September 1, 1927), in Chandiroor, a village in Alappuzha district, Kerala. His father, Sri Govindan, passed away when He was only nine months old, leaving His mother, Smt. Karthyayani, to raise Him alone. From a very young age, Guru experienced profound spiritual visions, the most striking being a radiant figure bathed in light. Mistaken for mute, He spoke only when guided by this divine vision, which faded when He was nine years old. Later in life, He recognized this figure as Sri Krishna.

Guru exhibited extraordinary discipline as a child, living a life marked by simplicity, cleanliness, and strict adherence to prayer. Around the age of 10, after His mother remarried, He moved to His stepfather’s home. However, feeling a deep spiritual calling, He left at the age of 14 to pursue a monastic life. Guru joined the Advaita Ashram in Alwaye, affiliated with the Sivagiri Mutt founded by Sree Narayana Guru, and dedicated 17 years to various responsibilities there. Though admired by many, He also faced challenges from certain groups.

In 1957, Guru left Sivagiri and settled in a small hut on a nearby hill. His reputation as a healer began to spread, attracting people seeking relief from ailments. During this time, He undertook spiritual journeys with Khureshia Fakir, a Sufi saint, deepening His spiritual understanding. In 1968, after a powerful vision, Guru established Santhigiri Ashram at Pothencode on land donated by a well-wisher.

After years of intense meditation and spiritual practice, Guru attained spiritual fulfillment on the 4th of Kanni, Kolla Varsham 1149 (September 20, 1973), with the divine realization: “What I had been waiting for, through Yugas, is realized.” He introduced a system of worship centered on faith in the Universal God, the Brahman, and guided His followers along the Path of Guru (Guru Margam).

On the 23rd of Medam, Kolla Varsham 1174 (May 6, 1999), Guru left His physical form, merging into ‘Adisankalpam’ (the Plane of Primordial Consciousness). It is believed that He continues to guide the world as ‘Nava Oli’ (New Light and Sound). His spiritual legacy is carried forward by His principal disciple, Her Holiness Sishyapoojitha Amritha Jnana Thapaswini, who now leads Santhigiri Ashram as the ‘Gurusthaneeya’ (Guru Apparent). Today, the Ashram serves as a sanctuary of healing, solace, and spiritual wisdom for all those seeking enlightenment.

Buy Healthcare Products