Lord Venkateshwara Temple , Birmingham , United Kingdom
The temple welcomes visits by school children and visitors from other organisations. There are special forms available for download to enable the visitors to book in advance their visits so that we can organise guides to show you around the temple. These guides have completed a special course on faith guidance and possess adequate experience and knowledge to guide the visitors. The temple organisation insists that the visitors should read the terms and conditions before booking their visit to help us to make their experience as memorable as possible.
Lord Venkateshwara at Tirumala is regarded as the world's richest temple with an estimated annual income of over 300 crores. This is not income as we see, this is proof for belif, Trust, Respect and Devotion towards Lord venkateswara of 7 hills. The hill temple, which received a stream of royal benefactions, has a fabulous collection of very rare and precious ornaments whose antique value is beyond anybody's guess.
It also has crores of rupees worth assets in the form of land and buildings spread across the country. The main source of income is derived from the "hundi" which netted an all time record of Rs.116 crores in the year 1997-98 by way of cash offerings.
During the period the hundi also received 450 Kg of gold, 3,200 Kg of silver articles, diamonds weighing 2.430 Kg besides more than 2 Kg of pearls, loose stones, corals and other precious offerings. There is no dearth of funds for the sacred temple as philanthropists from all over the country and abroad queue up to make fabulous donations in fulfillment of their vows.
sri venkateswara Tirumala-Tirupathi Balaji kalyanam- pictorial short movie story clips
Lord Venkateshwara who according to the mythologies is "self-manifested" (svayambhu) is regarded as the most revered Hindu God today. On any given day the main deity is adorned with not less than a hundred Kg of gold, diamond and pearl ornaments.
Of all the ornaments, which adorn the deity, "Makara Kanti", "Lakshmi haram", "Shaligrama haram", "Suryakatari" (golden sword believed to have been presented to the Lord by the Sun God) are of immense antique value their history being rooted in legends. Aside the recently made diamond crown whose present value is put around Rs.30 Crores the other ornaments such as "Nagabharanams", "Sankhu-Chakram", "Kati Hastham" and "Abhaya Hastham" are also made of gold and diamonds.
The "Golden Dhoti" (peethambaram) made of pure gold laces is the heaviest of all his "costumes", weighing about 40 Kg. This particular vasthram adorns the main deity during Brahmothsavam and on other main festive occasions.
O Govinda, wake up! O Garudadhvaja! Wake up. O Kamalakanta (i.e., the husband of Kamala)! All the three worlds are under your rule, they have to prosper, Wake up, my child.
May it be an auspicious dawn (morning) to Thee, O Lakshmi, the Mother of the Worlds, the ever dweller on the chest of Vishnu ( i.e., the enemy of the demons, madhu and Kaitabha), of attractive and divine form, the Mistress and of the nature of granting the desired objects of those seeking refuge!
May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee, O Lakshmi of the eyes like the lotus, of a bright face like the Moon, worshipped by the wives of Brahma, Shankara and Indra and a treasure of compassion. You have an endearing attachment to your devotees.
Having worshipped the morning twilight (i.e., having said the morning prayer, namely, the sandhyavandana) the seven sages like Arti, bringing the beautiful lotuses from the Divine Ganges, have arrived to worship Thy feet. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee?
The breeze, carrying the wonderful fragrance of the partly opened lotuses and the beautiful ears of the trees like the Areca and Coconut, is gently blowing. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The parrots, kept for pleasure in the foremost cages, opening their eyes, are graciously singing, after eating the remains of the plantain fruits and the payasam in the vessels. Lord Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee?
Ayarpadi, ladies are singing their sweet melodies as they are churning butter. They announce the day-dawn. Get up, oh Govinda! Bless these endearing Gopis.
The humming black bees seem to sing that they are far more attractive than the black 'Kuvali' flowers from which they draw honey. All the three of you namely, bees, flowers and Your Holy Self form a holy Trinity in color and splendor.
O Lakshmi, mother of the entire universe, residing always in the heart of Sri Vishnu, the enemy of Madhu and Kaitabha; O pleasant one! dear consort of Vishnu,fulfiller of the wishes of people comming to you, good morning to you!
O lotus eyed godess, yours is a pleasent moonlike face. You are worshipped by the wives of Brahma, Shiva and Indra. You are full of love and affection. You are the beloved wife of Vishnu who is the lord of Vrishachala. O mother, good morning to you.
Having worshipped the morning twilight and said their morning prayers, called sandhyavandana, the seven sages like Atri, bringing the beautiful lotuses from the divine Ganges, have arrived to worship Thy feet. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The Gods, like the five-headed Brahma, the lotus-born Subrahmanya, and the six-headed Indra are praising the deeds of your incarnations as the Trivikramavatara. Nearby is Brhaspati who is reading out the planetary position (called Panchangam) of the day. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The breeze, carrying the wonderful fragrance of the partly-opened lotuses, and the beautiful trees like the Areca and Coconut, is blowing gently. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The parrots in their cages are opening their eyes, and graciously singing, after eating the remains of the plantain fruits and the payasam in the vessels. Lord Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The sage, Narada, is playing sweet music with his veena, and, in fine language, is singing praises of Thy endless deeds, gracefully waving his other hand. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The humming swarm of bees are sucking honey and emerging from the interiors of the lotuses of the adjoining pools, in order to serve Thee. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
While the womenfolk of the hamlet of cowherds churn the curds, the loud sounds and echoes emanating from the pots seems like as if the pots and the eight directions are quarrelling. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The swarm of bees in the lotuses are friends of the sun, and are making lound sounds with a view to surpassing the splendour of the lustrous blue lotuses. Lord of Seshachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
One with Lakshmi! One who grants boons! Friend of all the worlds! Abode of Sri Lakshmi! The matchless ocean of compassion! One having a charming form on account of the chest which is the abode of Sri Lakshmi! Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Brahma, Shiva, Sanandana and several others have bathed in purified water. They are at your doorstep eager to see you, for their own well-being, though they have been hit with canes by your gods. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Lord of Venkatachala! Thy abode is always called by several names, such as Sri Sesasaila, Garudachala, Venkatadri, Narayanadri, Vrsabhadri, Vrsadri. May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Siva, Indra, Agni, Yama, Nairuti, Varuna, Vayu and Kubera, with folded hands placed on their heads, are desirous of offering service to thee. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The modes of Thy conveyance – Garuda, the Lord of Birds, the Lion, Lord of Animals, Adisesa, the Lord of Serpents, Airavata, the Lord of Elephants and Uccaissravas, the Lord of Horses - are begging Thee to grant them their respective authority and power to serve Thee better, on Thy pleasure trips. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The main deities of the Assembly of Gods – the nine planets - the Sun, the Moon, Mars (Angaraka), Mercury (Budha), Jupiter (Brhaspati), Venus (Sukra), Saturn (Sani), Rahu and Ketu are happy to serve even your servants and remain most obedient to Thee. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Lord of Venkatachala! Thy devotees, whose heads are sanctified by the dust of Thy feet, being in Thy presence, do not desire Heaven or Liberation, but are worried that another kalpa will start, when there will be no such glory to Venkatachala!
Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
On seeing the crests of Thy temple tower, the mortals, who are attempting to attain the exalted paths of Heaven and Liberation, feel like living on in the mortal world, as it gives them the opportunity of worshipping Thee. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Lord of Sridevi and Bhudevi! The ocean of nectar of compassion and other virtues! The chief of the Gods! The sole refuge of the Universe! The possessor of Sri (wealth)! One whose feet are worshipped by Ananta and Garuda! Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Padmanabha! Purushottama! Vasudeva! Vaikunta! Madhava! Janardana! Chakrapani! Bearer of the mole Srivatsa! Celestial tree (parijata) under whom refuge is sought! Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Bearer of the charming and divine form surpassing the pride of Cupid (Manmatha)! One whose sight is fondly centred on the lotus bud like breasts of His beloved! The abode of auspicious and pure virtues! The possessor of Divine fame! Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Lord in ten incarnations of Matsya (Fish), Kamatha (Tortoise), Kola (Boar), Narasimha (Man-lion) Trivikrama (Dwarf), Parasurama, Rama, Balarama, Krishna and Kalki! Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The Brahmins, well-versed in the Vedas, are now joyfully waiting to worship you. They are carrying golden pots on their heads that are filled with the water of the Divine Ganges (Akasa Ganga), which has been rendered fragrant by mixing cardamom, cloves and camphor in it. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
The Sun is rising; the lotuses have blossomed; the birds are twittering; the Sri Vaishnavas, always imploring auspiciousness, are waiting at Thy abode. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Brahma,the great sages and the good Yogins as Sanandana are waiting at Thy abode, with auspicious offerings in their hands. Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
Abode of Lakshmi! Ocean of faultless and auspicious virtues! Bridge to cross the ocean of transmigration (samsara)! One whose glory is known through the Upanishads! One who is enjoyed by devotees! Lord of Venkatachala! May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee.
itthaM vRshaachala patE riha suprabhaataM yE maanavaah prati dinaM paThituM pravRttaah tEshaaM prabhaata samayE smRti raMga bhaajaaM praj~naaM paraartha sulabhaaM paramaaM prasootE!
Day-to-day prayers to You, Sri Vehkatesa! fetch untold wealth of devotional culture and fervour. God, give us your grace.
The Tirumala and Tirupati are the sacred and most visited holy places in India. The Tirumala hill is about 10.33 sq miles in area, and is 3200 ft above the sea level. It comprises of seven peaks that represent the seven hoods of Adisesha, therefore the name, Seshachalam. The seven peaks are also called Seshadri.
The Tirupati temple is situated on the seventh hill of Tirumala called Venkatadri, on the southern banks of holy river Pushkarini, and is devoted to Lord Vishnu in the form of Venkateswara. Tirupati actually means Lord of Lakshmi, and is the abode of Lord Venkateswara.
Since Tirupati is located on the seventh peak in the seven hills of Tirumala, it is popularly known as the “Temple of Seven Hills”. There are several mythological stories relating to these seven hills of Tirumala, that seem to have been associated with the manifestation of Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala. Therefore, these seven hills have great importance.
Names of The Seven Hills -TIRUMALA TIRUPATHI
The seven hills in Tirupati, recognized as Saptagiri are believed to be the the abodes for various hindu gods. Adri means hill in sanskrit.
Seshadri – The abode of Sesha, servant of Lord Vishnu.
Neeladri – The hill abode of Neela Devi.
Garudadri – The hill of Garuda, which is the vehicle of Lord Vishnu.
Anjanadri – The abode of Lord Hanuman.
Vrishabhadri – The hill of Nandi, the vehicle of Lord Shiva.
Narayandri – The abode of Lord Vishnu.
Venkatadri – The hill abode of Lord Venkateswara.
History of 7 Hills
There are many stories associated with these sacred seven hills and the Lord Balaji resting on top of these hills. All the legends relate to manifestation of Lord Venkateswara in the holy place of Tirupati. It is believed that these hills have been waiting for thousands of years for Lord to visit them.
Vayu, the God of Wind and Seshu, the snake god on whom Lord Vishnu resides in Vaikuntham once fought with each other over an issue of who is the strongest. Seshu claimed that he is the greatest and strongest because the Lord Vishnu sleeps and takes rest on him. He says that he bears the great God, and so he is the greatest. Narada muni enters the scene and tries to decide who is the strongest. First, he asks Vayu to lift a huge mountain and throw it away.
Then came the turn of Seshu who could not do it even upon exerting great force, and finally becomes the victim of the huge mountain which falls on him. Seshu realizes his mistake out of ego, and prays Lord Vishnu to save him from the mighty mountain. Lord Vishnu saves him from the mountain, and when Seshu prays the Lord to be seated on him again, Lord asks him to wait until he reincarnates himself as Venkateswara and comes down to earth to save humankind. Seshadri, one of the seven sacred hills of Tirumala, is the hill on which Lord Venkateswara stands now.
Another legend talks about Vrishabhasura, a strong devotee of Lord vishnu who worshipped him and won a wish to fight the Lord. Lord defeats the asura and kills the ego in him. Vrishabhasura realizes his mistake, asks lord to forgive him, and requests the Lord to put his lotus feet on his head and rest there. Lord Vishnu grants the wish and says that he will reincarnate himself as Lord Venkateswara in Kali yuga, and will rest on Vrishabhasura who shall take form of a big mountain.
Brahma Kadigina Paadamu is a famous Hindu devotional keerthana / kriti composed by Sri Tallapaka Annamacharya. Similar to other Annamayya Sankeertanas (Hindu devotional Bhajan song), Brahma Kadigina Paadamu is also a devotional song in praise of Lord Venkateswara of Tirupati Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Andhra Pradesh.
In this Venkateswara devotional song, Annamacharya praises the Lotus feet of Venkateswara, remembering Lord’s great deeds to sincere devotees. Here is the Brahma Kadigina Paadamu Song Lyrics and Video Song sung by Bharat Ratna M. S. Subbulakshmi Amma (Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi).
Venkateswara is another form of Lord Vishnu who is the most popular deity.
He is also known as Venkatachalapathi or Venkataramana or Tirumal devar or Varadaraja or Srinivasa or Balaji or ViTTala. He has a dark complexion and four hands. In his two upper hands he holds a discus (a symbol of power) and a conchs hell (a symbol of existence). With his lower hands extended downward he asks devotees to have faith and surrender to him for protection. The supreme temple of Venkateswara is at Tirupati and every Devote in the world atleast wants to visit this temple once in year.
108 Names of Lord Venkateswara - (Venkateswara Ashtothara Satha Namavali stotram) (One of the most powerful mantras of Lord Venkateswara) . Lord venkateswara is called by so many popular names as Sri Srinivasa, Venkatesa, Govinda, ApadamookKulavaDa... Shri Venkatesha Ashtothara Shatanama Stotra
108 Names of Lord Venkatesa, OM Venkatesaya Sri Venkatesaya Namaha
Venkateshwara Ashtotharams are recited Daily and chanted after Suprabhatam on every day, on every Yekadashi and also in the month of Margashira.
The 108 names of Venkateswara – Ashtothara Satha Namavali of Venkateshwara are as follows..
1) Om Shri Ventakeshaya Namaha 2) OM Sreenivasaya Namaha 3) OM Laxmipataye Namaha 4) OM Anaamayaaya Namaha 5) OM Amruthamsaya Namaha 6) OM Jagadvandyaya Namaha 7) OM Govindaya Namaha 8) OM Shashvataya Namaha 9) OM Prabhave Namaha 10) OM Sheshadrinilayaya Namaha 11) OM Devaya Namaha 12) OM Keshavaya Namaha 13) OM Madhusudhanaya Namaha 14) OM Amrutaya Namaha 15) OM Madhavaya Namaha 16) OM Krishnaya Namaha 17) OM Sriharaye Namaha 18) OM Jnanapanjaraya Namaha 19) OM SreeVatsavakshase Namaha 20) OM Sarveshaya Namaha 21) OM Gopalaya Namaha 22) OM Purushotamaya Namaha 23) OM Gopeeshwaraya Namaha 24) OM Parasmyjyotishe Namaha 25) OM Vaikuntapataye Namaha 26) OM Avyayaya Namaha 27) OM Sudhaatanave Namaha 28) OM Yadavendraya Namaha 29) OM Nithyayavvanaroopavate Namaha 30) OM Chaturvedatmakaya Namaha 31) OM Vishnave Namaha 32) OM Achutyaya Namaha 33) OM Padminipriyaya Namaha 34) OM Dharapataye Namaha 35) OM Surapatye Namaha 36) OM Nirmalaya Namaha 37) OM Devapoojitaya Namaha 38) OM Chaturboojaya Namaha 39) OM Chakradaraya Namaha 40) OM Tridamne Namaha 41) OM Trigunashrayaya Namaha 42) OM Nirvikalpaya Namaha 43) OM Nishkalankaya Namaha 44) OM Niranthakaya Namaha 45) OM Niranjanaya Namaha 46) OM Nirabasaya Namaha 47) OM Nityatruptaya Namaha 48) OM Nirgunaya Namaha 49) OM Nirupadravaya Namaha 50) OM Gadhaadharaya Namaha 51) OM Shaarangapanaye Namaha 52) OM Nandakine Namaha 53) OM Shankhadarakaya Namaha 54) OM Anakemurtaye Namaha 55) OM Avyaktaya Namaha 56) OM Katihastaya Namaha 57) OM Varapradaya Namaha 58) OM Anekatmane Namaha 59) OM Deenabandhave Namaha 60) OM Aartalokabhayapradhaya 61) OM Akasharajavaradhaya Namaha 62) OM Yogihrutpadmamandhiraya Namaha 63) OM Dhamodharaya Namaha 64) OM Karunakaraya Namaha 65) OM Jagatpalayapapagnaya Namaha 66) OM Bhakthavatsalaya Namaha 67) OM Trivikramaya Namaha 68) OM Shishumaraya Namaha 69) OM Jatamakutashobhitaya Namaha 70) OM Shankamadyolasanmanjookinkinyadyakarakandakaya Namaha 71) OM Neelameghashyamatanave Namaha 72) OM Bilvapatrarchanapriyaya Namaha 73) OM Jagatvyapine Namaha 74) OM Jagatkartre Namaha 75) OM Jagatsakshine Namaha 76) OM Jagatpataya Namaha 77) OM Chintitarthapradaya Namaha 78) OM Jishnave Namaha 79) OM Daasharhaaya Namaha 80) OM Dhasharoopavate Namaha 81) OM Devakinandanaya Namaha 82) OM Shauraye Namaha 83) OM Hayagreevaya Namaha 84) OM Janardhanaya Namaha 85) OM Kanyashravanatharejyaya Namaha 86) OM Peetambharadharaya Namaha 87) OM Anagaya Namaha 88) OM Vanamaline Namaha 89) OM Padmanabhaya Namaha 90) OM Mrughayasaktamanasaya Namaha 91) OM Ashvaroodaya Namaha 92) OM Kadghadharine Namaha 93) OM Dhanarjanasamootsukaya Namaha 94) OM Ganasaralasanmadhyakasturitilakojjwalaya Namaha 95) OM Sachitandharoopaya Namaha 96) OM Jaganmangaladayakaya Namaha 97) OM Yajnaroopaya Namaha 98) OM Yajnabokthre Namaha 99) OM Chinmayaya Namaha 100) OM Parameshwaraya Namaha 101) OM Paramarthapradhaya Namaha 102) OM Shanthaya Namaha 103) OM Sreemathe Namaha 104) OM Dordhandhavikramaya Namaha 105) OM Paratparaya Namaha 106) OM Parasmaibrahmane Namaha 107) OM Sreevibhave Namaha 108) OM Jagadeeshwaraya Namaha
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Since yesterday, I have received so many mails asking me "What to do on VaikunTa Ekadasi ? So, I have taken an opportunity to explain you briefly what you should do on the Holy day of VaikunTa Ekadasi.
One must wake up by 5 'o clock (A.M) in the morning.
Have to take head bath with oil .(Abyanga snanam)
After taking bath, Prayer room and Kitchen should be cleaned. So that prayer performing premises will be in good condition.
Main Door of the house should be decorated with mango leaves, Kumkum and Turmeric.
Prayer room should be decorated with holy designs with design powders.
Get Ready with Lord Vishnu Photo and puja tools like Kumkum, Turmeric mixed with rice (Akshinatalu), Leaves of Tulasi, Any sweet like Rava LaDdu, Kheer offerings to God should be ready while you start before praying.
Light oil lamps (DeepaAraDhana) with coconut oil or Ghee is so important.
Before performing Puja you must sit facing to East and should wear Tulasi Mala(Tulasi Haram) according to Hindu dharma.
Sri Venkateswara Vajrakavacha Stotram (Lord Tirumala Tirupathi ) (The Diamond armour of Venkatesa) (Watch video under the post)
Narayanam Parabrahma, sarvakaarana kaaranam Prapadye Venkatesakhyaam, Tadeva kavacham mama 1
I bow and salute that Venkatesa, Who is lord Narayana himself, Who is the divine Lord of all, And who is the cause of all causes, And chant his armour for myself.
Let my head be protected by, Lord Venkatesa with thousand aspects, Who is the lord of all souls, And place where the soul merges.
Aakasaraat sutaanaatha Aatmanam me sadavatu Deva Devottamopayaad deham mey Venkateswaraha 3 Let the Consort of the daughter of the sky, May protect my soul always, Let the body got from the lord of Lords, Be protected by Lord Venkateswara.
Sarvatra sarvakaryeshu Mangambajanireeswaraha Palayenmam sada karma saphalyam naha prayacchatu 4
Let the soul like consort of Alamelu Manga. Take care of all my works always , And lead me to good results of all of them.
