About Vibhuthipura Math
Srimad Vibhuthipura Veerasimhasana Samsthana Math is situated at Vibhuthipura in Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka state, India. The Math is the oldest of all 64 maths in Bangalore. It was established by Hoysala king Veeraballal in 1186 AD., as a stone inscription in the math states.
The math is blessed with a temple of Sree Veerabhadra Swami. Nitya pooja, Archana and Rudrabhisheka are offered to the presiding deity of the temple.
On Karthika Amavasya thousands of people participate in celebration of annual Jatra Mahotsava with Agnikunda, Rathotsava and other folk arts. You can see photos and read about math’s functions and celebrations on Events and Photos sections of this web-site.
The Vibhuthipura math is a branch math the ancient Srimad Rambhapuri peetha, Balehonnur. Veerashaiva religion is a unique religion among ancient religious systems of India. The Veerashaive religion was established by Jagadguru Renukacharya Mahaswamiji.
Five veerashaiva peethas, principal centers of this religion are Shrimad Rambhapuri (Karnataka), Ujjaini (Karnataka), Kedar (Uttaranchal Pradesh), Shreeshail (A.P.) and Kashi (U.P.). These five peethas through an network of their branch maths have been striving to dispel ignorance in society through spiritual preachings and inculcate proper religious practices and conduct as propagated by ancient Agama shastra and Shrutis. While the emancipation of masses through spiritual upliftment and improvement of their general well-being are the main objective, peethas have also being spreading value-based education among the people since time immemorial.
Presently a text books knowledge has failed to increase moral values. Hence the math gives the top priority to enhancing the moral fibre of the younger generations. The Math is not only a pious place. In indian Darshan Shastras it was called “Students’ Home”. Therefore the present Mathadhipathi Sha. Bra. Sri Mahanthalinga Shivacharya Swamiji has decided to construct a Free Residential School for 500 students of all communities who are studying 6 Std. to 10 Std.
The math also provides pace for an Old Age Home “Shambhavi” for women. Besides the above, the math also runs I.T.I. institute for vocational training and a kannada medium school.
Please do visit the Math when you come to Bangalore and leave your valuable suggestions.