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Kodi Swamigal - The Eternal Mahaan
Fondly referred to as Kodi Thatha, he wasn’t confined to a specific lineage or practice. His appearance and approach towards his devotees and the world differed. Journeying from Dhanushkodi to Puravipalayam, his life is woven with tales that delve into the extraordinary.
Kodi Swamigal’s presence is marked by silence, and every word, though cryptic, carries significance.
Shri. Varadrarajalu, who was the first to meet him on the sands of Dhanushkodi during the 1950s, vouched for his silent whispers.
Kodi Swamigal’s presence is marked by silence, and every word, though cryptic, carries significance.
Shri. Varadrarajalu, who was the first to meet him on the sands of Dhanushkodi during the 1950s, vouched for his silent whispers.
Kodi Swamigal chooses silence as his companion, speaking through symbolism and metaphor. His utterances carry echoes of wisdom, often mysterious and paradoxical. The narrative uses wordplay and metaphor to convey richness.
Kodi Swamigal never exhibited or wanted to be identified with any siddhis, though he possessed all the powers from the world of siddhis. His mastery over siddhis, which had hitherto only been mentioned in ancient scriptures, was an unbelievable experience for those who visited him.
Kodi Swamigal never exhibited or wanted to be identified with any siddhis, though he possessed all the powers from the world of siddhis. His mastery over siddhis, which had hitherto only been mentioned in ancient scriptures, was an unbelievable experience for those who visited him.
The Divine Who Defied Directives
Kodi Swamigal
With a mischievous twinkle in his eye, he defied the very directives that sought to define him within the conventional bounds of a Siddha purusha.
Kodi Swamigal’s appearance, for starters, was a spectacle that bewildered those accustomed to the traditional garb of a sage. While most Siddhas adorned themselves with simple ascetic robes, Kodi Swamigal’s attire resembled a kaleidoscope of colours, reminiscent of a vibrant peacock’s plumage. His saffron robes were decorated with red, blue, and green hues, creating an ensemble that defied the
muted tones expected of a sage.
muted tones expected of a sage.
Equally amusing were his responses to earnest queries. Unlike the straightforward and solemn
answers associated with enlightened beings, Kodi Swamigal’s replies were a delightful dance of wit
and paradox. When asked about the nature of reality, he would quip, “Is a rainbow any less real
because you can’t grasp it?” His words were like riddles wrapped in laughter, inviting seekers to
ponder the profound amid amusement.
answers associated with enlightened beings, Kodi Swamigal’s replies were a delightful dance of wit
and paradox. When asked about the nature of reality, he would quip, “Is a rainbow any less real
because you can’t grasp it?” His words were like riddles wrapped in laughter, inviting seekers to
ponder the profound amid amusement.
Kodi Swamigal’s mischievous spirit defied the rigidity that one usually associated with spiritual
pursuits. His teachings, though unconventional, struck a harmonious chord with those who embraced
the paradoxical beauty of life. In a world often dominated by serious contemplation, Kodi Swamigal is
a reminder that the path to enlightenment can also be adorned with the laughter of cosmic
playfulness.
pursuits. His teachings, though unconventional, struck a harmonious chord with those who embraced
the paradoxical beauty of life. In a world often dominated by serious contemplation, Kodi Swamigal is
a reminder that the path to enlightenment can also be adorned with the laughter of cosmic
playfulness.
Kaya Sadhana - The science and art of preserving the body.
Kodi Swamigal was an exponent of Kaya-sadhana. Kaya-sadhana facilitates identifying and using the body to distinguish between the ordinary and the spiritual world.
In various instances, he exhibited extreme physical conditions. His pulse was checked, like a child’s pulse, while a lab test revealed he was at least 936 years old. He addressed puzzling questions about
mortal conditions with occasional cheer or nod.
In various instances, he exhibited extreme physical conditions. His pulse was checked, like a child’s pulse, while a lab test revealed he was at least 936 years old. He addressed puzzling questions about
mortal conditions with occasional cheer or nod.
The organs and forms of consciousness were pitstops on his journey.
As Sivavakiyar, the Siddhar from Tamil culture, has said, the body is a doorway to God's presence.
Kodi Swamigal used the human body as a threshold to transcend beyond the physical realm.
As Sivavakiyar, the Siddhar from Tamil culture, has said, the body is a doorway to God's presence.
Kodi Swamigal used the human body as a threshold to transcend beyond the physical realm.
Kodi Swamigal in his mystical moods at the Palace Terrace. His seating posture, with legs stretched, was unique, and he could have been like this for hours together.