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Kodi Swamigal - Early sightings at Dhanushkodi
The lone figure of Kodi Swamigal stood amidst the expansive dunes of Dhanushkodi, far from the bustling harbour where crowds of visitors thronged.
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Neither the scorching heat of the sun nor the torrential rain at Land’s End deterred the mystic, who was in his element from morning to evening in the dunes of Dhanushkodi. Kodi Swamigal’s mastery over the five elements that made up this physical body, made it possible for him to stand for hours at a stretch.
The first glance of the divine at Dhanushkodi
Despite the constant hustle and bustle, Kodi Swamigal remained unnoticed, as if an invisible shield protected him from the curious gazes of passersby. The radiant aura of his spiritual practice seemed to shroud him, making him blend into the ordinary surroundings.
Now ninety years, Chelladurai recalls witnessing the divine presence of Kodi Swamigal as a ten-year-old at Dhanushkodi, a memory etched in time. He vividly describes how, on a typical day, a group of stray dogs formed an unspoken alliance around Kodi Swamigal. In the quietude of the sands, the dogs became his silent companions, sharing in the sacred energy of his penance. Kodi Swamigal would distribute biscuits to his four-legged friends with a tender smile, acknowledging their quiet companionship.
Kodi Swamigal descended from the mound as the sun dipped below the vast horizon. With unwavering devotion, he offered whatever little he possessed—money or food the visitors gave to the expansive Indian Ocean.
Now ninety years, Chelladurai recalls witnessing the divine presence of Kodi Swamigal as a ten-year-old at Dhanushkodi, a memory etched in time. He vividly describes how, on a typical day, a group of stray dogs formed an unspoken alliance around Kodi Swamigal. In the quietude of the sands, the dogs became his silent companions, sharing in the sacred energy of his penance. Kodi Swamigal would distribute biscuits to his four-legged friends with a tender smile, acknowledging their quiet companionship.
Kodi Swamigal descended from the mound as the sun dipped below the vast horizon. With unwavering devotion, he offered whatever little he possessed—money or food the visitors gave to the expansive Indian Ocean.
Kodi Swamigal -The fishermen's lucky charm
When the fisherfolk of Dhanushkodi visited the sea for their fishing duties, they saw Kodi Swamigal in intense penance. They considered seeing him a lucky charm. However, they did not realise that this was the gift of a lifetime, witnessing a miracle that went undocumented in any form. This memory remains in the hearts of the individuals who encountered the enlightened being.
To this date, the fishermen still come to the Kodi Swamigal Thavabhoomi, pray, and have their daily lunch by consuming the annaprasadham at Kodi Swamigal temple.
To this date, the fishermen still come to the Kodi Swamigal Thavabhoomi, pray, and have their daily lunch by consuming the annaprasadham at Kodi Swamigal temple.
Fishermen from Dhanushkodi Village at Kodi Swamigal temple meeting the trust members
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Kodi Swamigal's stay at Dhanushkodi is as mystical as his presence: nobody had clear information when he arrived. It was varadarajalu's daily trip to Dhanushkodi gave him an opportunity and through him the world came to know about Kodi Swamigal.
Follow the mystical journey of Kodi Swamigal