Swamiji Says Blog
Universal Shaiva Fellowship

Mahasamadhi Celebration

of our beloved Gurudev Swami Lakshmanjoo


Recordings of previous events:

2025 Mahasamadhi

We celebrated Swamiji's Mahamadhi in Oregon.

 

2024 Mahasamadhi

We celebrated Swamiji's Mahamadhi in Oregon. There are two parts, one at the temple and the other in-house puja.

 
 

2023 Mahasamadhi

In October 2023 we attended the Mahasamadhi in Kashmir with a group of people for our annual fall study retreat and pilgrimage to Kashmir.

 
 

We're looking forward to seeing you


What is Mahasamadhi in Kashmir Shaivism?

In Kashmir Shaivism, Mahasamadhi refers to the ultimate state of spiritual liberation and union with the divine. It is considered the highest form of attainment in this tradition.

The term "Mahasamadhi" is derived from two Sanskrit words: "Maha," meaning great, and "Samadhi," referring to a deep state of meditation or absorption. It is a profound state of consciousness where the individual soul merges with the universal consciousness, realizing its inherent divine nature.

In Kashmir Shaivism, Mahasamadhi is not seen as the end of life, but rather as a state of transcendence while still in the physical body. It is considered an enlightened departure from the mortal realm, where the individual consciously chooses to leave the body behind and merge with the absolute reality, often referred to as Shiva or Shakti.

Practitioners of Kashmir Shaivism aspire to attain Mahasamadhi through rigorous spiritual practices such as meditation, self-inquiry, mantra recitation, and the awakening of Kundalini energy. The goal is to transcend the limitations of the individual self and merge with the supreme consciousness, realizing the oneness of all existence.

Mahasamadhi is seen as a state of ultimate freedom, liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and the experience of eternal bliss and unity with the divine. It is considered the culmination of the spiritual journey in Kashmir Shaivism, representing the union of the individual soul with the supreme reality.

 
Stay in the Loop

Receive email updates with blog posts, event notices and other offerings.

Your donations directly support our mission. Please consider making a donation.

Search Website

Stay in the Loop

Receive email updates with blog posts, announcements and more!

We respect your privacy.

© 2023 Lakshmanjoo Academy
(310) 837-0402 [email protected]
Damascus, OR

Search Website