Gurumurtam Temple

Gurumurtam temple

Bhagavan's early days at Gurumurtam Temple, how Annamalai Tambiram brought him there and his search for solitude away from the crowds.
Bhagavan's deep absorption in samadhi, his complete disregard for bodily care and the difficult physical conditions he lived through.
How devotees provided food, Minakshi Amma's forceful attempts to care for Bhagavan and his discomfort with such attention.
Palaniswami's arrival at Gurumurtam, his devotion to Bhagavan and how he became his trusted attendant for many years.
Bhagavan's simple life in the nearby mango orchard, his fond memories of nature and the interesting incidents involving thieves and wild animals.
Bhagavan's refusal of ritual worship, his first written messages and how his identity and birthplace eventually became known.
Nelliappa Iyer's visit to the mango orchard, his attempts to meet Bhagavan and how the family finally discovered his whereabouts.
Bhagavan's remarkable memory, his understanding of Advaita texts, his ability to learn different languages and his contributions to spiritual literature.