Manuscript Number : SHISRRJ247129

A Study on the Installation Ofyantrasin Temples

Authors(1) :-Dr. Ramakrishna Ganjam

This paper examines the concept and practice of yantra sthapana—the ritual installation of mystical diagrams—beneath the pedestal of consecrated deities in Hindu temples. Although not explicitly codified in the core Agamic texts, this practice is widespread across South Indian temple traditions, especially within the Vaikhanasa and Pancharatra schools. Drawing on texts such as the Sharada Tilaka Tantram, Samarangana Sutradhara, and oral transmissions from the Vaikhanasa guruparampara, this study argues that yantra sthapana is a spiritually valid and scripturally supportable practice. The paper explores the interrelationship of mantra, bījākṣara, and yantra, and situates the tradition within the framework of sadācāra—exemplary conduct as upheld by realized teachers. Through textual evidence, testimonies, and philosophical reflection, it reaffirms the place of yantra sthapana as a sacred ritual technology within the larger landscape of temple consecration.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Ramakrishna Ganjam
Asst. Professor, Dept. of Vaikhānasa Āgama, Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, Tirupati.

Yantra Sthapana, Agama, Vaikhanasa, Mantra Shakti, Sadachara, Bījākṣara, Sri Yantra.

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Publication Details

Published in : Volume 5 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022
Date of Publication : 2022-02-15
License:  This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Page(s) : 206-212
Manuscript Number : SHISRRJ247129
Publisher : Shauryam Research Institute

ISSN : 2581-6306

Cite This Article :

Dr. Ramakrishna Ganjam , "A Study on the Installation Ofyantrasin Temples", Shodhshauryam, International Scientific Refereed Research Journal (SHISRRJ), ISSN : 2581-6306, Volume 5, Issue 1, pp.206-212, January-February.2022
URL : https://shisrrj.com/SHISRRJ247129

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