Find Your Path to Inner Peace
For seekers, students, and families who wish to deepen their connection to Gayathri Siddhar’s teachings and walk a path of inner peace.
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"Om Tryambakam Yajamahe
"Om Tryambakam Yajamahe
Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan
Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat"
Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat"
Ṛgveda 7.59.12
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our mission is to preserve and share the wisdom of the Siddhar tradition while creating opportunities for people to discover greater awareness, inner understanding, and harmony in life.
Through meditation, spiritual practice, learning, and service, we hope to make the teachings accessible to all and provide a space where each person can explore and grow in their own way.
The Sanctuary of Gayathripeedam
The Sanctuary of Gayathripeedam
Gayathri Peedam is a place to come, pause, and reconnect with what is within. Alongside our temple traditions and spiritual practices, we offer meditation, learning, and opportunities for service and reflection.
Whether you come to pray, meditate, learn, or simply spend a little time in stillness, you are welcome to experience the Peedam at your own pace.
Gayathri Siddhar Swami Murugesu
Gayathri Siddhar Swami Murugesu
The Gayathri Peedam carries forward the spiritual legacy of Gayathri Siddhar Swami R. K. Murugesu, who dedicated his life to Gayathri Sadhana, spiritual practice and service to others.
Through his teachings, writings and life of devotion, Swami Murugesu encouraged seekers to discover the deeper meaning of the Gayathri Mantra and to bring spiritual practice into everyday life.
His work continues to inspire devotees and seekers in Sri Lanka and beyond.
Learn about the life, teachings and legacy of Swami Murugesu.
The Legend of Indrajith
The Legend of Indrajith
The site of Gayathri Peedam is believed to be the place where Indrajith, the son of King Ravana, performed penance to Lord Shiva and sought His divine grace.
The site of Gayathri Peedam is believed to be the place where Indrajith, the son of King Ravana, performed penance to Lord Shiva and sought His divine grace.
The Valmiki Ramayanam describes Indrajith's worship of Maheshvara, while the Kamba Ramayanam speaks of the powerful Nikumbilai Yaga undertaken by him before the final battle.
The Valmiki Ramayanam describes Indrajith's worship of Maheshvara, while the Kamba Ramayanam speaks of the powerful Nikumbilai Yaga undertaken by him before the final battle.
For generations, this sacred connection has drawn devotees and visitors to Gayathri Peedam, making it an important place within Sri Lanka's Ramayana tradition.
For generations, this sacred connection has drawn devotees and visitors to Gayathri Peedam, making it an important place within Sri Lanka's Ramayana tradition.
Our Programs
The Peedam offers simple opportunities for learning, spiritual practice and service for children, families and seekers. Our programs include Sunday School, meditation, spiritual learning and Annadhanam — creating practical ways to bring awareness, understanding and compassion into everyday life.
Explore our programs and find a place to begin.
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