Satyatma Tirtha facts for kids
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Sri Satyatma Tirtha in 2022
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| Birth Date | 8 March 1973 Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Birth name | Sarvajnacharya Guttal |
| Guru/teacher | Satyapramoda Tīrtha |
| Philosophy | Dvaita Vedānta |
| Titles/honors | Abhinava Raghūttama |
Sri Satyatma Tirtha (IAST: Śrī Satyātma-tīrtha), born on March 8, 1973, is an important Hindu philosopher and spiritual leader from India. He is the current head of the Uttaradi Math, a famous religious center. He is the 42nd leader since Madhvacharya, who was a key figure in the Dvaita philosophy. In 1998, Satyatma Tirtha started Vishwa Madhwa Maha Parishat, an organization that helps people and promotes religious values.
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About Sri Satyatma Tirtha
Early Life
Sri Satyatma Tirtha was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, on March 8, 1973. His birth name was Sarvajna. He came from a family of well-known scholars. His father was Pandit Rangacharya Guttal, and his mother was K.S. Rukmabai. His grandfather was also a respected spiritual leader, Shri Satyapramoda Tīrtha Swamiji.
Becoming a Monk (Sannyasa)
Sarvajna decided to become a sannyāsi, or monk, when he was 23 years old. This happened on April 24, 1996, in Tirukoilur, Tamil Nadu. He received his new name, Satyātma Tīrtha, from his grandfather, Shri Satyapramoda Tīrtha Swamiji. He is also called Abhinava Raghūttama Tīrtharu because he became a monk directly from being a student (brahmacharya). He is only the second leader of the Uttaradi Math to do this.
Helping the Community
Sri Satyatma Tirtha believes in helping society. Through the Uttaradi Math, he supports important causes.
- He encouraged Rajendra Singh, known as the "waterman of India," to speak about saving water.
- He helps needy students by giving about ₹5 lakhs (around US$10,000) each year. This is done through Uttaradi Math and Vishwa Madhwa Maha Parishat.
Flood Relief Efforts
He has provided help to people affected by floods.
- In 2009, he sent relief supplies to flood victims in several districts of Karnataka.
- He also helped build 100 low-cost homes for those who lost their houses.
- He adopted a village in Raichur, Karnataka, to help it develop.
- He wants religious centers to play a bigger role in solving modern problems.
Spiritual Talks
Sri Satyatma Tirtha gives spiritual talks called pravacana. Many people, especially followers of Madhvacharya, come to listen. He often speaks about ancient Vedic subjects.
- He has given talks in many cities like Bangalore, Hyderabad (India), and Chennai.
- He also leads programs that help people develop their personalities.
- He has written several books on topics like personality development, religion, and philosophy.
- He encourages other writers to create books about religious experiences.
- He gives talks in different languages, including Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Marathi.
Books Based on His Talks
Sri Satyatma Tirtha's teachings have been put into several books. These books share his ideas on various topics.
- Satyātma Sudhā is a collection of his lectures.
- The Quest contains answers from his question-and-answer sessions.
- Dheemahi: The Glory of Gayatri Mantra is about the Gayatri Mantra.
- Atma Lahari is another collection of his lectures.
These books are available in Kannada, English, and Hindi.
Chaturmasya Deeksha
Monks usually travel a lot, but during a period called Chaturmasya, they stay in one place. This is a time for deep contemplation and devotion to God. In 2017, Satyatma Tirtha observed his Chaturmasya deeksha in Palamoor, Telangana. He stayed there from July 18 to September 6, 2017.
See also
- Dvaita Vedanta
- Works of Madhvacharya
- Works of Jayatirtha
- Uttaradi Matha
