Sri Maha Periyava Idol - 2 Inches | Brass Paramacharya/ Shankaracharyar Statue For Home
"A Brass Maha Periyava Statue for Your Sacred Space — Divine Grace in Every Detail"
♦ Also known as the Paramacharya Idol, the Sage of Kanchi Idol, the Brass Idol, the Periyava Statue, the Maha Periyava Statue, and the Maha Periyava Idol.
♦ Origins:
The revered saint Sri Chandrasekarendra Saraswati Swamigal, the 68th Shankaracharya of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, is honored by the Maha Periyava statue. His heavenly knowledge, ascetic lifestyle, and relentless efforts to promote dharma uplifted millions. He was widely known as Maha Periyava or Kanchi Mahaswami. His teachings were based on practical spirituality and Advaita Vedanta. With spiritual accuracy, this brass idol depicts the sage's tranquil demeanor.
♦ Maha Periyava Idol are venerated and maintained in houses, temples, and organizations throughout Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and other southern states. His spiritual legacy continues to inspire via festivals, books, and discussions, and he has a following that spans generations. The brass Periyava figure has a special place in South Indian houses as a representation of wisdom and divine blessings.
♦ Usage & Applications:
perfect for locations for regular meditation and prayer
May be put in mantapams or locations for religious study
Used in ceremonies during Guru Purnima, Navaratri festivities, and the Jayanthi of Maha Periyava
Worshipped in order to find clarity, tranquility, spiritual development, and protection.
♦ Safeguarding Measures:
To protect the sanctity and radiance of the brass Maha Periyava statue:
Avoid direct sunlight or exposure to moisture.
Use dry cotton or a soft cloth to wipe clean.
Use natural brass cleaner (free of harsh chemicals) to occasionally polish.
When not in use, keep in a holy area or altar that is dry and dust-free.
♦ The Mahasamadhi day of the saint, Guru Purnima, and Chaturmasya are all times when this Periyava statue is highly revered. Many followers revere Maha Periyava as a Jagadguru—a spiritual instructor on par with heavenly beings—even if he doesn't stand for a deity in the traditional sense. The figure is frequently worshiped with deities such as Kamakshi Devi, Adi Shankara, and Lord Dakshinamurthy.
♦ Maha Periyava dedicated his life to Vedic learning, selfless service, and intense tapas. He was thought to be the personification of dharma. It is thought that having his idol will provide heavenly protection and spiritual knowledge. Texts like Deivathin Kural have recorded tales of his miracles and wisdom. The devotee is connected to his divine aura and guidance through the worship of his brass idol.
"With the Maha Periyava Brass Statue, you may bring home the presence of a living saint and welcome serenity, knowledge, and divine grace into your life. A timeless tribute for your holy place."
