Divine Spectacle: Lord Panduranga "Appears" in Ritual Fire at Bangalore Temple
Divine Spectacle: Lord Panduranga "Appears" in Ritual Fire at Bangalore Temple
BENGALURU – A wave of spiritual fervor swept through the Shivajinagar area yesterday as devotees witnessed what many are calling a "miraculous appearance" of Lord Sri Panduranga Vittala during the Kumbha Abhisheka ceremony at the Sri Vittal Temple on Kamaraj Road.
The Incident
The incident occurred during the peak of the Homa (sacred fire ritual), a key part of the temple's Kumbha Abhisheka celebrations. As priests offered sacred oblations into the sacrificial fire, witnesses claim the flames momentarily took the distinct shape of Lord Panduranga, complete with His iconic posture—hands resting on His hips.
Devotee Reactions
The news spread rapidly across Bangalorepet, drawing hundreds of locals to the temple premises.
A Sacred Sight: Devotees present at the scene described the moment as "electrifying," with many breaking into chants of "Jai Vitthala, Panduranga Vitthala."
Blessings Sought: Following the ritual, a massive crowd gathered to take blessings and participate in the concluding ceremonies of the Abhisheka.
Digital Viral Moment: Photos and videos captured by onlookers have since gone viral on social media, with believers across the state hailing it as a divine sign of the Lord’s presence in the city.
Temple Significance
The Sri Vittal Temple on Kamaraj Road is a historic spiritual hub for the local community. The Kumbha Abhisheka is a rare and significant purification ritual performed to recharge the spiritual energy of the deity and the temple structure.
"To see the Lord manifest in the Agni (fire) during such a holy ritual is a blessing for the entire neighborhood," said one long-time devotee. "It feels like He has personally accepted our prayers."
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