Ancient and powerful temples built according to the science of temple building invariably held a sacred water body, where the visitors take a dip before entering the main temple. This was not only for physical cleansing and freshening, but also to activate and sensitize the energy body of the visitors, to prepare them to fully receive the energies and the grace.
The Theerthakund, located on the northern perimeter of the Outer Parikrama surrounding the Dhyanalinga Shrine, is one such sacred water body. Opened to the public on the 29th of March 2006, this unique underground pool specially consecrated by Sadhguru, has been the source of deep spiritual experiences for many. Built as a vaulted structure that shares the same aesthetics and building principles as the Dhyanalinga Temple, it employs simple, natural materials and earthy colours.
The rectangular water tank, framed by gigantic granite stones, is embedded 30 feet deep in the earth. Enormous stone steps drop down to the water body, as a spectacular, hand painted mural of the Maha Kumbh Mela, exuberant in its colors, shapes and expressions, unfolds on the raised, curved ceiling above. Drawing on the traditional mural painting style of Kerala dating back to the 15th century, and used primarily to decorate the walls of temples and palaces, these stunning frescoes use only natural colours and vegetable dyes.
The water is energized by the submerged Rasalinga, weighing over 660kgs. A dip in this vibrant water significantly increases spiritual receptivity and also rejuvenates the body.
