Madurai, Tamil Nadu – Om Sree Saththisgurudev Gurukulam Foundation, under the divine guidance of Thavayogi Dr. J. Saththisgurudev Varma Asan Sidhha, is emerging as one of the most respected centers of spirituality and service in Tamil Nadu. Gurudev, who has been in deep penance for 16 years and practiced Mouna Viratham (silence) for 12 years, has dedicated his entire life to the welfare of humanity through spiritual enlightenment, holistic healing, and social service.
A Gurukulam of Service and Healing
The Gurukulam, located at Athmanathapuram, Uppodaipatti, Alagarkovil Road, Melur Taluk, Madurai, is more than just a spiritual center – it has become a place of refuge, healing, and nourishment. Every day, the foundation carries out its noble initiative called “Annaprasanam”, where 24-hour naturopathic food service is provided to:
Patients receiving Siddha Varma and Ayurveda treatments,
Devotees and seekers of spiritual guidance,
Sadhus, sanniyasis, sages, and the elderly who are often neglected in society.
In addition to food, the Gurukulam provides clothing support for sadhus and the needy, ensuring that no one who enters its gates feels deprived. The Foundation believes that feeding the hungry and clothing the poor is the truest form of worship.
Promoting Ancient Indian Wisdom
Apart from humanitarian service, the Gurukulam actively promotes Siddha medicine, Yoga Varma, Ayurveda, and holistic education. These ancient sciences, deeply rooted in Indian tradition, are offered here not merely as treatments but as a way of life to achieve physical healing, mental peace, and spiritual growth. Disciples and visitors alike describe the Gurukulam as a spiritual sanctuary where the atmosphere itself radiates calmness, healing energy, and divine blessings.
The Guru’s Vision of Compassion
Speaking about their mission, the Foundation shared: “We are overwhelmed and blessed to serve society in this humble way. It is our Guru’s vision that no one who enters the Gurukulam should suffer from hunger, neglect, or loneliness. Our service is not charity, but an offering to humanity and to God.”
Madurai – The Spiritual Capital of Tamil Nadu Madurai, one of the world’s oldest living cities, has always been recognized as the “City of Temples” and is often referred to as the “Athens of the East”. The city’s crown jewel, the Meenakshi Amman Temple, stands as a symbol of devotion and architectural brilliance, attracting millions of pilgrims from across the globe. The Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, the Alagarkoil Temple, and the sacred Vaigai River further add to the city’s spiritual charm.
Madurai has also been home to countless siddhars, saints, poets, and spiritual leaders whose teachings continue to inspire generations. It is in this sacred soil of devotion and spirituality that the Om Sree Saththisgurudev Gurukulam Foundation flourishes, carrying forward Madurai’s age-old legacy of compassion, service, and divine wisdom.
A Living Example of Service to Mankind
With its continuous service of food, clothing, spiritual guidance, and healing practices, the Foundation is becoming not just a center of faith, but also a humanitarian hub for the poor, the elderly, and the spiritually inclined. It reminds society of the timeless truth: “Service to mankind is service to God.”
Today, as Madurai continues to be celebrated globally for its temples, culture, and heritage, the Om Sree Saththisgurudev Gurukulam Foundation adds another proud feather to its cap – proving that in this holy city, spirituality is not just about rituals, but about love, service, and upliftment of humanity.