Priest

Acharya Sri Bharadwaj is a distinguished Shaivagama Priest and expert in Shaivaite traditions, with over 14 years of experience in spiritual leadership. He holds a graduate degree in Aagama Mani from Veda Shaivaagama Patashala, Palani Thirukoil, and a post-graduate degree in Shaivaagama from Sri Venkateshwara Vedic University, Tirupati.

Expertise
– Performing Vedic rituals, homams, and reciting Ganapati Thalam and Devi mahathmyam
– Leading Kumbhaabhishekams and other sacred ceremonies
– Teaching Shlokas, Shaiva tatvam, and siddhantam to devotees of all ages
– Providing spiritual guidance and counseling

Qualifications
– Graduate degree in Aagama Mani from Veda Shaivaagama Patashala, Palani Thirukoil
– Post-graduate degree in Shaivaagama from Sri Venkateshwara Vedic University, Tirupati

Awards and Honors
– Chandi Yaagna Kala Rathnam from Sri Mahankali Amman Temple, Myanmar
– Shiva Yaaga Velvi Thilagam from Virutheeshwar Temple, Coimbatore
– 2nd place at University level in Shaivaagama from Sri Venkateshwara Vedic University, Tirupati

Services Offered
– Shaivagama

Language Skills
– English
– Tamil
– Telugu

Current Affiliation
– Shaivagama Priest, HTCAR Temple, Little Rock, Arkansas

Personal Statement
As a devoted priest, I am committed to serving the spiritual needs of my temple community and promoting the values of Shaivaite traditions. I am passionate about teaching and guiding devotees on their spiritual journey.