Hindu Leader Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Condemns Betrayal of Uddhav Thackeray
VIDEO | Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath voices support for Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray, criticizes betrayal and calls for preservation of Hindu values
Uddhav ThackerayShankaracharya Swami AvimukteshwaranandShiv SenaHindu ValuesMaharashtra PoliticsReal Estate MumbaiJul 15, 2024
Swami Avimukteshwaranand emphasized the values of the Hindu religion, particularly the concepts of 'Punya' (virtue) and 'Paap' (sin), and categorized betrayal as one of the gravest sins. He stated that their pain over the betrayal would persist until Thackeray was reinstated as Chief Minister.
The Hindu leader also reflected on the sanctity of religious sites, criticizing the notion of replicating the Kedarnath Temple in other locations, such as Delhi, and underscoring the importance of preserving the authenticity of the twelve Jyotirlingas. He also highlighted an alleged scam involving 228 kg of gold in Kedarnath, calling for accountability and action.
The visit and the Shankaracharya's statements come at a time of heightened political tensions in Maharashtra, with Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction remaining vocal about various issues. Since Thackeray's ouster as CM by the BJP, which led to the division of the Shiv Sena into two factions, Uddhav's faction, along with that of the Congress and the NCP, swept the Maharashtra Lok Sabha polls, emerging as favourites to win the Assembly election in the state, slated to happen later this year.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand's support for Uddhav Thackeray could be seen as a significant endorsement, potentially impacting the political scene in Maharashtra.
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Shiv Sena (UBT) is a political party in India, founded by Bal Thackeray. Uddhav Thackeray is the current chief of the party. The party has been a significant force in Maharashtra politics.
Jyotirmath is one of the four sacred maths (monasteries) established by Adi Shankara, a revered Hindu philosopher and theologian.
Kedarnath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, a sacred Hindu temple located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand?
Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati is the Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath, a sacred Hindu monastery.
What was the purpose of Swami Avimukteshwaranand's visit to Mumbai?
Swami Avimukteshwaranand visited Mumbai to attend the wedding ceremony of Mukesh Ambani's son, Anant, with Radhika Merchant.
What did Swami Avimukteshwaranand say about Uddhav Thackeray's betrayal?
Swami Avimukteshwaranand stated that betrayal is one of the gravest sins and that their pain over Thackeray's betrayal would persist until he was reinstated as Chief Minister.
What is the significance of Kedarnath Temple in Hinduism?
Kedarnath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, a sacred Hindu temple located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, India, and is considered a symbol of Hinduism.
What is the current political scenario in Maharashtra?
The current political scenario in Maharashtra is marked by heightened tensions, with Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction remaining vocal about various issues, and the state is slated to hold Assembly elections later this year.
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