About This Sacred Event
The first ever event in Arizona, the Shata Chandi Sahita Maha Rudram is both a spiritual invocation for divine blessings and a sacred fundraising vehicle to secure land for the temple. Every dollar raised through this yagnam goes directly to our land acquisition fund.
Shata Chandi Sahita Maha Rudram is one of the most powerful and transformative Vedic rituals ever performed — a rare confluence of two supreme divine energies: Lord Rudra (the fierce form of Lord Shiva) and Goddess Chandi (the invincible form of Devi Durga/Parashakti).
Maha Rudram
Sri Rudram, also known as Rudra Prasna or Satha Rudriyam, is embedded within the Yajurveda and is hailed as one of the most substantial Vedic hymns dedicated to Lord Shiva’s Rudra aspect.
Maha Rudram consists of chanting Sri Rudram 1,331 times — performed by 11 groups (ganas) of 11 priests each, with each priest chanting 11 times. This is further elevated to Ati Rudram (11 Maha Rudrams = 14,641 chants). The Vedas declare: “One who chants Sri Rudram is freed of all sins; he is purified as if by Agni; Sri Rudram enables crossing of the ocean of Samsara.”
Shata Chandi
Chandi Homa is performed with the chanting of all 700 verses of the Sri Devi Mahatmyam (Durga Saptashati) from the Markandeya Purana, spread across 13 chapters. It recounts the divine victories of Devi over the demonic forces of Mahishasura, Shumbha-Nishumbha, and Madhu-Kaitabha.
When the Japa of Chandi mantras is done one hundred times, it is known as Shata Chandi — a monumental undertaking requiring numerous Vedic scholars chanting over several days, with sacred oblations (ahutis) offered into the Homa Kundam.
The Divine Union
Lord Rudra and Goddess Chandi together represent the Shiva-Shakti Tattva — the primordial masculine and feminine energies that create, sustain, and transform the universe. Their combined worship in this grand yagnam is believed to:
Sponsorship Tiers
All tiers include core Dharmavardhini privileges: your name on the temple’s permanent Donor Wall, an annual Shiva Parvathi Kalyanam in your family’s name for life, and an annual Vijayadasami Archana in your family’s name for life.
Tier | Land / Area | Contribution | Key Additional Privileges |
Maha Kshetra Yajamana | 1 Acre | $200,000 | Highest placement on Granite Donor Wall; lifetime Sankalpam at Shivaratri, Brahmotsavam & Navaratri; principal Yajamana role at Bhoomi Puja; ceremonial role in Shilanyasa & temple inauguration; premium Sri Lalitha Devi Silver Idol; reserved seating at major milestone ceremonies, private briefing with temple leadership; recognition in temple website and major campaign publications |
Kshetra Ratna | ½ Acre | $100,000 | Prominent wall placement; lifetime Sankalpam at Shivaratri & Brahmotsavam; premium Sri Lalitha Devi Silver Idol; reserved seating at bhoomi puja, Shilanyasa & temple inauguration; recognition in temple commemorative publication |
Kshetra Bhushana | ¼ Acre | $50,000 | Wall inscription; lifetime Sankalpam at Shivaratri + one additional festival; ceremonial role at Bhoomi Puja/groundbreaking; enhanced Sri Lalitha Devi Silver Idoll commemorative plaque and shawl honor; reserved seating at major land and constructions ceremonies |
Kshetra Bandhu | ⅛ Acre | $25,000 | Wall recognition; lifetime Sankalpam at Shivaratri; annual Sankalpam at one designated event; invitation to Bhoomi Puja/Shilanyasa; inscribed Sri Lalitha Devi Silver Idol; preferred seating at milestone events |
Bhoomi Vardhini Patron | 2,700 sq. ft. | $10,001 | Wall recognition; lifetime Sankalpam at Shivaratri; Sankalpam at one land-donor puja; special Sri Lalitha Devi Silver Idol; commemorative plaque and shawl; invitation to Bhoomi puja, Shilanyasa and inauguration |
Bhoomi Vardhini Benefactor | 1,300 sq. ft. | $5,001 | Wall recognition; lifetime Sankalpam at Shivaratri; Sri Lalitha Devi Silver Idol; commemorative certificate; recognition during annual donor gathering; |
Dharmavardhini Foundation Member | 600 sq. ft. | $2,501 | Wall recognition; lifetime Sankalpam at Shivaratri; Sri Lalitha Devi Silver Idol; foundation member certificate; invitation to Bhoomi puja, and milestone events |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this event relate to the temple land acquisition?
Every dollar raised goes directly into our dedicated land acquisition fund — never toward general operations.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes, Sri Lalitha Temple is a U.S. tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. You will receive an official receipt.
What kinds of donation can I make?
Matching / gift/ stock etc (update as per dharmavardhini)
Can I sponsor as a family, group, or in memory of someone?
Yes, we welcome family, group, memorial, and corporate sponsorships. Contact us to arrange a custom sponsorship.
What if I can’t afford even the lowest tier?
Every contribution matters. We also welcome volunteers and in-kind support — please reach out.
When and where does the yajna take place?
October 14–18, 2026, at Sri Lalitha Temple, 3210 W Bell Rd. All sponsors and their families are warmly invited.
To Sponsor or Learn More
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