Shri Sudharmendra Teertharu

Dhyana Sloka

sudhAMshumiva saMbhootaM 
sujnAnEndra sudhAMbhudau |
sudhEsaMdOha saMsEvyaM 
sudharmEndra guruM bhajE ||

Sri Sujnanendra Tirtharu was the first to attain brindavana at Mantralaya after Sri Vadindra Tirtharu. He shared a close friendship with Appa, another revered figure. In a notable incident from his pUrvashrama (life before initiation into sanyasa), Sri Sujnanendra Tirtharu prostrated to Appa, who possessed aparoksha jnana (direct spiritual insight). In response, Appa remarked that from the next day onward, he would have to prostrate to Sri Sujnanendra Tirtharu, indicating that he was destined to become a sanyasi. This prophecy indeed came true, highlighting the spiritual depth and foresight of both individuals.