Who Was Machamuni Siddhar?

Machamuni Siddhar, also known as Matsyendranatha in North India, holds a distinguished place in both Tamil Siddha tradition and the broader lineage of Hatha Yoga and Natha Sampradaya.

Mythic Origins

• According to lore, he originated from a fish that overheard Shiva’s teachings to Parvati and attained enlightenment. Later reborn as Machamuni, he continued his spiritual quest under divine grace. siddhars.comDharma Pulsesiddhapaths Webseite!

Early Life & Lineage

• Raised and mentored by Siddhar Pinnakeesar, he received foundational spiritual guidance. siddhapaths Webseite!Dharma Pulse

• He further advanced under the tutelage of Siddhar Kakapujandar, cultivating profound yogic insights. siddhapaths Webseite!Dharma PulseHinduPad

• He acknowledged Siddhar Bogar and Nandeeswarar as his gurus, demonstrating a rich spiritual lineage. siddhars.comsiddhapaths Webseite!

Spiritual Practices & Powers

• Engaged in Vaasi Yoga for 12 years—a potent breath-control meditation technique—and awakened the Ashta Siddhis (eight supernormal powers). Priest ServicesDharma Pulse

• Embarked on deep meditation, reaching the spiritual state known as Jeeva Samadhi (entering eternally into meditation while alive) at Thiruparankundram, Tamil Nadu. Dharma PulseAnaadi FoundationPriest Services

Contributions: Teaching & Medicine

• Revered as one of the 18 Tamil Siddhars, he’s also considered the founder of Hatha Yoga and the Natha Sampradaya, as taught by Shiva. Wikipedia+1Anaadi Foundation

• Seen as the mentor of Gorakshanath, he is part of both Shaiva and Buddhist traditions and sometimes revered as an incarnation of Avalokiteśvara. WikipediaAnaadi FoundationSannidhi The Presence –

• His works blend Siddha medicine, alchemy, spiritual wisdom, and yogic philosophy, bridging the physical and metaphysical realms. Dharma PulseAnaadi FoundationPriest Services

Literary Legacy

Machamuni authored a remarkable set of works—primarily in Tamil—each typically containing 800 or fewer verses, spanning diverse spiritual and medicinal themes:

• Machamuni Perunool Kaviyam (800)

• Machamuni Sarakku Vaippu (800)

• Machamuni Vagaram (800)

• Machamuni Yogam (800)

• Machamuni Vaithiyam (800)

• Machamuni Thirumandiram (800)

• Machamuni Gyanam (800)

• Machamuni Vedantham (800)

• Machamuni Gurunool (800)

• Machamuni Thitchavidhi (100)

• Machamuni Thandagam (100)

• Machamuni Gyana Thitchai (50)

• Machamuni Sthoola Sukkuma Karana Gyanam (30)

• Machamuni Suthiram (21) siddhars.comAnaadi Foundationsiddhapaths Webseite!

Humanitarian Legacy

• Machamuni was renowned for his selfless service, giving away all his wealth for the welfare of the poor—a testament to his compassion and renunciation of worldly ties. siddhapaths Webseite!Dharma PulseHinduPad

At a Glance