Malladihalli Sri Raghavendra Swamiji (1890–1996), often called
: He authored several influential books, including "Brihad Yogadarshana," a comprehensive guide to all aspects of Yoga and Angamardana kriya . Social and Educational Impact malladihalli sri raghavendra swamiji
In , Raghavendra Swamiji arrived in Malladihalli. He stayed to help victims of a cholera outbreak and ultimately made the village his "Karmabhumi" for over 50 years. Martial Arts & Physicality : He studied under
Swamiji’s teachings were simple and practical: Mallakambh (pole gymnastics)
He took Sannyasa (renunciation) at a young age and was bestowed with the title "Raghavendra." His spiritual lineage was rooted in the Dwaita (dualistic) tradition, yet his praxis transcended sectarian boundaries. He was deeply influenced by the Advaita philosophy of Adi Shankaracharya and the Bhakti movement, synthesizing these into a universalist approach. His spiritual practice was characterized by intense Tapas (austerities) in the caves of the Krishna River basin and the forests of the Western Ghats.
: He studied under Manekrao in Baroda, learning wrestling, Mallakambh (pole gymnastics), and various weaponry.