Profound Experience at Chamundi Hills – Seeking Insights on My Connection with Goddess Chamundeshwari

Hi everyone, I wanted to share a deeply moving experience I had and seek insights from the community. I’ve always visited Chamundeshwari Temple in Mysore occasionally, but I never considered myself particularly spiritual—until October 16, 2024. It was the day of Teppotsava, just after Sharad Purnima, and I had a packed work schedule. But out of nowhere, I felt an unexplainable pull to visit Chamundi Hills. Without much planning, everything somehow aligned perfectly, and I found myself at the temple that evening. That darshan was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. As I stood before Maa Chamundeshwari, I was overwhelmed with tears, goosebumps, and an intense vibration in my hands. It felt as if a powerful energy engulfed me—I wasn’t just seeing the Goddess, I was feeling Her presence. What struck me even more was that the pujari told me things he had no way of knowing. It felt like a direct, divine moment. Since that day, I’ve visited the temple at least ten times, and while I always feel a connection, nothing has matched the intensity of that first experience. It was as if something awakened in me that day, shifting my perception of spirituality. I have a few questions for those more experienced in these matters: 1. What could this experience mean? Was it a sign, a calling, or something else? 2. Has anyone else had a similar sudden awakening experience in a temple? This experience has left me longing to understand and nurture this newfound devotion. I would love to hear your thoughts, insights, or personal experiences. Om Chamundeshwari Devi Namaha! 🙏