Shri Deviba

From a very early age, Shri Deviba showed signs of a deep yearning for spirituality and She would eventually become a modern day Saint of the highest degree. Fondly known as Ba, She would spend most of her time in puja, path, organising satsangs and serving sadhu Sants from a very early age. She was married to Shri Shivguruji on 11/05/43 and they spent the rest of their lives in Kadi, North Gujarat. Ba was forever immersed in the divine light of Shri Vidya. Later she was given Mantra Updesh and Purnabhishek by Shri Dev Shankar Trivedi.

Srī Devi Ba and Srī Shivguruji, known as the Divine Couple of Srī Vidya, embarked upon a unique spiritual journey that inspired Sadhakas (spiritual aspirants) across continents. Their lives were a testament to the harmony of spiritual devotion and worldly duty, embodying the divine archetypes of Kameshvara and Kameshvarī, making them beloved by their disciples and devotees alike.

Srī Devi Ba: The Epitome of Guru Bhakti and the Essence of Srī Vidya Devotion

Born with a natural inclination towards spirituality, Srī Devi Ba was known for her unyielding devotion from an early age, finding joy in daily Puja, Patha (recitation), organising Satsangs (spiritual gatherings), and serving wandering monks and saints who passed through her village. Her marriage to Sri Shivguruji in 1943 only deepened her spiritual path, as the two would complement and support each other’s journeys in the Srī Vidya tradition. Although her formal education was minimal, Srī Devi Ba's intuitive understanding of spiritual truths and her devotion to her Guru, Sri Devshankar Trivedī, were nothing short of remarkable.

After receiving Mantra Upadesha and Purnabhishek (Full Initiation) from her Guru, Ba's life took on a Divine rhythm. Her mornings began in deep meditation and sacred rituals, conducted before anyone in the household awoke, maintaining a balance between her family responsibilities and her spiritual practice. Even in an orthodox household, Srī Devi Ba continued her daily nitya puja, completing her duties as a devoted wife and mother, thus becoming a guiding light for householders on the spiritual path, showing them how to integrate spiritual practice with worldly responsibilities.

In the 1970s, Srī Devi Ba embarked on a remarkable journey of Tapasya (Austerity) by vowing to complete one crore (ten million) recitations of the Sri Vidya mantra. She travelled to the banks of the sacred Narmada River, choosing to immerse herself waist-deep in the river while performing this intense practice. For three and a half years, she lived in a simple hut, surrounded by the ascetics of the Aghor sect, persevering through harsh weather and challenging conditions. Her dedication and strength were nothing less than miraculous, drawing the attention and reverence of the local sages. During this period, it is said that she would frequently see visions of Bala Tripurasundarī, her chosen deity, who would bless her with glimpses of divine realms and bestow upon her mantras that enhanced her spiritual prowess.

Upon completing her Tapasya, Srī Devi Ba wished to remain in the forest, pursuing a life of secluded meditation. However, her Guru, Sri Devshankar Trivedī, instructed her to return to society and share the teachings of Srī Vidya with those who were worthy and ready. In reverence to her Guru’s wish, Srī Devi Ba established the Sri Rajrajeshwari Peetham in Kadi, creating a haven for spiritual aspirants and a centre of authentic Srī Vidya practice. Srī Devi Ba's teachings and guidance inspired countless devotees to follow the path of the Divine Mother Goddess, and her legacy continues to thrive through the Peetham she founded.