The Ancient & Modern History of Aaiyyanism
Around 3,500 years ago (1500 BC) the works of the ancient Dravidians were almost lost. During the Aryan invasion from the north, many ancient schools and temples were destroyed or absorbed into mainstream Vedic philosophy.
Vedic scholar Guru Bhimashankar Dattatriya, while on his kSaitraja Atyadhvan (wandering of a scholar), came upon a near-deserted Dravidian temple near Mahabalipuram. Only one Swami remained — Swami Aaiyyan — the incarnation of Murugan.
It took the Guru 12 years to comprehend the Twelve Rings of Aaiyyan. Upon grasping the final sermon, he realised that Aaiyyan was actually the Avatar form of Malaikilavon, the Lord of the Hills. Aaiyyan then taught the Guru the seven secret keys of the Universal gate.
According to Aaiyyanist Doctrine, humans have existed on this planet for around a hundred thousand years, when the spiritual and material worlds were far closer than they are now. Humans, Gods (Devas), Spirits, Demons (Asuras) and other beings existed in multiple planes of reality where they could pass through easily and interact.
The ancient Aaiyyanists and Kalaiyyan rulers were skilled in using the magic of Dravidian symbols (Yantras) to unlock boundaries between dimensions via energy resonance.
The Yantras represent an ancient script used as keys to unlock pathways to different dimensions (Lokas). Once opened, power flows between realms, resulting in a transference of resonant energy that can affect the physical and spiritual dimensions.
One hundred thousand years ago, Murugan Aaiyyan came to earth and taught humanity how Yantras unlock doors to various dimensions — positive (Lokas), negative (Talas) or combinations of both. The early Aaiyyanist pioneers then explored this Universe through astral projection, discovering new Yantras and keys to other dimensional spaces.
After Guru Dattatriya there were 11 further Master Gurus in succession — four were female, two were of indigenous tribal origin, revealing the oneness of all beings. The Gurus were anointed during the early part of the Kali Yuga cycle (denoted as 3102 BC).
| # | Name | Period | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhimashankar Dattatriya | 1543–1462 BC | Vedic scholar who discovered Swami Aaiyyan at Mahabalipuram. Spent 12 years learning the Twelve Rings of Aaiyyan and the seven secret keys of the Universal gate. Founded the Central School of Aaiyyanism in 1467 BC. |
| 2 | Vitachinta Dwivedi | 1490–1401 BC | Successor to Dattatriya. His pupil later contributed to the TaColvian Yantra, combining curse reflection and dissipation abilities. The Dwivedi lineage had great skill in the Abhichaara (Tantric) arts. |
| 3 | Hotriya Upadhyaya Female | 1435–1343 BC | The first female Master Guru. Demonstrated that spiritual attainment transcends gender, a principle embedded in Aaiyyanism from its earliest days. |
| 4 | Jagadhguru Kanyakubja | 1373–1288 BC | Expanded the teachings across Southern India. Known for his systematic codification of Aaiyyanist rituals and philosophical discourse. |
| 5 | Mena Sarasvata Female | 1320–1231 BC | The second female Master Guru. Contributed to the preservation of the oral tradition (Shrutiyyan) and the development of the VarNa (Art) School. |
| 6 | Yogi Gauda | 1266–1168 BC | Master of Jnana Yoga and meditation. Advanced the practices of astral projection and dimensional exploration that became central to Aaiyyanist training. |
| 7 | Modanatha Dravidas Mahavashtriyan Indigenous | 1193–1106 BC | The first indigenous tribal Master Guru. His inclusion affirmed Aaiyyanism's rejection of caste and ethnic barriers. Specialist in the Aardra (Green) School traditions. |
| 8 | Vithi Telgu Female | 1134–1042 BC | The third female Master Guru. Renowned for her mastery of healing Yantras and her work in developing the system of body-specific healing symbols. |
| 9 | Dravida Karnataka Indigenous | 1066–970 BC | The second indigenous Master Guru. Carried forward the universal message that spiritual enlightenment is available to all beings regardless of origin. |
| 10 | Tikshnapriya Sarasvata | 1000–911 BC | Known for sharp intellect and philosophical rigour. Contributed to the Nitugatiyyan school of logical argumentation within Aaiyyanist doctrine. |
| 11 | Konavadin Prajapati | 929–843 BC | Developed the sacred cotton canvas (Guru Prajapati Holy Cotton) still used today for hand-painted Yantras of the highest quality. |
| 12 | Asha Saptrishi Female | 877–778 BC | The final and twelfth Master Guru. An incarnation of Ammiappan — the divine fusion of Shiva and Parvati. She awakened after drawing the Ammiappanallyan Yantra, entering the Atarttukakaavatiyan state: hidden godhood within human form. Gateway to mastering the Lokas. |
The progeny of Shiva and Parvati, Murugan came to earth and taught humanity how to use Yantras to unlock dimensional doorways. He is the foundation upon which all Aaiyyanist knowledge rests — the merging of masculine and feminine into One.
The ancient Kalaiyyan rulers were skilled in using Yantras to unlock dimensions. They governed during a period when the spiritual and material worlds were closer, allowing interaction between Humans, Devas, Asuras and other beings across multiple planes of reality.
A Tantric Guru King who could converse with Asuras and embraced negative energy to understand the Universal oneness of Om. He discovered the TaColvian Loka space through astral projection — the positive dimensional series that reflects and dissipates curses. His work formed the basis of the TaColvian Yantra.
His well-intentioned use of Aluvalian and Kacuian symbols to generate material prosperity risked spiritual corruption. High Aaiyyani Kavian responded by discovering the Arulian Yantra as a counterweight — building spiritual wealth to maintain cosmic equilibrium between material gain and spiritual purity.
The highest-ranking spiritual authority during King Advaiyyan's reign. She perceived the danger of wealth-generating symbols creating resonance with the Tala dimensions. Her discovery of the Arulian Yantras and their codification in the KalKarpian text represents a critical negotiation between material necessity and spiritual purity.
The last Dravidian Swami remaining at the ancient temple near Mahabalipuram. Recognised as the incarnation of Murugan (Malaikilavon, Lord of the Hills). He taught Guru Dattatriya the Twelve Rings and the seven secret keys, ensuring the knowledge survived for future generations.
Known in Dravidian tradition as Diyusdathiyan, the celestial teacher of the Gods. He resonates with Jupiter's expansive energy, dissolving ignorance with pure light. When Jupiter nears Earth, the veil between his realm and ours thins — the optimal time to summon him via the Diyusdathiyan Yantra.
The demon Surapadman, representing the ego-self, partially blocked humanity's ability to explore new dimensional spaces. Murugan destroyed him with the Vel (spear) gifted by Parvati — a profound narrative demonstrating that a part of the self must destroy the ego to attain total liberation.
Born in 1943. High Aaiyyani Aditi has taught Aaiyyanists around the world the beauty of the Aardra School. She lives in Tamil Nadu running a private Aaiyyanist school.
Born as "Siven" in 1876. Memorised the 12 Rings of Aaiyyan by age 8, had psychic visions by 10 and completed his studies at 15. Travelled India for 40 years producing wondrous texts, paintings and poems until his ascension in 1958.
Born in 1911. Dedicated himself to the poor and founded the MaunaM School in the 1960s. Worked in Tibet and Nepal showing great skill in healing and clairvoyance. Ascended in 2002.
Head administrator of the Aaiyyani Chamber with the title Abhicara Aaiyyani. Born with a spinal disfigurement, he devoted his life to housing and feeding the poor. Master Clairvoyant who could communicate with Spirits, Gods and Inner Aaiyyanists. Ascended in 1980.
Promoted from Swami to Guru by the Aaiyyanist Chamber for his tremendous service in spreading Aaiyyanism to the English-speaking world. He prefers to sit side by side and share in the wealth of spirituality rather than lecture — the higher being is yourself.
High Aaiyyani based in Tamil Nadu. Collaborates with Guru Dhaval producing large canvases of major Yantras in the Ottiyanam style — an ancient form characterised by yellow on black tint.