Sanatan Dharma Timeline

Spanning from 5000 B.C. to 1981 A.D., the timeline chronicles the evolution of Sanatan Dharma, the rise and restoration of Kayavarohan, and the lineage of spiritual masters leading to Swami Kripalu’s life, teachings, and impact in India and the U.S.

The timeline traces the evolution of Sanatan Dharma from the early Aryan and Dravidian cultural synthesis to the compilation of the Vedas and the spread of its teachings by sages like Vyasa and Vishvamitra. Key events include the rise of Lord Lakulish, the establishment of the Swami Order by Sage Shankara, and the preservation of Kayavarohan through invasions. In the 20th century, Swami Kripalu’s spiritual journey unfolds, with his initiation, deep sadhana, and eventual connection with Yogi Amrit Desai, leading to the spread of his teachings in the U.S. and the establishment of Kripalu centers.

5000 B.C.

Aryans Appear

Aryans appear and expand into Europe, Russia and India.

3700 B.C.

Dravidian and Aryan Cultures Mix

The Dravidian and Aryan cultures mix. Sage Brihaspati synthesizes Sanatan Dharma as a mix of these two cultures.

3000 B.C.

Sage Vyasa

Sage Vyasa compiles the Vedas and writes the scriptures of Sanatan Dharma.

1300-400 B.C.

Sage Vishvamitra

Sage Vishvamitra spreads Sanatan Dharma, builds the city of Kayavarohan and establishes the Brahmanic Priesthood in India.

200 B.C.

Lord Lakulish

Lord Lakulish appears, restores Kayavarohan and spreads Sanatan Dharma.

700 A.D.

Sage Shankara establishes the Swami Order in India.

1025 A.D.

The Muslims invade India and destroy Kayavarohan. The Kayavarohan statue is buried in a field and not destroyed by the Muslims.

1866 A.D.

A farmer finds the Kayavarohan statue in his field. It is placed in a temple to Shiva in Kayavarohan.

1913 A.D.

Lord Lakulish

Lord Lakulish initiates Swami Pranavananda into Shaktipat Kundalini Yoga.

1913 A.D.

Swami Kripalu

Swami Kripalu is born.

1930 A.D.

Swami Pranavananda

Swami Pranavananda dies. Lord Lakulish assumes his body and saves the young Kripalu from suicide.

1942 A.D.

Swami Kripalu

Kripalu becomes a swami.

1953 A.D.

Swami Kripalu

Swami Kripalu’s kundalini awakens and he begins his sadhana.

1955 A.D.

Swami Kripalu visits Kayavaroha

Swami Kripalu visits Kayavarohan and recognizes the form on the Kayavarohan statue as the divine form of his guru, Lord Lakulish.

1958 A.D.

Swami Kripalu

Swami Kripalu begins 12 years of silence. He establishes his Malav Ashram.

1968 A.D.

Lord Lakulish

Lord Lakulish commands Swami Kripalu to restore Kayavarohan.

1970 A.D.

Swami Kripalu

Swami Kripalu initiates Yogi Desai into Shaktipat Kundalini Yoga.

1971 A.D.

Swami Kripalu

Swami Kripalu initiates Rajarshi Muni into Shaktipat Kundalini Yoga. Swami Rajarshi Muni moves to Malav.

1974 A.D.

Lord Lakulish appears to Swami Kripalu

The new temple in Kayavarohan is completed and dedicated. Lord Lakulish appears to Swami Kripalu and infuses his energy into the statue.

1977 A.D.

Swami Kripalu Sadhana at Muktidam

Swami Kripalu visits the United States and remains for 4 ¼ years. He does his sadhana at Muktidam, the “house of liberation,” in Sumneytown, Pennsylvania.

1981 A.D.

Swami Kripalu Returns

Swami Kripalu returns to India on September 27, 1981.

December 1981 A.D.

Swami Kripalu Passing

December 29th, 1981 A.D. Swami Kripalu leaves his body.

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