The Sree Sundareswara Temple stands as a testament to the transformative vision of Sree Narayana Gurudeva, an enlightened soul who brought forth the principles of One World Vision and Universal Humanity rooted in Advaita Siddhanta. Gurudeva, a beacon of light in the modern age, bestowed upon the world a profound worldview, offering solutions to the myriad problems and crises faced by human society. The history of Sribhakti Samvardini Yoga and the Sri Sundareswara Temple intertwines with the societal evolution in Malabar. This rejuvenation in Malabar coincided with a surge in material prosperity and spiritual progress linked to three significant temples Sri Jagannath Temple in Thalassery, Kozhikode Sri Kantheswara
more Temple, and Kannur Sri Sundareswara Temple, all founded by Gurudeva. The 18th century marked a turning point in Malabar, challenging Kerala's caste dynamics due to British rule and the spread of English education. Winds of change blew as individuals from marginalized communities, armed with English education, entered government jobs and military service. The educated elite, having gained worldly experience, endeavoured to uplift their communities. The philanthropist Kunhikannan from Varathur Kani, witnessing Gurudeva's revival efforts in South Kerala, was inspired to invite him to Kannur. This meeting in 1905 marked the beginning of the Sri Narayana revival in Malabar, not only at the Kannur Sri Sundareswara Temple but also in the broader context of the region. Gurudeva, questioning the need to intervene in a Malabar seemingly free from caste issues, was convinced by Kunhikannan that spiritual reform was essential for complete development. With Gurudeva's approval, a committee, including leaders like Choi Butler and Chamakala Kannan, initiated the temple's construction. In 1907, Gurudeva visited Kannur, and the Sri Bhagaval Bhakti Pradipayogam was established for temple construction. Renamed Sri Bhakti Samvardini Yuga in 1913, the organization played a pivotal role in completing the temple by 1916, when Gurudeva himself conducted the consecration ceremony—subsequent years witnessed expansions and improvements, making the temple a hub for cultural and educational activities. Beyond providing spiritual solace, the temple, managed by the Sreebhaktisamvardini Yuga, oversees educational institutions, hostels, and charitable initiatives, aligning with Gurudeva's teachings. The history of the Sri Sundareswara Temple and the Sri Bhaktisamvardini Yuga is integral to the larger Kerala renaissance initiated by Gurudeva in 1888, contributing significantly to the society's spiritual, material, and educational prosperity.