GSBs Mutts, also known as mathas are important centers of spiritual and religious learning in Hinduism, involved in various spiritual and religious activities . Here are a four popular mutts that are significant in the context of GSB Brahmins and their religious practices:
- Kashi Math, Varanasi: The Kashi Math is a well-known religious place among GSB Brahmins. It is a centre of pilgrimage and spiritual learning located in Varanasi (Kashi), Uttar Pradesh. Shrimat Samyamindra Thirtha Swami (born 12 September 1982), also referred to as Shri Samyamindra Thirtha Swamiji, became the head (Mathadipathi) of the Kashi Math on 28 January 2016. GSB devotees often visit this math to engage in religious activities and seek spiritual guidance. Website: https://www.kashimath.org
- Gokarna Math, Karnataka: Gokarna Math is an ancient and revered matha located in the town of Gokarna in Karnataka. It is an important pilgrimage site for GSB Brahmins, and it holds religious significance within the GSB community.The current Mathadhipathi of Sri Gokarna Math Samsthan is H.H. Vidyadheesha Theertha Swamiji. Website : http://partagalimath.org
- Kavale Math, Goa: Kavale Math is another significant matha located in Goa, the ancestral land of GSB Brahmins. It plays a role in preserving cultural and religious practices specific to the GSB community. Present 77th Peetadipathi is Shrimat Shivananda Saraswati Swami Gauḍapādāchārya. Website: https://rssmumbai.org/index.php
- Shri Chitrapur Math, Karnataka: While not exclusive to GSBs, the Shri Chitrapur Math, located in Shirali, Karnataka, is associated with the Chitrapur Saraswat Brahmins, a subsect of the larger Saraswat Brahmin community to which GSBs belong. The present Mathādhipati of the Chitrāpur Math Param is Poojya Sadyojāt Shankarāshram Swamiji. He is currently the 11th Mathādhipati of the Shri Chitrapur Math. Website: https://chitrapurmath.net
It's important to note that GSB Brahmins may also affiliate with other mathas, temples, and spiritual centers based on their specific spiritual beliefs and practices. The mutts listed above are just a few examples, and GSBs may have connections to a wide range of religious and spiritual institutions beyond these.
Keep in mind that the religious affiliations and practices of individuals and communities can vary widely, and GSB Brahmins may have diverse connections to different mathas and religious institutions based on their personal and family traditions.
