Sadhguru's foot photo selling for Rs 3,200 on Isha Foundation website sparks reactions online; netizens say “economy is so bad even Sadhguru is…”

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, a 67-year-old spiritual leader, is the founder of the Isha Foundation, which is known for promoting spirituality, meditation, and inner well-being. Located near Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, the foundation hosts various programs aimed at enhancing personal and collective consciousness.

Recently, a photograph of Sadhguru’s feet was listed for Rs 3,200 on the Isha Foundation’s official e-shop, Isha Life. The product is marketed as a sacred item, intended to help followers strengthen their spiritual connection with the guru. According to the product description, the act of bowing down to a Guru’s feet is believed to enhance one’s proximity and bond with the Guru.

The listing sparked a wide range of reactions on social media, with many users sharing humorous takes on the situation. One commenter quipped, "Sole touching moment," while another noted, “In the past, people offered dakshina for touching the feet of their gurus. Now, Sadhguru has innovated by selling pictures of his feet.” Others joked about the economy, with one user remarking, “The economy is so bad even Sadhguru is selling foot pics.”
Not everyone found the listing amusing. Some defended the tradition behind the product, viewing it as a means of showing respect to spiritual leaders. One supporter, Kush Sareen, shared, “If we can show respect by touching the feet of our elders and gurus, what is wrong with keeping a photo of their feet?”
This incident highlights the ongoing dialogue between traditional spiritual practices and modern commerce. As spirituality adapts to contemporary society, such instances are increasingly subject to scrutiny, humour, and discussion in the age of social media.
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