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April 2016
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The energies of Nature and Time are very minute and subtle embodiments. Date:
They are also form of Gods. Similarly, Day Topic:
Sadhu Vachanam
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Traditions-Fulfilments
Scriptures prescribe the worship of
Devi Mother of the Universe - during
this Vasanta Navaratri.
Rama along with Lakshmana
This form is among many of Ramas
form as Rakshaka - the protector.
agrata: pruhatacaiva
prvatacaiva mahbalau
karapra dhanvnau
rakt rma lakmaau
In front, rear and on my sides, the Ones of great
strength and valor with their bows drawn to
their full tightness in readiness, may that Rama
and Lakshmana defend me.
rm nm mani dp dhar jih dehari dwr| Tulsi bhtar bhr jo chhasi ujiyr||
Per the aphorism of Dwardehili Deepa Nyaya, lamp is placed at the entrance of
the house to brighten both inside and outside. Sant Tulsidas advocated to place
the self-luminous gem lamp of Rama on our tongue to remove both internal
as well as external ignorance and illumine both our mind and mundane.
Tulsi Das, Author of Sri Rama Charita Manas.
Spiritual Quest
(Answers by Sri Samavedam Shanmukha Sarma)
Rama sending Sita to forest is not easy to understand. Please elaborate subtleties in Ramas Dharma in this aspect.
Actions of great souls are incomprehensible and profound. Sometimes, they may seem to be Adharma at macro level but
are filled with nothing except Dharma at micro level. When two Dharmas clash in our life, it is very essential to achieve
harmonious balance between both choosing the higher dharma and leaving the lower dharma temporarily. At this juncture
of Ramas life, there is clash between His dharma as a king and as a husband. To be a king, it is very essential to be of
immaculate character. Though Rama is thoroughly aware that Sita is flawless despite the rumors, He chose to abandon Her
to reinstate faith about His integrity and transparency among His subjects.
Samarasya is Sanatana Samanvaya is Bharateeyata
r rma karmr ta
Rama Mantra
Saratara Upanishad mentions that Rama mantra is the quintessence of all the seven crore mantras. Mantra treatises
mention many forms of Rama mantra such as rma, r rma, r rmya nama:, r rma rma rma, r rma jaya
rma jaya jaya rma etc.
r rma jaya rma jaya jaya rma is Trayodasa Akshari Maha Mantra. Sri Samartha Ramadas
initiated Chatrapati Sivaji with this mantra whose unparalleled victorious saga needs no special
mention. In this mantra, Jaya is combined with Rama. In Sundarakanda, Hanuman says Jayatyati
Balo Rama: meaning Rama, the ever victorious and successful. But, what is success or victory? To
achieve more accolades, earn more money, get onto higher position, subduing all opponents, name,
fame Ancient sages defined Jaya very distinctly. Achieving Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha is
success. Acting in haste to attain Artha and Kama without Dharma is like building house without
foundation. Spirituality is nothing but to tune the lifestyle based on these objectives for the fulfillment
of life. Reciting this mantra bestows dharmic victory.
r rma rma rmti ram rm manram sahasra nma tattulya rma nma varnan
Above sloka is very popular. Lord Siva said this to Parvati that He derives eternal bliss always contemplating upon Rama,
which is equal to one thousand names of Vishnu. Lord called upon Parvati as Varaanane and Manorame meaning One
whose face is beautiful and One who is close to His heart applying feminine gender vocative case. But, in Sanskrit these
two words are also masculine gender locative case meaning One who has beautiful face and One who gives bliss. Hence,
the above sloka means that whoever contemplates upon the beautiful faced Rama gets eternal bliss. This sloka contains
Ramas form (Varanane) and tattvam (Manorame).
rmya rmabhadrya rmacandrya vdas raghunthya nthya sty: patay nama:
This is another Maha Mantra. Rama occurs three times in this mantra. One of the mantras in Rig Veda is bhadr bhadraya
sakmn gt meaning Bhadra went to forest along with Bhadra. Vedas propounded Rama as Bhadra i.e. one who
provides protection, benevolence, auspices, welfare etc. Ramabhadras nature and effect are Bhadra. Valmiki describes
Rama as candrakantnana rma atva priya darana meaning Rama is as pleasant and soothing as moon to one and
all. Sixteen qualities described about Rama are the sixteen Kalas (facets) of Ramachandra. Meditation of Ramachandra
removes all afflictions and gives peace. Vedhase means the creator. He incarnated as Raghunathaya i.e. lord in the clan
of Raghu. But, He is Nathaya, the Lord of the entire universe and the Lord of Sita.
pad mapa hartra dtra sarva sampad lkbhi rma r rma bhy bhy nammyaha
This is another Maha mantra. Salutations to Rama again and again, one who is worshipped by everyone and removes all hurdles and
grants all riches.
-Samavedam Shanmukha Sarma.
Ujjain has special place both spiritually and historically. Spiritually, this place is both Jyotirlinga (Mahaa Kaala) and Shakti Peetha
(Mahaa Kaali). Avanti Khanda in Skanda Purana narrates that Siva conquered Tripurasuras at this place. Puranas also mention that
emanation of planet Mars happened at this place. Historically, this place has been ruled over by one of the greatest emperors of
India King Vikramaditya, on whose name a new era called the Vikram Samvat is in vogue. Puranas mention that Gods also
participate in this Kumbha Mela. Ablutions in river Kshipra during this auspicious time not only confers multi-fold spiritual merits,
but also bestows unlimited mundane comforts. Congregation of devotees from different faiths such as Saiva, Vaishnava, Shakti,
Datta, Jain, Buddha, Sikh etc. in this Maha Kumbha Mela is monumental testimony to Bharats culture and traditions that
demonstrate the Unity in Diversity leading to national integration.
rmacandra prabh!
Major Festivals
iva jna
Samavedam Shanmukha Sarma.
Because, this real essential nature does not get entangled in the transformations of this universe and remains as the pure
consciousness, this is Nirmala Bhaasita Sobhitam. It is beyond illusion (Maya) filled with three qualities and hence it is
pure (Nirmala).
Upanishad mentions tasya bhs sarvamida vibhti. bhsita here means the self-effulgent luminosity that
illuminates even Sun and other light sources. This is Chit i.e. consciousness. Because It is the real embodiment of happiness,
it is Sobhitam (grandeur). One who experiences this become one with real infinite bliss, where in there are neither births
nor deaths or sorrows. That is Kaivalya (liberation).
Hence 3. janmaja du:kha
He is the embodiment of Sat-Chit-Ananda (Truth-ExistenceBliss), who absorbs the mundane afflictions. That is the
Supreme Brahman (Para Brahman) mentioned in the Vedas as
Tat. This is always serene, benevolent and pure. Hence,
Sadasivam tatpraammi sadiva liga
Following is the hymn extolled by Brahma and Murari in praise
of this Maha Linga nam nikala rpya nam nikala tjas
vinaka liga
(To be continued)
Announcements
Brahmasri Samavedam Shanmukha Sarma garu 2016 USA tour - June 2nd 2016 to August 10th 2016.
For details contact USA Coordinator Sri Dr.Ravi Jandhyala - (949) 307-6457; ravijandhyala@gmail.com
Bangalore
Rajahmundry
Visakhapatnam
Rushipeetham Puraskaram
Rushipeetham Puraskaram is awarded to those who imbibe and rejuvenate Sanatana Dharma dedicating their entire lives to practice
and mentor others living by example. This Puraskaram is not only to recognize those individuals for their colossal contributions in their
chosen field, but also to infuse spirit of confidence and pride in all those who practice Sanatana Dharma. Previous recipients of this
prestigious award include Sri Malladi Chandrasekhara Sastry garu, Sri Pullela Sri Ramachandrudu garu, Sri Dorbhala Vishwanatha Sarma
garu among others. This year renowned sculptor Shilpa Sastra Chakravarthi Padmasri S.M. Ganapathy Sthapathi is awarded this
Puraskaram on March 18, 2016 at Hyderabad. Sri Ganapathy Sthapathys contribution to the field of Sculpture needs no elaboration.
Many temples all over the world are constructed under his direct supervision. His involvement in redesigning the Mani Mandapam at
Tirumala, Sri Badarinath temple, and many other ancient temples in India is unparalleled. The gigantic Buddha idol conjoining Hyderabad
& Secunderabad, historic idols on tank bund road etc. reflect his thorough comprehension of history. Blending the science of Sculpture
(Shilpa) with aesthetics while strictly adhering to the traditions and scriptures has been the hallmark of all his works. His humility and
devotion to his Guru Sri Sri Sri Chandrasekhara Paramacharya is experienced by all around him. Chief Guest Sri PVRK Prasad garu
recollected many fond reminiscences of Sri Ganapathy Sthapati. Brahmasri Samavedam garu told the audience about Sri Sthapathys
unfathomable knowledge of Shilpa Sastra and resolute faith in his Guru. He said that Sthapathy garu who is working with indomitable
spirit and energy at the age of 86 is sure to inspire all the youth. Rushipeetham Visishta Sanchika 2016 and This is Our Eternal Dharma
were inaugurated by Sri PVRK Prasad garu and Dr. Ravi Jandhyala garu respectively.
Samarasya is Sanatana Samanvaya is Bharateeyata
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