NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - NOV-22-2019 : Episode 10

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakthi Suthram -  Chapter 01 - Para Bhathi Swaroopam:

Sutram 13:

Anyadhaa Paathithya Sankha!

Anyadhaa  = Otherwise, maybe, Paathithya Sankha = apprehension of fail

Meaning: If the established or accomplished personality did not follow the Sastras, there could be a chance of falling into the Maya flow and lose his/her achievement. Because the Maya is so powerful it can shake anyone in this Universe.

Sage Narada says, as long as the mortal body and mind exists, there is a possibility of meeting the danger of Maya. Until a person who absolutely unites with the ocean of Advaita, he/she must follow the Sastra because it is needed to sustain every second of life. Those who are discriminative and intellects should not trust the mind because it may deceive you anytime Deva Rishi even siting Lord Siva as an example by connecting with Mohini Avatar. 

By following Sastras nothing to lose, there is only gain for self as well as others.

   

Sutram 14:

Lokopi Thaavadeva, Bhojanaadhi-Vyaaparasthu Aasareera-dhaaraavadhi !

Lokopi = Customs, rules and regulations of mundane (ordinary) life or material world physical activities, Thaavath Eva = As long as it exists, Bhojanaadhi-Vyaapaaraha: = Eating habits and desires, Aasareera-Dhaaraavadhi = As long as the body is active.

Meaning: As long as the devotee or acharya is acting as a model for self as well as others, he/she should follow the customs of the material world. Also, one should take care of the required level of food until the body has its life in it. 

Narada Rishi says an accomplished person's body is an instrument belongs to God. His/Her body is very much needed to re-establish virtues for future generations. Therefore, even though he/she is already enlightened or accomplished (Siddha), maintaining a body which will help them to move around and spread the message of God. Such a person can always ask for food to maintain the body from the like-minded or from the devoted people. If he/she gets the food it is OK if not still OK. A true devotee will give credit to his/her Prarabdha instead of blaming or praising God or Doners. 

Another reason why one should take care of the body is that as long as the body is in good condition he/she can do Thathwa-vichara (meditating or contemplating on the cause of Aathma) through which he/she can attain true knowledge (Ghyaan) that will guarantee Mokha (Liberation).

Such devotees need to enjoy the luxury of food, shelter and comforts. A very minimal that is required to sustain the body is more than sufficient. So that humility and devotion still grew in them.

Sivoham

To be continued...

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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - NOV-15-2019 : Episode 09

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakthi Suthram -  Chapter 01 - Para Bhathi Swaroopam:

Sutram 10:

Anyaasrayaanaam Thyago-Ananyatha!

Anyaasrayaanaam  = Abandoning all other support, Thyago = Renouncing, Ananyatha = Other than Bhakti. 

Meaning: Once a devotee surrender himself/herself to Lord Vishnu (or other Upasanamoorthy) as an exclusive devotion, he/she attains God by itself. Such devotees never depend on anything other than the grace of God. 

Sage explains further that only through Bakthi every one including Gopikas, Cows, Trees, Snakes and Animals etc were attained God-hood, therefore, why not others could try to experience it. Since God is in the pure heart of devotees and devotees are in the purest heart of God, they always think about each other. God said once that he does not know anything other than his devotees and he is so busy taking care of devotees welfare.

Sutram 11:

Loka Vedeshu Thadhanukoola Charanam  Thadhwirodhishu Udhaseenatha!

Lokavedeshu = Whether ordinary life or Vedic life, Thadhanukoola-Charanam = Follow that is favourable to Bakthi, Thadhwirodhishu = Stay away from non-favourable, Udhaseenatha = Indifferent / Rejection.

Meaning: Any undertakings, whether Manasa, Vacha or Karmana, that creates obstacles to the progress of devotion must be outrightly rejected by the devotees. Whether the action belongs to worldly or spiritual matter. 

Deva Rishi is giving a warning signal to those who are trying to practice Bakthi Yogam. Devotees must surrender to God and do everything for the sake of God only.

Sutram 12:

Bhavathu Nischayadhaar-dyaa Dhoordwam Sastra-Rakshanam!

   

Bhavathu = Let it be, Nischayadhaar-dyaa Dhoordwam = Those who attained the divine-hood or firm establishment made in devotion or after realization of God, Sastra-Rakshanam = Must protect rules and regulations of Sastra (Scriptures/Doctrines of spiritual conclusions). 

Meaning: Even after realization, the devotee must respect and follow the discipline set by the various Sastras.

Narada Rishi says; though after abandoning all resources the Aspirant (Devotee) will become a realized divine personality. Yet, even such realized souls must respect and follow Sastras to set examples for future followers. All activities in line with Bakthi Marg are to be regularly practised for everyone's welfare. If this is the instruction for realized persons then what about casual people!

Sivoham

To be continued.

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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - NOV-08-2019 : Episode 08

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakthi Suthram -  Chapter 01 - Para Bhathi Swaroopam:

Sutram 07:

Sa Na Kaamayamaanaa Nirodharoopathwaath!

Sa = That Paramaprema Roopam (The supreme devotion), Na Kaamayamaanaa = Not lustful nor worldly desires, Nirodha-roopathwaath = In fact, it is the nature of suppression (Thyaagam). 

Meaning: Those who attaining Para Bakthi, will not have worldly desires or lustful view towards God. Moreover, they consider whatever they have to sacrifice to gain genuine Bakthi as their sacrifice or natural suppression for achievement. 

Prema (Devotion) is constantly moving towards God whereas the Kaama (Desires) is the mind's constant approach towards Vishaya (sensual pleasures). They are exactly opposite to each other like North and South poles. Those who always think of God will eventually receive the vision of God whereas, those who think of Vishaya will lead them to achieve Vishya Sukha only. Yath Bhavam Thath Bhavathi. Just like practice makes perfect.  

Human's interest in Aadhyathmikam (Spiritual) is also natural, however, it needs the right circumstances and practice to develop. Achieving Aadhyathmic Ecstacy is the ultimate goal of human beings. Lord Sri Krishna said those who surrender their mind to him need not worry about anything in life, thereafter it is his job to take care of them. 

Sutram 08:

Nirodhasthu Loka-Veda-Vyaapaaranyaasa:!

Nirodhasthu = Those who suppressed the desires, Loka-Veda-Vyaapaaranyaasa: = Abandoning all Worldly and Vedic activities.

Meaning: Once a devotee became genuine, then all his/her suppressed desires will become a sacrifice. Such activities could be from worldly matters or even Vedic desires. Everything is surrendered towards their personal God. 

Deva Rishi says that humans activities are prompted by the basic desire called "Kaama", the activation takes place through body, sensors and Mind (Sareera-Indriya-Manas). This could be for worldly living or the purpose of spiritual realization. Irrespective of anything, everything must be surrendered to God and work. 

Vaideeka Karmas are divided into two groups viz Pravruthi Dharma and the other Nivruthi Dharma. Pravruthi Dharma is for achieving worldly belongings and Nivruthi Dharma is for the liberation from transmigration system. 

A devotee must give up all Pravruthi Dharmas and follow Nivruthi Dharma. Once he/she realizes the Aathma Thathwam, he/she need not follow any type of Dharma. They are free from everything. Everything is needed only up to see me, once those who received my vision (Darsan) they are above all mundane rules, regulations and customs.  

Sutram 09:

Thasmin Ananyatha Thath Virodhishu Udhaseenatha Cha!

Thasmin = In that exclusive devotion, Ananyatha = Indifference (Bedhabhava), Thath Virodhishu = Obstacles, Udhaseenatha Cha = Free from affection.

Meaning: Once the devotee made up his/her decision to stick to one God concept (surrendered to him), thereafter, he/she will not entertain any other approaches to change his/her mind. In other words, all other messages that may occur as obstacles. However, the devotee need not disrespect other conviction or belief.  

Sage Narada emphasizing this part because there are plenty of books and message that criticise devotees and their trusted holy books. A true devotee will not fight or quarrel with them because of his/her conviction strong towards his/her God.

To be continued...

Sivoham.

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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - NOV-01-2019 : Episode 07

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakthi Suthram -  Chapter 01 - Para Bhathi Swaroopam:

Sutram 05:

Yath Praapya Na Kinjith Vaanchathi, Na Sochathi, Na Dweshti, Na Ramathe, Nothsaahi Bhavathi!

Yath Praapya = Those who attained or obtained, Kinjith Na Vaanchathi = Has no desire for anything, Na Sochathi = No Sorrows, Na Dweshti = No anger, Na Ramathe = Not interested in the sensual and pleasurable activities / No Joy, Uthsaahi Na Bhavathi = No feeling to act for anything self.

Meaning: Once a Sadhaka achieves devotion towards God, then he/she is not expecting anything in life except being with God itself. Never feel the sorrows of mundane life, never get angry with anyone, never get excited to enjoy the material life and never work towards self-gain. 

A real devotee will never allow his mind to wander around in this sorrowful world. He/She has a firm conviction that there is nothing to be achieved other than realizing God in himself/herself. 

Sage Narada explains certain facts and its characteristics of this material life that people usually come across. Once a person aware of its qualities and symptoms then he/she can be vigilant to defend its attack on him/her. It is not easy to become a "True Devotee". Those facts are 1. Sokha  (The loss of our favourites will create a big bad impact on our Chitha/Mind is called Sokha (Sorrows). In other words, all material comforts and enjoyments will eventually end up in sorrows. 2. Dwesha (A person or item that can create sorrows will produce Dwesha/Anger), 3.  Raaga (Those who either a person or an item that can provide happiness or joy is called Raaga), and 4. Rathi (Fulfilment of a favourable situation or a person or an item that creates a transformation of his/her mind is called Rathi). When a person gets the Rathi Sukha from the material or worldly activities that will not last for a long. Therefore, Narada Rishi says, put your mind and soul in God so that such Rathi Sukha will last forever until one achieves Mokha. This activity is also known as "Aathmarama Kreeda". Do all imaginations and joyful moments with your own Aathma/Soul. The Aathma is none other the God itself.

A true devotee will always say that "He/She would like to happily accept whatever be the rewards of Prarabdha Karma and practice spiritual activities. 

Sutram 06:

Yaghnaathwaa Mattho Bhavathi, Sthabdho Bhavathi, Aathmaa-Raamo Bhavathi!

Yaghnaathwaa = After known, Mattho Bhavathi = Became spiritous or intoxicated, Sthabdho Bhavathi = Become like a strong pillar, Aathma-Raamo Bhavathi =  Becoming a realized/rejoicing one's self or in the supreme spirit.  

Meaning: Those who achieved or realized Prama Prema (Highest pure devotion towards God) will act like an intoxicated person, not bound by local customs, he/she does not lose his/her conviction, in other words, stand like a strong pillar and defend any types of odds that may come in life and became a realized soul or rejoice one's self just like supreme spirit. 

So a true devotee during his/her sadhana period, achieves the most important rewards stage by stage viz.  "Labdhwa" (Received from God), "Praapyaa" (Achieved through self-efforts) and "Ghnaathwa" (Accomplished or Attained).    

Sivoham

To be continued.

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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - OCT-18-2019 : Episode 06

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakthi Suthram -  Chapter 01 - Para Bhathi Swaroopam:

Sutram 03:

Amrutha Swaroopa Cha!

Cha = And, Saa = That, Bakthi = Devotion, Amrutha = Nectar itself, Swaroopa = In the form of.

Meaning: Bakthi is not only unconditional love (Prema Swaroopa), but it also Amruta itself. Those who consume Amruta will attain Amarathwam, means they will be escaped from the transmigration system forever and merge into Paramathman itself. 

Sage Narada says, Bakthi's Prema Swaroopam is external (Bahyam) whereas the Amrutha Swaroopam is subtle and internal (Antharam) results of the Bakthi Upasana. Our ancient sages referred to Swarga (Paradise) and Bhog (Entertainment and Enjoyment) is mainly to attract humans to respect holy path. Through Bakthi one can attain the ultimate joy (Ananda) in his current and future life. A true devotee will never ask for Mukthi, whereas God gives him out of compassion as the reward to his/her devotion. 

One attains Bakthi and purity of mind (Manas) only through his/her Thyaga (Sacrificing sensual pleasure and comforts), Yoga (Selfless spiritual practices) and Vyakulatha (Restless), as a result, or satisfied by the God, grant him/her with pure Bakthi. The outcome of this practice suggests that the devotee does self-efforts (Swa-Prayathnam) and God showers compassion known as Upaya (Approach) whereas the end reward (Upeyam) for this effort is Moakshanandam (Liberation).   

Sutram 04:

Yellabdwa Poomaan Sidho Bhavathi, Amrutho Bhavathi, Thruptho Bhavathi!

Yellabdwa = When one gets this type of Bakthi, Poomaan = Human/Devotee, Sidha: = Accomplished, Bhavathi = Become/Happen, Amrutha = Nectar, Thruptha: = Fully satisfied / Contentment.

Meaning: When a person becomes the owner of Amrutha Swaroopa Bakthi, he/she shall become Poornagnan (Fully accomplished person), Amaran (conqueror of transmigration system) as well as Thrupthan (Fully satisfied or contented). 

Deva Rishi Narada says that the goal of human birth itself is to enjoy the beauty of Bakthi (Devotion), consume the Nectar and then attain Moksham (Liberation). A true devotee need not work hard to earn Mukthi as oppose to Bakthi. God will eventually reward him/her with Mukthi without fail. 

Sage Narada is also providing some easy methods/tips to the devotees for attaining God's blessings as Moksham. They are:

1. Detachment from Bhogam to develop Bakthi in God

2. Detachment from Vishaya Sakthi (Sensual pleasure) and intention to entertain oneself.

3. Un-interrupted innocent prayers. This is the only one Upaya (Remedy) to receive Bakthi in God. 

4. Walk towards God, don't look back and hesitate

5. Even when you are engaged in the worldly activities, listen to holy names, glories and spread his grace/message among living beings.

6. Earn the compassion and blessings of other devotees as well Maha Purushas, Gurus etc.

7. Live in the company of Sathsangees, though it is difficult to get it but one must make an effort.

8. One must melt the minute he/she gets a chance to think of God.

Sivoham

To be continued...

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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - OC-11-2019 : Episode 05

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakthi Suthram -  Para Bhathi Swaroopam:

Sutram 02:

Saa Thwasmin Paramaprema Roopa!

Saa = That, Bakthi = Devotion, Thu Asmin = Therefore, here, Parama Prema Roopa = Supreme Innocent Devotion. 

Meaning: Bakthi is nothing but a continues flow of innocent love towards Upasana Moorthy (God).

According to Deva Rishi Narad, Bakthi is divided into two parts based on its view/stage viz. Sadhaka and Sidhan. Bakthi Sadhana (Initial stage) is considered as Gaunam or Apara Bakthi or Saguna Paath, whereas the Bakthi Sidhan (Achiever) is considered as Mukhyam or Para Bakthi or Nirguna Paathi. 

Sage Narda's opinion that all most all beings worship God only to full fill their wishes, it is really rare to find a Nishkamya Bakthi Practicer! (Desireless Devotee). Some of the set of people practice Vairya Bakthi (Enmity towards God) and a chance to meet God and get killed by God due to their intolerable atrocities towards good people (Dharma Aathmaas). Sage Narada is accepting such an attitude of worship at the same time this practice has strong will power and determination in achieving the desired goal of the Aathma. This type of Bakthi is known as "Samrambha Yogam". The sad part of such practice is that God will give darsan and punish them too but not give Bakthi (Devotion) Rasam (Enjoyment). Whereas knowing God through Bakthi Sadhana is as good as enjoying a tasty sweet fruit. A devotee's faith will be firm only when he/she knows God's graceful act and magnificent greatness. 

A genuine innocent devotee will possess the following supreme qualities such as:

1. Supreme innocent devotion

2. Selfless attitude

3. God is always under his/her command

4. By hearing God's holy names the devotee will forget his/her existence and melt just like an iceberg.

5. While worshipping, the devotee's mind will be merged into the ocean of compassionate God. 

6. After gaining true knowledge, the devotee achieves permanent grace and mercy of God. 

7. Gyan and Bakthi (Knowledge and Devotion) will support each in retaining God's grace. 

Narada Rishi says why devotees' heart is melting when they achieve the highest quality of devotion? because Heart is the place where God resides in every being especially humans.  "Hrudhi Ayamithi Hrudhayam".  Hence upon realizing God the devotee's heart will naturally melt. 

Maharshi did not specify a particular God's name in this Sutra, but he carefully chose the word "Asmin" being Napumsaka Nama (Genderless) instead of Vishnu or Siva etc. He is also giving free hand to the devotees to place their Personal God (Upasana Moorthy).

To enjoy the Bakthi (Devotion) there has to be a small gap between God (Aradhya Element) and Devotee (Aradhyan), just like Dwaitham and Visishtadwaitham philosophy principle.

Sivoham

To be continued...

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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - SEP-27-2019 : Episode 04

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakthi Suthram -  Para Bhathi Swaroopam:

Sutram 01:

Om Harihi Om, Athadho Bakthim Vyakhyasyamaha!

Atha = Therefore, Now, Bakthi = Devotion, Vyakhyasyamaha = I will explain in detail

Sri Deva Rishi Narada Uvacha (Said) that Omkaram and Atha Sabdam (Sound) came out of Lord Brahma's throat. A - Alphabet or Sound represent many high-quality meanings as far as Sanathana Dharma has concerned such as primary sound in this universe, ever pervading Vishnu, Mooladhara chakram, Bhagawan Sri Krishna himself, the first alphabet in most of the languages, a sound that comes out without any efforts, beginning, Maha Ganapathy etc.. 

To be a master of any Sastra (Scriptures) one must possess Five basic qualities such as Arthithvam (Desire/Wish), Samarthyam (Smartness), Grandhaartha Medha Sakthi (Excellent Memory), Poorva Paada Parichayam (some knowledge about the subject) and Aachaarya Cha Grandha Viswasam (Faith in the learning subject as well as Guru's teachings). Whatever one learn in the presence of Guru only produce fruitful results. 

To learn a specific Sastra one must process pre-qualifications. For example, To learn Vedantham he/she should be a master of Sadhana Chathushtayam (Vivekam, Vairagyam, Shadka-Sampathi, Mumukshuthvam) and to learn Jaimini Suthram (936 Sutras) must be completed all four Vedas etc. whereas to practice Bakthi Yogam all he/she needs only a firm faith in God and liberation from transmigration. Devi Rishi also suggests that, he/she should not be a chronic a passionless or extream fond of everything. 

To practice Bakthi Yogam, one need not have even human body/life, the Athma can be in any being, there are no strict rules such as he/she has to be a human, born in the high caste system, good religion, holy land, divine personality etc... Those who wish to receive God's grace can practice Bakthi Sadhana. 

Ekantha Bakthi is the main cause to attain Mokha (Liberation) that prompted Deva Rishi Narada to compose Bakthi Sutram. Bakthi Sadhana is far easier and better approachable than Ghyaana and Karma Yogam. In fact Bakthi can only complement and supplement all other Yogas.

Deva Rishi elaborated his Bakthi Suthram purely based only his own experience as well as many other devotees practice experiences. Upon learning Bakthi Sutram, it will guide the person to which path he/she must follow to achieve God's grace as well as to attain Mukthi. 

Sivoham

To be continued...
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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - SEP-20-2019 : Episode 03

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakti Suthram - Poorva Parvam - continued

Deva Rishi Narada after elevating Rathnakaran to Valmiki Maharshi proceeded to "Samya Prasam" Veda Vyasa Maharshi's Asramam situated close to the riverbank of Saraswathi. Sage Vyasa was undergoing severe uncomfortable situation in his life. Sage Narada enquired the reason for his sorrows. After hearing Sage Veda Vyasa's explanations, Narada narrated his life story then recommended him to write Srimad Bhagavatham in an elaborative way keeping his Bakti Suthram as a base. Accordingly, Sage Vyasa completed the task and attain Sayoojyam.

Sage Narada is the Parama Acharya for Sanathana Dharmam. "Rish" means True Knowledge and Rishi word is derived from the root word of Rish. Without his interference from time to time, we would not have enjoyed the essence of devotion (Bakthi) which is the easy and primary route to know God and elevate ourselves to the Godlihood status.

There are 8 important Deva Rishis namely Nara, Narayana, Vaalakhilyaas, Kardhaman, Parvatha, Narada, Asitha and Vathsara. Deva Rishi Narada was the Guru for many mahatmas and even incarnates of God. Most popular divine personalities include Prahladan, Hanuman, Valmiki, Vyasa, Devendran and Soman etc..

Soothram is a concept designed by the great souls to remember and practice easily. Soothrams are small words or sentences but carry huge amount of meaning and reasoning for a devotee.

There are 3 divisions of Sadhanas viz. Apara Bakthi, Para Bakthi and Anubhoothi.

In Narada Bakthi Suthram, there are 84 Suthraas combined in 5 Chapters. Each chapter deals with comprehensive explanation of devotion. They are:

Chapter 1 (24 Soothras) = Para Bakthi Swaroopam : Para Bakthi is having two-fold approaches called Antharam and Baahyam (Inner and Outer).
Chapter 2 (9 Soothras) = Para Bakthi Mahathmyam: In Adhyaathmik Sadhana, Para Bakthi is having the highest order of control and respect. Whereas, Apara Bakthi is divided into two-fold stages known as "Gaunam" and "Mukhyam". Gaunam is Sadhana's (Practice) primary stage and Mukhyam is the concluding stage.
Chapter 3 (17 Soothras) = Bakthi Sadhanaas : What should be the daily practice for a Sadhak is explained.
Chapter 4 (16 Soothras) = Bakthi Lakshanas :  Uninterrupted devotees's engagements.
Chapter 5 (18 Soothras) = Bakthi Mahima :  How God is blessing the devotees. How a devotee becomes the source of inspiration, happiness, model and graceful to others.

Concluding advise in Bakthi Margam:
1. One has everything only when he/she has Bakthi otherwise nothing.
2. The Supreme God donate himself to an innocent devotee.
3. Bakthi is the highest power of a human being.
4. God and Devotee's relationship is developed and strengthened only through Bakthi.
5. Only the Aathma-Ghyaan can be fully relieved from sorrows! Bakthi is the foundation for Aathma Ghyaan.
6. A devotee or person who sees God in everything and every being is inside the God will be known as Bhagavadothaman (Supreme devotee among devotees).
7. Only through Bakthi, one can see God in person.

From our next Satsang, we will start with the first Soothram.

Sivoham
To be continued...

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MAHALAYA LAGU THARPANAM

Om Namasivaya Nama:

I would like to share with you a simple Mahalaya Tharpanam (Lagu) to be performed by all. This is based on Krishna Yajur Vedam Abasthamba Sutram.

Those who can perform Brihat Tharpanam is most welcome, however, given the busy lifestyle of many, I thought doing something simple rather than doing nothing makes a huge difference. Let us think about our ancestors (Pithrus) during these 16 days of Mahalaya Paksha.

There are 2 Mahalaya Paksham prescribed by the Sastra. One will fall during Badrapada Month (Sep) and other is Maaga (Feb) Month. The first Mahalayam is very important, that start from Sravana Poornima and ends on Badrapadha Amavasya day.

Please note that the Gothram and Pithrus names are an example. You will have to replace it with yours. Also, note the scenario here is that Kartha's parents and grandparents are not alive.

Sivoham
Venky

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1. Aachaman

2. Sankalpam

Suklam Bharadharam Vishnum Sasi Varnam Chathurbhujam, Prasanna Vadhanam Dhyayeth Sarva Vigna Upasanthaye!  OM Swadha Dhevyai Nama, Swadha Dhevyai Nama, Swadha Dhevyai Nama:

3. Pranayamam

Om Bhoohu, Om Bhuvaha, Om Suvaha, Om Mahaha, Om Janaha, Om Thapaha, Ogum Sathyam, Om Thath Savithur Vareniyam, Bhargo Dhevasya, Dheem-mahi, Dhiyo Yona-ph, Prachodhayaath, Om Aapaha Jyothi-raso, Amrutham Bhrama, Bhoor-Bhuva-Suvarom.

Mamo Upatha Samastha Duridha Kshayadwara Sri Parameswara Preethyartham, Mahalaya Paksha Punya Kale, xxx Thithow, Asmath Ubhaya Vamsa Pithroon, Kaarunya Pithroon, Gjnaatha Gjnaatha Pithroon, Asmath Kula Sambantha Sarva Pithroon Udhisya, Akshayya Thrupthyartham, Yadha Sakthi Laghu Roopenna Thilo-dhaka Tharpanam Karishye!

Poonal Pracheenavidi:

(Pitha Gothram) KAUSIKA Gothranaam, VISWANATHA-NARASIMHA-VISWANATHA, Sarma-naam, Vasu-Rudra-Aadhithya Swarropanaam, Asmath, Pithru-Pithamaha-Prapithamahaanam, Uddhisya- Swadha Namastharpayaami... 3 times

KAUSIKA Gothraahaa, RUGMANI-PARVATHY-LAKSHMI Naamnihi, Vasu-Rudra-Aadhithya Swaroopaaha, Asmath Mathu-Pithamahi-Prapithaamahinaam, Uddhisya - Swadha Namastharpayaami...3 times

(Matha Gothram) HARITHA Gothraaanaam, VEERARAGHAVA-SRIRAMA-ANANATHARAMA, Sarma-naam, Vasu-Rudra-Aadhithya Swaroopanaam, Asmath, Maathamaha-Maathu-Pithamaha-Maathu-Prapithamahaanaam, Uddhisya- Swadha Namastharpayaami... 3 times

HARITHA Gothraahaa, LAKSHMI-SEETHAMBHA-LAKSHMI Naamnihi, Vasu-Rudra-Aadhithya Swaroopaaha, Mathamahi-Maathuhu, Pithamahi-Maathuhu, Prapithamahinaam, Uddhisya - Swadha Namastharpayaami... 3 times

Kaarunya Pithroon Uddhisya - Swadha Namastharpayaami... 3 times

Ghnaatha-Ghnaatha Pithroon Uddhisya - Swadha-Namastharpayaami - 3 times

Oorjam Vahandhi-Amrutham Ghrutham Payaha Keelaalam Parisrutham Swadha Stha Tharppayatha Me, Sakarunika Pithrun Thrupyatha Thrupyatha Thrupyatha (Empty the water pot by pouring all left-over water along with Ellu).

Pray:  Dhevathabhyaha Pithrubhyascha Maha Yogibhya Eva Cha, Nama Swadhayayai Swaha-yayai Nithya Meva Namo Namaha. Asmath Kula Samastha Pithrubhyo Namaha, Anugraha Aseervadham Dhehime.

Poonal Upaveedhi - Achaman & Namaskaram

Notes: a) Fill the water in a pot by chanting Gayathri Mantra. Put black Ellu in it and keep it accessible. Do Sankalpam then offer/oblation. 

b) Important days to perform: Chathurthi (4), Panchami (5), Sapthamni (7), Ashtami (8), Thrayodasi (13) and Amavasya (15). Chaturdashi (14) is reserved for un-natural death persons only. 

c) No Tharpan on Kartha, his wife and his eldest son’s birth star days.

d) If Abdheeka Srardham of Parents occurs during Mahalaya Pithru Paksham, then do only the Srardham (Paraheni). However, you can still do Mahalaya Tharpan after the day or Srardham.

e) Incase of Sankramana Tharpanam falls in between, then first Sankrama Tharpanam to be conducted, thereafter Mahalaya Paksha Tharpanam to be performed. This is applicable only to those who are doing all 16 days Tharpanam.

NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - SEP-13-2019 : Episode 02

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Narada Bakti Suthram - Poorva Parvam - continued

Happy birthday to Sri Deva Rishi Narada!

After getting Divya Sareeram from Lord Brahma, that can enter anywhere in whichever form one wishes, Sri Narada received Bhagavath Upadasem and his Thamburu Veena from his own father Lord Brahma. Narada was not born through Yoni of a female, therefore his birth is considered as Manasa Ayonija Janma. Usually, Ayonija will not fall into Samsara (Transmigration system). Such bodies are not attracted to the opposite sex and fall into Samsara.

Anyway, after getting blessings from Lord Brahma he continued his search for the real truth, that is Brahman! Now he is well versed in all Vedic Mantras but does not know the Aathma. Therefore decided to approach Sri Sanathkumar Maharishi for further learning. He learned Veda and Vedanta. Sri Sanathkumar Maharishi advised him to consider everything as a bi-product of Brahman, especially to start with Bhagavath Naama, thereafter Vaak (Sruthi itself). Besides these Thathvas, he was advised to realize Manas, Sankalp, Chith, Dhyan, Vigyaan, Balam, Annam, Jalam, Agni, Aakasa, Desires and Prana etc all Brahman itself. Finally, he realized that Brahman alone is absolute truth and It has no quality nor quantity to undergo happy or sad situations, It is ever pervading element, therefore constant and limitless!

Sanathkumar taught him a technique to realize Brahman/Athma. The primary requirement is a stable mind. To keep the mind stable in Brahman one must eat pure and Sathwik food, that eventually promote Chittha Sudhi (unafflicted brain and mind). Once Chittha Sudhi is achieved that will automatically promote Aathma-Smruthi. This Aathma Smruthi will eradicate all Ahamkara Grandis (Ego Glands) from the body, the biggest hurdle to realize Aathma. 

Took leave from Sanathkumar Aasram and move to Himalaya for Thapas. Did severe penance and finally, Lord Vishnu appeared before him and granted boons that he will be ever his primary devotee and continue to do service in his name.

Reached river bank of Sindu where Narayana Saras (Lake of Narayan) is located. He saw his brother Daksha Prajapathi's 10,000 children known as Haryaswars were doing severe penance to get blessings from God before entering into Gruhasthasram to create more children. Narada spend some time with them and convinced them to get out of this Samsara and influenced them to take up Sanyasa and realize Brahman. On another time he did the same trick with his other children known as Sabalaswars. Daksha Prajapathi came to know about it and cursed Narada that "he should never be in one place for more than one Muhurtham (48 minutes)". On another occasion, Kala Puthri Jara also gave the same curse on Narada, since he refused her proposal to marry her.  Narada took these curses as blessings and moved.

Narada got convinced that "to escape from Samsara, always thinking of God is more than sufficient", such action will eventually lead the person to Mokha (Liberation). Therefore, he decided to compose/write "Narada Bakthi Suthram" for the welfare of humanity and others. Now, Narada wants to test his Soothras with people so that he can courageously spread these messages to mass. On the way, he got a golden opportunity with Hiranya Kasipu's wife Kayadu. He tested his thesis with a Dhanava Child and produced unmatchable Vishnu Devotee called Prahlada. According to Narada's conviction that a true devotee can be created with anyone being irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, clan etc.

On another occasion, he gave advise to Sunithi's child Druva at the age of five. Druva was asked to do penance by chanting Om Namo Bhagavathe Vasudevaya Nama: (Dwadasakshari Mantra) at Madhu Van. Lord Vishnu appeared before Druva and gave him boon that he will rule his father's kingdom for 36,000 years and after that create a Druva Mandalam under which Saptha Rishi Mandalam will be located. Druva will never perish even after Pralayam (Complete dissolution).

On another occasion, converted forest don (Kattala thief) Rathnakaran into Sage Valmiki Rishi and pushed him to write Sri Rama Charatham/Ramayan.

Sivoham

To be continued...
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NARADA BAKTI SUTRAM - TAMIL UPANYASAM - SEP-06-2019 : Episode 01

Om Namasivaya Nama:

Dear Elevated Souls!

Very happy to re-start Sri Lalitha Sahasranamam Pooja after the two months holidays. The new beginning starts with a new subject called "Narada Bakti Sutram". Let us learn what Sri Deva Rishi Narada is going to teach us based on his spiritual journey and experience.

Sri Deva Rishi Narada composed and revealed his 84 verses of Sutras within 5 Chapters. Before jumping into the actual Sutras, we need to know more about Sri Narada.

1. According to Narada Rishi, what is Bakti?

Ans. 1. An innocent love and affection towards Upasana Moorthy / God is Bakti
Ans. 2. Without any selfish motive and unafflicted love that pushes the mind towards Sri Hari / God is Bakti.
Ans 3. The minute one hears the greatness (Mahima) of God, his/her heart must melt and the mind should be dissolved into God is Bakti.

2. What is the definition of Narada or what is in his name?

Ans1. Naram means the subject of Paramathma (Supreme Soul), Da means giver, hence from the name itself it is revealed that Narada's primary job is giving knowledge about Paramathma.

Ans2. Naram means a group of people, Da means to play a role. Narada gets involved in the life of people, (who deserved to be uplifted)  and connects them to God in a playful way.

Ans3. Naram means pure water and Da means giver. Brahma gave this name to Narada because at the time of his birth the Varsha Rithu (Simham-Kanya / Leo-Virgo) has started and the earth was receiving plenty of rain. His birth is considered to be auspicious for humans as well as other life since without water we can't imagine our survival. Another meaning to this giving water is that He was born to uplift the people from Samsara (Transmigration) and push them for realization and merge with God. Narada enters anyone's life like the water keep flowing until it reaches the sea.

Ans4. Nara means humans, Da means connector. Narada who connects people and Parampushan Sriman Narayanan. He is more interested in uplifting humans than Devas or Dhanavas. Therefore, Narada is very vital to our life.

Without Narada Maharshi, we would not have achieved civilization that includes realization of our journey of life. Though he played a big role in the life of Devas and Dhanas, yet he had special interest in human beings.

POORVA ASRAMAM (Past life) of Deva Rishi Narada:

Sri Narada - Veda Vyasa Samvadam: This part is a conversation between Sage Narada and Veda Vyasa. Narada told his previous life story to Vyasa Maharshi to induce in him to write Srimad Bharavatham at the same time console.

1. He was a Gandharva called "Upabarhanan" in the last Maha Kalpam.
2. Due to the curse of Prajapathi, he was born to a Dhasi Puthran as Soordra Janma.
3. Received advises from Bramins who were undertaking Chathurmasya Vrutham (Jul-Oct).
4. At the time of 5 years old, his mother got bitten by a poisonous snake and she died.
5. Based on Brahmin's advise, he started meditating on God and received the subtle vision of Lord Maha Vishnu (Sookshma Roopam). God said it is only an appetiser, you will be given a full darsan (presence/vision) of mine in your next birth.
6. Lord Mahavishnu gave a boon that he (Narada) will be his one of the most favourable devotee.
7. After the end of Soordra Janma, he was born to Lord Brahma who is also the father and creator of Manasa Puthras Saptha Rishis.

Do you know how much we are blessed by this great sage? These two important indicators confirming that:

1. This day we are in Varsha Rithu (Aug-Oct)
2. This day Chathurmasyam is running (Jul-Oct)

To be continued...
Sivoham

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DHARMA THATHVAM - TAMIL - JUN-28-2019 - EPISODE 03

Namasivaya Nama:

Today's Dharma Thathvam Topic: Karma and Secrets of body formation

Today's Upanyaasam was concentrated on the above subjects in detail. Please read below for details:

1. Type of Karmas?
Ans. 3 types of viz. Sathwik, Rajasik and Thamasik.

2. Indra's Brahma Hathya Paapam distributed among 5 entities?
Ans. They are 1. Nadhi (River), Vruksh (Tree), Prithvi (Earth), Parvath (Mountain), Naari (Women).

3. How to know which element dominates in our body and who influences our Mana, Bhudhi, Chitham and Ahamkaram who are close supporters of Aathma (Soul)?.
Ans. The answer is 1. Devamsam (Divine Elements) lead to having the most comfortable and lavish lifestyle in this birth, 2. Rishi-amsam (Saints Elements) leads to having a life of literate, knowledgable, lyrist, orator etc..., 3. Rakshasamsam (Demon Elements) leads to having a life of Paapi (Sinner in all respects), unacceptable bad manners in behaviour, thief, deceiver, poor and sickness etc....

4. What are the other important elements mixed in our body while created by Lord Brahma?
Ans. From Indra = Prabhuthwam (Adorable and Valor), Agni (Fire) = Prabhavam (Excelling and Influential), Yaman = Kopa (Anger), Vishnu = Parakramam (Energetic, Good deeds, bold, heroism etc.) Kubera = Aiswarayam (All types of prosperities).  

Sivoham

Note: We are taking summer holidays between July and August months. From September onwards we will start a new subject "Narada Bhakti Sutram". 

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