October English (EDP) 2022
October English (EDP) 2022
October English (EDP) 2022
Chief Editor
Deeepavali or Diwali as it is known in some parts of the country falls either during
the month of October or November as per the movement of Moon and Sun.
Deepavali has two words in it. Deepam and Avali. Deepam means Lamp; Avali
means an array. So Deepavali means Array of Lamp. On this festival day, people light
lamps and exhibit them in arrays. So, we can see an array of lighted lamps in the houses all
over.
It is told, on this day, Sri Rama returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of Exile in forest
to fulfill his father’s wishes. During his stay in forest, Sri RAMA fought with demons and
annihilated demons including their king Ravana. On his return to Ayodhya, people lit lamps
to welcome Sri Rama and celebrated his victory. Hence it is celebrated as the festival of
Victory of Good over Evil.
There is another story that Lord Krishna with his consort Sathyabhama, went to
Prak Jyothishapura and killed Demon Narakasura. Before his death, Naraka wished that
the day might be celebrated with bright light. To commemorate this victory, Deepavali is
being celebrated.
Whatever may be the story, it is a festival to celebrate the victory of Good forces
over the Evil forces, in other words, to instill good thoughts in us and remove bad ones. On
this day, people will lit the diyas as part of the festival. Lighted Diyas dispel the darkness of
our ignorance and spread brightness of knowledge and wisdom.
This year Deepavali falls on 24th October. Let us invoke the blessings of the Lord on
this Deepavali day and be blessed.
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T he two renowned Sri Vaishnava Acharyas Sri Ananthalvan to assist and continue the service
of 11 century have dedicated their whole life in the
of Pushpa Kainkaryam (flower service).
service of Lord Venkateswara. They were Acharya
Tirumalai Nambi and Sri Ananthalvan. The two great Sri Anantalvan came to Tirumala as per the
Acharyas on the orders of their mentors came to orders of Bhagavad Ramanuja and started digging
Tirumala one after the other to do Kainkaryams land to make a beautiful flower garden with all types
(sacred service) to the Lord. The first was Sri of flowers liked by Lord Srinivasa. He also dug a
Tirumalai Nambi, the first Srivaishnava to arrive at Tank called as ‘Ramanuja pushkarini’ by his own
Tirumala on the orders of Alavandar or Yamuna Muni. efforts assisted by his wife. Even though she was
Sri Tirumalai Nambi took to the service of reciting pregnant, he asked her to do the work and never
vedams, prabandham, bringing of 'Papavinasana asked any help from others not even from God.
theertham' and later on 'Akasaganga Theertham' as Every day he used to take the garland of flowers to
per the wishes of Lord Srinivasa. As the Acharya the temple and offer it to Lord Srinivasa. Both Sri
was advancing in age Sri Bhagawad Ramanuja sent Tirumala Nambi and Sri Ananthalwan, the two best
Chakrasnanam on 05-10-2022
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East and Europe could not demolish “Moorthybava Kaliyuga the fierce force of Sudarshana Chakra as it may stop
Murthy” and loot the treasures, safeguarded and protected devotees with Swakarma or Parikrutha sins to enter the
by ‘SudarshanaChakra’. Tirumala. Hence, he “periodically” dips divine chakra in
About Pushkarini Theertham: According to ‘Puranas’, Pushkarini water. According to Bhumatha or Jeevathma it
this PUSHKARINI Theertham is the celestial water body may be once in a year but not by Thri Loka standards or
brought to Tirumala from Vaikuntam by Lord Venkateswara. units of time. (The dipping process is once in a nanosecond
Moreover, it is also believed that all the divine water bodies as per Brahma’s age calculation process or Vaikunta time
(Theerthas) in ‘Thri lokas’ (Brahma, Kailasa, and Vaikunta standards). This way the Lord gives his devotees one more
Lokas) mingled with Swami Pushkarini Theertha. Hence, opportunity to repent and perform ‘Prakshalana’ or
this water possesses immense powers to clean all Parikrutha Prayachitam’ or extend ‘Mudupus’ in Tirumala and take
Doshas (attributed sins by unknown, unconscious karmas his divine Darshana without any obstruction from the
and saparivar karmas), Swakarma Doshas (sins gained by ‘Sudarshana Chakrathalwar’. He also ordered the
own acts or Karma). It’s also believed that the Pushkarini Sudarshana Chakra to bless the devotees with his energy
has the power to shower blessings as well. and power.
The beliefs regarding Chakrasnanam: It’s difficult for Finally, the divine “Sudharshana (Su + Darshana)
‘Living Creatures of Planet Earth (Earth is one of the many Chakra” of the ‘seven hills’ could move devotee’s ‘seven
planets where human life has evolved. According to Srimad chakras’ in the human body to lead them to “Sudarsha”
Bhagavatam, there are many universes and the conditioned (Su + Darsha) and “Sukarma” process. The divine
living entities are evolving within the universe in different “Sudarshana” (Su + Darshana) Chakrasnanam will easily
planets and different species of life.) to bear the power coordinate, rejuvenates and reactivates human body chakras
and energy to directly touch the divine Sudarshana Chakra. to get into “Sudarsha” (Su + Darsha) and “Sukarma”. The
After many ‘Mantras and Slokas’ are chanted, it’s believed annotation of ‘Sudarshana’ goes with “Su” as DIVINE not
that the Sudarshan Chakra will give the DOSHA the typical English translation as “Good” and “Darshana”
RAHITHA SPARSHA AMODHA (permission to touch it as CONCENTRATED FOCUS AND VISION, not “view
without securing any sins) to the priests to take it to the or look” again as per the typical English true translation.
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though the priests take the Sudarshana Chakra out of the
Pushkarini water after a dip, still the power of it will be in
[This brief article on CHAKRA SNANAM depicts
the water for a considerable duration. So normally, priests,
the importance of ‘Maha Sudarshana Chakra Snanam
participants and pilgrims, take a dip in this Pushkarini water
during Brahmotsavams and reflects on the views, concepts,
even after the ninth day, to acquire the divine cleansing
opinions, and beliefs expressed by common devotees (not
power and blessings of Sudarshana Chakra.
based on validated frameworks in various Sastras and
There is another popular belief among devotees that, Puranas) construed from their ancestors’ beliefs.]
the Lord Venkateswara determined to reduce or cool down
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birth and start living by the light of nature with the
on
prospect of getting a spark from above for the much
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sought-after enlightenment before the lights are out
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ep
and the curtain comes down on the stage of life.
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Light and Darkness are natural phenomena
experienced in rhythmical alternation. Though they
form a dichotomy, they complement each other, and
so both are necessary phases of the life cycle that
is altogether perceived as a harmonious totality.
Darkness guarantees the continual existence of light
by its regular renewal. Light and Darkness have
metaphorical meanings and are often equated with
the pairs of Being and Non-Being, world order and
primordial chaos. It is said that the creation began
with the emergence of light, often identified with the
Sun or an equivalent light principle, out of a primeval
darkness. Again, the end of the world is described
as a twilight or darkness of the gods, that is, the
disappearance of light in a final darkness that
engulfs all.
Light serves as a symbol of life, happiness,
prosperity, intellectual and spiritual enlightenment.
In addition, light can be a symbol of immortality.
There is an obvious connection between light and
the Sun as the source of light. When light is
personified and worshipped, it tends to become
associated with the Sun. The gods are frequently
endowed with light attributes, and so spirit and light
are practically identical. In the Indian Upanishads,
Absolute Being (brahman) as well as the mind,
through which spiritual knowledge is acquired, is
identified as light. In consonance with this thought,
the central experience of the inner self, which is
identical with Brahman, is depicted as a light
experience. In fact, as man rises to greater spiritual
heights, he is turned into light.
Light also represents Wisdom since it is
through Wisdom that things are apparent. Some
thinkers hold that it was the fire of the heavenly
bodies that begot human souls. Spiritual Illumination
O
Lord Brahma: Then, last three
days in the month – Shukla
nce Sage Narada visited Lord Brahma. As usual, he
Trayodashi, Chaturdashi and Purnima,
had many questions related to the rituals. Though Sage Narada
knows everything, for the benefit of the worldly beings, he queries you can take a holy dip. If not possible,
Lord Brahma. at least, at home, one need to think of
Lord Damodara, recite the Mantra,
Sage Narada: Can you please tell me, which is the best
trust, that the water available is from
month of the year, the best Deity to worship and holy Tirtha to
one of the holy rivers. The belief will
visit?
give the merits.
Lord Brahma: For all the three together, 'Karthika' is the
best month, 'Damodara' is the deity to worship and 'Badari Sage Narada: Great! so,
Kshetra' is the Tirtha to visit according to Skanda Purana. “Karthika Snanam” not only purifies the
body but also the mind and soul.
Sage Narada: It is pleasure to hear. Can I know any other
activities to be performed in Karthika month to make it Lord Brahma: Well-said!
auspicious? Sage Narada: Glad to hear that.
Lord Brahma: “Snanam-Holy Bath, “Daanam-Charity”, How about the Vrata?
“Vratham-Fasting”, “Tapas-austerity”, “Homam-Sacrifice”,
Lord Brahma: Vrata is one of the
“Bhajans-Singing Divine”, “Puja-Prayers”, “Parayanam-reciting
important rituals to follow. Avoid using
or chanting divine texts etc. are a few activities to be performed
oil for the body as well as in food.
in this month.
Sage Narada: So, Sattvic foods
Sage Narada: I am curious to know more about that. Can
are allowed.
you please detail these? “Snanam” when should we start, is there
any timeline? How do we perform, how is it different from the Lord Brahma: That is right. It is
usual bath? recommended to have one meal a day
Lord Brahma: Rise at dawn, go to nearby river, take or fasting on Kartika Somavaaram
Sankalpa (Resolution). Then, take a dip in the holy water and do (Monday).
A
his victory before declaring war on Lanka (the kingdom
of Ravana).
ll most all species
of plants and trees are highly Because of this reason Shami tree is revered by
revered by our Indians. Some us especially on Vijaya dasami day during Navaratri
of them are considered festival.
sacred and divine. Moreover, in some places of our country there is
One among such is a tradition of giving shami leaves to friends and relatives
Shami vriksham (tree). Its in the name of gold on Vijayadasami day, as it brings
victory and prosperity.
botanical name is Prosopis
cineraria and in Telugu it is Shami leaves are also offered to Lord Ganesha in
called 'Jammi chettu'. The the 21 patra pooja. “Om Ibhavaktraya namaha”, "Shami
prominence of Shami tree is patram samarpayami”. Recite the sloka after offering
found in the epics Ramayana the leaves.
and Mahabharata in the Shami wood is used as Aarani in all most all Vedic
following contexts. rituals. Generally, for performing any yajna, fire is needed.
This fire is produced by churning of two pieces of wood
In the Mahabharata,
which are called 'Aarani'. The friction of these two is
when the Pandavas had to
said to produce the fire which is used for offering oblation
spend one year incognito as
to gods.
a part of their 13 years of exile
they hid their weapons in the
branches of Shami tree. After
one year when Arjuna, the
middle one of the Pandavas
came to the tree he found
their weapons intact.
Then he worshipped
the tree and took his
Gandivam (his bow) from the
tree and defeated Kauravas
in his real identity in the battle
of 'Uttara Gograhanam'.
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In Ayurveda
It is believed that those who worship the Shami tree
Shami is an important on Vijayadasami day are blessed with victory and
medicinal plant in Ayurveda also. prosperity.
Different parts of this plant are used
for different medicinal purposes. FLOWER :
BARK : Its flowers when mixed with sugar and eaten by
1. Its ground bark decoction is used a pregnant woman is said to prevent
as gargle to relieve sore throat and miscarriage.
toothache. PODS (a case containing seeds) :
2. The bark extract of this tree is used in
1. Its pods are used in the treatment of
symptomatic treatment of scorpion and
urino-genital diseases.
snake bite.
2. Its pods are used in the preparation of food and
3. Its dried bark powder is applied for healing of
also as fodder for cattle. It is very nutritious food.
ulcers.
Some other uses :
4. The astringent bark is used to treat leprosy and
bronchial asthma. 1. It fixes the nitrogen in the soil. By this the fertility
of the soil increases.
LEAVES :
1. The extract of its leaves is used to kill parasitic 2. The roots of shami tree can absorb water
worms in the intestine. quickly and enhance ground water level. Also it
helps in controlling floods.
2. Its leaf decoction is used for itching skin
diseases. Shami tree is revered not only for mythological
significance but also for its benefits to the mankind
3. An infusion of the tender leaves is used as an
in all aspects. Hence it is considered as ‘Kalpataru’.
astringent and remedy for diarrhoea and
dysentery.
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and various human habitats etc., that were seen on their way. SriRama’s inquisitiveness besides his
devoted services pleased Visvamitra. He answered all his questions and blessed him by instructing
the procedure of launching and withdrawing various divine weapons. Such sincerity towards his
teacher made SriRama a Hero of Victory.
The citizens of Ayodhya praised SriRama that they were compelled to love him by the following
qualities of his – He makes people feel happy by his very appearance like the Moon, His patience
equals the patience of the Earth, He consoles the miserable, He is gentle by nature, He remembers
the favours done by others and responds back with bounty of favours, He converses tenderly with all,
irrespective of one’s age, gender and status, He enquires about the wellbeing of the people as if they
were his kinsmen, He feels the pain when the people are in distress. All these true (natural) qualities
of SriRama made him the people’s favourite choice to be enthroned as their prince. In this way,
winning the hearts and faith of the people made SriRama a Hero of Victory.
Approach towards truth made him a Hero : The sages in Dandaka forest pleaded him to save
them from the tortures of the Raksasas. SriRama promised to protect them by killing those Raksasas.
Later, Sita Devi questioned SriRama whether it would be really fair to kill the Raksasas though he
had no personal enmity against them. Then, SriRama replied her – “O Sita! I always like the Truth. I
am rather ready to sacrifice my life and even you, along with Lakshmana but I cannot break my
promise once made”. This kind of approach towards truth made SriRama a Hero of Victory.
Efficiency made him a Hero : SriRama was kind enough that he could offer ‘the state of no worry’
to his friends and even to his enemies. He consoled Sugriva not to worry anymore from his brother
Valin. Eventually he eliminated Valin and secured Sugriva the kingdom of Vanaras. Many of SriRama’s
counsellors advised him not to trust Vibhisana as he was a brother of his enemy Ravana. Then, the
declaration made by SriRama is very famous – I offer security to all the beings if they seek refuge
with me, claiming ‘I am yours’. He said that he would forgive Ravana also, if protection was sought by
him. Even Hanuman appreciated the greatness of SriRama in the very court of Ravana –Renowned
Rama is capable of wiping out all the worlds along all the mobile and immobile beings and to re-erect
them. This kind of efficiency made SriRama a Hero of Victory.
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A Gallantry made him a Hero : Earlier, SriRama stood alone against the mighty armies of the
Raksasas called Dusana, Trisira and Khara and destroyed all of them. Later, he invaded Lanka to
get back Sita Devi. In the war against the Raksasas, he killed many giants like Kumbhakarna,
Makaraksa and finally Ravana. All the Gods in the Heaven thanked him for securing peace to the
universe by killing them. This kind of gallantry made SriRama a Hero of Victory.
A Gratitude made him a Hero : Indra, the king of heaven asked SriRama to choose a boon for
doing him a great favour by killing Ravana. SriRama requested him to restore the life of all the dead
Vanaras who fought for him in the war against the Raksasas. He requested Indra to see that delicious
roots, fruits and rivers with pure water be available there, where Vanaras do live. Indra was pleased
to fulfill the request of SriRama. Later, SriRama was coronated as the King at Ayodhya and he
honoured everyone in a proper manner. He had a special love for Hanuman. He said to him - “O
Hanuman! I may offer you many of my lives for the favours you have done for me. Yet, I remain
indebted to you. May all your favours be digested in me. I do not want to do any favour back to you.
If I wish to do some favour to you, it means that you should fall in some trouble. I never wish something
like that happen to you.” This kind of gratitude made SriRama a Hero of Victory.
Good qualities of Arjuna made him a Hero : In the Mahabharata, it is said that Pandavas had
hidden their divine weapons on the branches of Sami tree before the commencement of their
Ajnatavasa (life in hiding). Later, at the end of their Ajnatavasa, on the day of Asvayuja-Sukla-Dasami,
Arjuna took his divine bow ‘Gandiva’ from the lot and fought a lone battle against the mighty army of
Kauravas and conquered it single-handedly with great ease. Thus, the title ‘Vijaya’ (The Victorious)
became synonymous to Arjuna. What made Arjuna such a great Hero? Our ancestors revealed the
secret of his success –Arjuna had two strong resolutions – One – Never crumble under depression.
Two – Never abscond from where you are supposed to stay. Of course, numerous other qualities of
Arjuna made him a Hero of Victory.
On the day of Vijayadasami, people do offer puja to the Shami tree. In the evening, the younger
people bow at the feet of elders. Then the elders bless them – Vijayeebhava – means – Be Victorious.
It means, they bless the young ones to possess the qualities and resolutions possessed by the
ideal Heroes of Victory of our Bharata DeSa. May our country flourish with such ideals and idols.
Vijayeebhava
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T hiruvinnagar, more popularly known as Mahalakshmi is to Him. The Lord told her that
Oppiliappan koil is an unusual temple. On the Mahalakshmi will be born under a tulasi bush. He
southern bank of the Kaveri River, it is also very also promised Tulasi that garlands made of her
well connected by all forms of road transport. This flowers and leaves would always remain special to
was constructed during the mid chola period in the
Him. When Mahalakshmi was found under the
th
8 century with additions by Nayaks later. The exact
Tulasi bush, she was raised as the daughter of
date of origin of the temple is not known.
Markandeya Maharishi as Bhumi Devi. Once she
Location : Kumbakonam is about 83 km due east reached the age for marriage, during the month of
of Srirangam between Kaveri and Nattar rivers. Panguni on Thiruvonnam star on Ekadashi thithi,
Thiruvinnagar or Oppiliappan temple is seven km Lord Narayana decided to test Markandeya further
further east of Kumbakonam. and came up to him in the disguise of a very old
Sthalapuranam : It is said Tulasi once prayed to man and asked for his daughter’s hand in marriage.
Lord Narayana to be as close to Him as Not realizing what was happening, Markandeya said
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Tirumalai Ozhugu
History of Rituals and Customs in Tirumala
Original in Tamil by- Sri K. Balasundar Nayakar
Excerpts Translated into English by- Dr. M. Varadarajan
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This is stated in Kaliyan Arulappadu by In Tiruvoymozhi Noorththandadhi, all the
Periyavachchan Pillai as orderd by Sri Ramanuja. hymns pertaining to Koil Tiruvoymozhi must be
In Tirumala and Tirupati temples, the hymns in the rendered twice.
following Prabandhams are being recited twice in Upadesaratnamala – 3, 15, 22, 28, 38, 44, 50, 53,
the order – Iyarpa, Mudalayiram, Tirumozhi, and 61.
Tirukkurundandakam, Tirunedunthandakam,
Though Tirukkurunthandakam is a separate
Tiruvoymozhi, Noorththandadis, Upadesartnamalai.
Prabandham, Tirumangai Alwar rendered this
(1) The following hymns (given hymn numbers only) Prabandham along with Tirunedunthandakam
in Iyarpa – simultaneously when he was in disgust with
Tiruviruttam hymn 60 and 95. samsara. Hence there is no separate rendering of
Ciriya Tirumadal -50, 69 and 71; this Prabandham. Further, in the end there is no
Periya Tirumadal – 74, 118 and 124-5; sattumurai hymn for this Prabandham. However,
the 19th hymn “Pindiyar” is being recited twice due
(2) The following hymns (given hymn no. only) in
to respect for its meaning. This is similar to ritual of
Mudalayiram reciting Tiruppalliezhuchchi and Tiruppavai together
Periyalwar Tirumozhi – 1-4-3, 1-5-8, 1-5-10, 1-8-8, and the last hymn of Tiruppalliezhuchchi qualified
2-2-6, 2-6-8, 2-6-9, 2-7-3, 2-9-4, 3-2-4, 4-7-10, 4-9- to be recited twice before starting Tiruppavai.
2, 5-2-8, 5-2-9, and 5-3-7.
The special respect accorded to Andal is the
(Note – 1-4-3 means 1 – first centum, 4 – fourth reason for the practice of reciting in this order.
decad and 3 – third hymn. Likewise in other places). Nammalwar ’s Tiruvasiriyam is a separate
Tiruppavai – 3, 16, 18, 23, 24, and 27. Prabandham with ten hymns and occasionally
Nachchiyar Tirumozhi =- 1-3, 4-2, 5-2, 5-5, 8-7, 8- sattumurai will be held. Hence, the last hymn is to
9, 9-6, 10-5, 10-8, 11-3 and 14-5. be recited twice.
Perumal Tirumozhi - 1-2, 1-10, 4-9, 8-10, and 10-7. In Ramanuja Noorththandadhi, the hymn
Tiruchchanda Viruttam – 21, 60, 61, 62, 81, 90, 101, “Iruppidam” (106) is recited twice due to respect
111, and 115. for its meaning. During Sattumurai, Tiruvoymozhi
Tirumalai – 2, 19, and 38. and other Prabandham hymns is recited twice. In
Amalanadhipiran - 3 Upadesa ratnamala “Mannuyirkal” hymn, which is
not the hymn of Manavala Mamunigal, is placed
(3) The following hymns (given hymn no. only) in outside hymn of Upadesaratnamala and Acharya
Periya Tirumozhi Kidambi Appullan wrote this hymn on Mamunigal,
1-1-6, 1-1-9, 1-8-9, 1-10-9, 2-1-9, 2-7-7, 2-8-2, 3- at the end of Sattumurai, this is recited only one
2-8, 3-3-6, 3-3-9, 3-7-6, 4-3-8, 4-7-5, 4-9-2, 5-3-4, time as per Sampradaya.
5-6-7, 5-8-9, 6-9-8, 7-3-5, 7-9-7, 7-10-3, 8-1-2, 8-2- During Brahmotsavam in Tirumala, the three
2, 8-2-3, 8-2-7, 8-9-4, 8-10-3, 9-2-8, 9-7-4, 9-9-2, thousand hymns rendered during procession of deity
9-9-9, 10-1-2, 10-10-5, 10-10-8, 11-1-9, 11-7-9, 11- in the streets and for Ramanuja Noorththandadhi,
8-6, and 11-8-7. Iyal Chattu (ending hymns) will be held before the
Sannidhi of Sri Ramanuja in Tirumala. During
Tirunedunthandakam – 8, 10, 11, 14, 16, 21,
Sattumurai, in Tiruvoymozhi and other
(4) The following hymns (given hymn no. only) in Prabandhams the last hymn is recited twice, but
Tiruvoymozhi – for Tiruppallandu, the last two hymns is being recited
twice due to respect for Bhagavathas, which is
1-8-3, 1-10-9, 2-6-9, 2-7-11, 3-3-6, 3-3-8, 3-5-8, 4-
superior to bhagavat vishaya. Vendri Malaiyittan
10-5, 5-7-6, 5-7-10, 6-10-10, 7-2-9, 9-3-8, 10-4-4,
Tirumandapam. Vendri Malaiyittan is a name for
10-5-6, 10-7-8, 10-8-10, and 10-10-7. Lord Krishna, who conquered Sisupala and
Iramanusa Noorththandadhi – 2, 7, 16, 31, 76, and garlanded Rukmini Piratti in Krishnavatara. Hence
98. this name. Vendru Malai Yitta Peruman is the name
for Sri Krishna Sharma and Ramanujadasan,
PUZZLE
1 2 3 4 5 6 01. Mahisasura Mardani is also called (9)
02. Father of Ashtavakra (7)
03. Son of Sun God (4) (Jumbled)
04. Husband of Anasooya (5)
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05. Wife of Manmadha (5) (From Down to Up)
06. Lift Up (5)
10. Another Name of Parvathi (4)
11. Gandhari's Sister (5)
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12. Sakuntala's Foster Father (5)
16. Unhappy (3)
17. 24 Hours (3)
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It appears that the annual yield from the village from the half village. This was only preliminary to
of Srinivasapuram for the share of the temple was the final stage of complete alienation and prior to
200 panam and, if this share of the temple in the obtaining the consent of the villagers.
village had to be parted with, this 200 panam had
There are references to Vedaparayanam at a
somehow to be made good. The villagers of all the
later date, i.e., during the time of the Second
full devadana villages belonging to the temple situated
Vijayanagara dynasty, and we may take it that, after
in the Tirukkudavur-nadu and Vaikunda-valanadu
Saka 1355 when it was revived by Devaraya II, there
were called upon to contribute their mite so that the
has not been any break in its continuity down to this
full sum of 200 panam could be made up. The
day, and that it has added, as it was expected to do,
villagers agreed to this contribution, solemnly vowing
to the glory and sanctity of the temple which is stated
with libations of gold and water on the Utthanadvadasi
to have enjoyed all other Vaibhogamgal.
day in the cyclic year Pramadicha corresponding to
Saka 1355 to pay their share collectively for each Besides Vedaparayanam, we meet with
village into the temple-treasury commencing from arrangements for the reading of Puranams also on
the same year, towards the conduct of the certain sacred days. In a record of the 16th century
Vedaparayanam. On the strength of this agreement (No. 3- G.T.) we note that on the day of kaisika-
executed by the villagers represented by the dvadasi (i.e., the 12th day of the bright half of the
Periyanattu-velan and the Ur-kanakku or the velan Telugu month of Kartikam) Ananta-vrata-puranam
of each individual tiruvidaiyattam village, the was read, perhaps in Sri Govindaraja’s temple at
Sthanattar of the temple were emboldened, their Tirupati. Similarly an inscription (No. 253-T.T.), dated
scruples and restraints being set at rest, to grant in Saka 1413, records an arrangement made for
the half-share of the temple in the village of the reading of Tiruvenkata-mahatmyam by Pasindi
Srinivasapuram to the twenty-four Maha- Venkatatturaivanjiyar Ramanujayyan, the donor in
Brahmanas reciting the Vedas and thus gain a the above record, on a day in the month of Margali.
double object. No doubt the technical flaw arising Abhishekam
from their alienation of property endowed for
A few records mention a daily Tirumanjanam
maintaining the original charity was sought to be
or abhishekam for Sri Venkateswara at Tirumala and
obviated through these devices, but whatever kind
for Sri Govindaraja at Tirupati. The earliest reference
of compensation might have been effected, the
occurs in No. 4-T.T. dated in Saka 1386, when
alienation must have been a breach of trust. But
Kandadai Ramanujayyangar arranged, as his serive
perhaps it weighed lightly against the heavy pressure
(Kainkaryam) for the Alagappiranar-tirumanjanam
of the necessity and urgency for the renewal of the
conducted daily for Sri Venkateswara for the supply
Vedaparayanam service in the temple.
of perfumery to the temple through his Ekaki (i.e.,
Prior to the execution of the above agreement unmarried) disciples of the Sattada Srivaishnava
by the villagers, it appears that a temporary interim etc. The perfumery consisted of
device was also adopted, It was to lease out the meditta...sattuppadi or chandanam (sandal-paste),
half-share of the village on Srotriya-Kuttakai to manjal-kappu (turmeric), melli-kappu (musk) and
Tirukkalikanri-dasar who on the one hand paid the karpura-kappu or pachchakarpuram (refined
lease amount into the temple-treasury and on the camphor); and along with these a small cloth and
other permitted the Brahmanas to reap the benefit betel-leaves and nuts were supplied by them.
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would not be
artika masam is a season of unduly touched by him. It is also said that those who take
religious fervor and month-long worship of a dip in the river Yamuna would be assured full tenure of
Lord Shiva. It is also the month at the life and spared untimely death. Since a holy dip in the
beginning of which occurs a one-day special river Yamuna may not be possible for all, remembering
celebration. The second day in the month of this story of the brother–sister bond and observing this
Karteekam is also marked in our Telugu tradition would assure a long protected life to brothers.
calendars as Yama Dwiteeya or the day of This is also the kind of festival that renews the
Bhagini hasta bhojanam, the day of a sister’s affectionate bond that ties siblings more. All of our festivals
wishes for the wellbeing and long life of her and celebrations, whether classical or folk, are intended
brother. 'Bhagini' means Sister, 'Hasta' as one to continue the best practices in our culture. To know them
knows is hand, and 'Bhojanam' is Meal —the is to understand their significance and to practice them is
meal served by the hand of a sister to her to assure healthy family relationships.
brother. The sister applies tilakam on Children, respect your siblings and follow the
brother’s forehead, serves a sumptuous lunch traditIons. By following our culture and traditions leads to
and offers harati. It is an occasion which good harmony in the society.
comes in the wake of the twin festivals of
Naraka Chaturdasi and Deepavali and
precedes Nagula Chavithi, an important day
of worship of snake gods for Telugu people. It
is called Bhai Dhooj or Bhau Beej in
Maharashtra, Gujarat and other North Indian
states and as Bhai Phonta in Bengal, Assam
and as Bhai Tika in Nepal. It has spread to
the south in the recent years. It is believed
that this practice of Bhagini hasta bhojanam
has come from folk tradition.
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DRAWING
Colour the Picture Draw the Picture as given
DO YOU
KNOW?
PROVERB
A DROWNING MAN
WILL CLUTCH
A STRAW
Deepo Me Hara Tu Paapam
Sandhya Deepa Namostute
Deepajyothi Parabrahma
Deepajyothi Janardhana
Find
RECITE
out the
Differences
Aries (Mesha) : Speech is silver silence is golden. Libra (Tula) : Librans are highly balanced. But
Better to talk straight. Better not to go for emotions are to be very controlled. Better not to be
controversies. Students are supposed to be very confused and should not involve in controversial
careful in adopting the same without having any issues. Better to postpone the matters in the court
doubts. Administrative officers are better to postpone the of law. Amicable settlements is observed. Postponement is the
issues to a later date. Lawyers also should follow the same better choice. Decisions may differ according to the situations.
path. But women are advised to take advice in their works. Worshipping Lord Venkateswara or Goddess Durga will
Praying Lord Venkateswara will change the situations. change the colours.
Taurus (Vrishabha) : Health issues should be taken Scorpio (Virshchika) : Sports persons are on the
up immediately, particularly regarding to the viral way to establish new records. Records are rewritten.
fevers, headache etc. There is a chance for the Middle and top management in the business circles
young couple to be having promotion as parents are having an easy song to ring effortlessly.
by a birth of a child. All people will enjoy the festive Promotions are awaiting. Job change is for betterment. New
mood. Health of the old people in the house is more important. assignments are fresh and very interesting. Artists, Singers,
Business houses should move very economically by persons of creativity will have a good time to prove. Women
minimising the expenses. Praying Lord Vishnu is the only key folk are hale and healthy. Young lads are ready for wedlock.
for safety and peace. Praying Lord Siva will have a good experience.
Gemini (Mithuna) : Very active and restless in their Sagittarius (Dhanu) : Overpowering the enemies
day to day affairs. Additional responsibilities will is an easy game. Millitary paramilitary and police,
give you much pain still you will be finding to have persons are very busy in their natural course of
decent ways to solve the problems in a better and actions. In the business circles, people will get
challenging way. Sportsmen will find a silver line. Students highly emotional. But steadiness is required.
should not spend the time without production. Future is Children are very active. Students are very busy in their
schedules. Great artists will become greater. Upcoming artists
brighter. Hope is the key for successful committed efforts. will be on the silver screen. Praying Lord Subrahmanya will
Praying Goddess Durga or Mahalakshmi will lead in a right lead to easy success.
path.
Cancer (Karkataka) : Enemies are there but Capricorn (Makara) : Time is to be turned steadily
success is on the cards. Scientists, inventors will and favourable conditions are ahead. Better not to
have right time to be in lime light. Great honours think of disgrace but move swiftly in a positive
will shower on for their committed efforts. Abroad direction. Health is wealth. Old people in the house
tours may except. Women are very happy for their skilful must be taken care of as well as small kids too. Enjoyments
displays which are rewarded suitably. Top management in the should be reduced. There may be a journey which may help
houses will have an easy song to get recognised. Worshipping to ease the situations. Praying Goddess Lakshmi will shower
Lord Subrahmanya will give immense pleasure. everything.
Leo (Simha) : There is a possibility for procuring Aquarius (Kumbha) : Aquarians are in the still
the things. Their thought process is faster and the waters to swim across very comfortably to reach
implementation becomes slower. Students are very their goals and hit the targets. Poets, people of
enthusiastic to fly over to foreign lands. They will creativity are exposed to light. Even software
become successful in their mission. But a bit expensive. personnel will just dictate terms. Students will have a very
Becomes late in implementation process. Action should be good time. But personnel health care is more important.
quicker. Worshipping Lord Siva will give excellent results. Fastness should be avoided. Praying Lord Narayana will work
very impressively.
Virgo (Kanya) : Jupiter is very strong and success Pisces (Meena) : Long pending agreement issues
is on the cards. Public relations are excellent to build will have a better outcome. Better to settle the matter
up for a long time. New assignments are open to than keep on pending. Success is on the cards. There
complete in a systematic manner. They will be in the will be a great success in almost all the matters related to the
lime light. There may be sudden promotions which real estate. Issues between brothers also will settle peacefully.
may be beyond expectation. Awards of honour may be Better settlements will be there. Every one will have good luck
declared. Their songs are very attractive and highly audible.
But time is more important for success. Praying Lord Siva and and better life. By enchanting the stotras of Goddess Lakshmi
Goddess will turn the direction to easy success. will bring luck and prosperity in life.
Prince! Fear not. Fight! You made Uttara Kumara did not pay any heed. Saying he just could
not do it, he got off the chariot and took to his heels.
such tall claims at the palace to the Brihannala ran after him. Realising that Brihannala who
women. You must fight at least for was attired in women’s clothes was none other than
that! Arjuna, the Kaurava forces burst into laughter.
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Uttara Kumar opened the parcel. The weapons shone with a Arjuna took his conch Devadatta
magical gleam. He was dumbstruck by the bow that glittered and his bow Gandiva. Uttara took
like a golden python. Only when Arjuna recounted his various charge of the chariot and both
made their way towards the
names and explained how he acquired those names did Uttara battlefield.
believe that Brihannala and Arjuna were one and the same.
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