Author Archives: Yamini Zivan
‘dharmam bhAgavatam kalau ati sukham!’ For this Kali Yuga, Bhagavata Dharma is not only the apt dharma, but also a joyous one. Only if something to be performed is sweet and joyous to practice, will people enjoy doing it. If …
We conclude the Panduranga bhakta quiz series this month with Bhanudasa, a great devotee who actually brought Panduranga back to Pandharpur. Happy learning! 1. What is the meaning of ‘Bhanudasa’ a. A devotee of wind god b. A devotee of …
Madhura Geetham – Sloka Series “Athichoodi” is a type of poetic work (in Tamil) that comprises of a collection of one-line philosophical verses. HH Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji has composed a “Vedanta Athichoodi”, a poetic work that speaks of life’s …
My Dear Soul Mate, Radhe Radhe! It’s been a long time since we had a chat. How are you? Are you regular with your Bhagavata parayana, nama japa, pooja, and kirtan? Are you maintaining your health to do bhakti? Don’t …
A few important daily practices for us all – to lead a happy life! By HH Maharanyam Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji Take food properly, but take sattvic food. Unnecessary and adamant fasting will lead to many diseases. Take proper sleep and …
This series chronicles interesting experiences recounted by the devotees of HH Maharanyam Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji. These articles are translations from the series, “Madhuramaana Mahaneeyar” that is published every month in Madhuramurali Tamil monthly magazine. The original article was written by Dr. Bhagyanathanji, Personal …
Gajendra Moksham is one of the first religiously themed stories I remember being told as a child. When I was young, my sister and I would sit eagerly in our beds as Appa pretended to be first Gajendra, then Makara …
Vedanta Athichoodi “Athichoodi” is a type of poetic work (in Tamil) that comprises of a collection of one-line philosophical verses. The great devotee and poet Avvayar is known for using this form. Vedanta Athichoodi is Sri Swamiji’s work in Tamil …