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For Bhakti Marga, two granthas are considered very important. Paranur Mahatma Sri Sri Anna Sri Krishna Premi Swamigal, in his work called Bhakti Paatah, explains this. He says, bhakteh pitA bhAgavatam mAtA gItA yashaswinI bhakti kAmah paThet tasmAt ashaktah shruNuyAt …
This series was originally published in Tamil MadhuraMurali monthly magazine in India, as a 12-part series. Based on Sri Swamiji’s Madhurageetham, “Govindanukku Aatpatta Kudumbamamma Engal Kudumbam”, it speaks beautifully of how the family members of our satsang lead/need to lead …
Navarathri Utsav of 1997 This series chronicles sweet experiences recounted by the devotees of HH Maharanyam Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji as well as some divine experiences of Sri Swamiji himself. These articles are translations from the series “Madhuramaana Mahaneeyar” that …
Every relationship in this world is based on expectation. Father expects son to be well-behaved, well-educated and grow into a good individual. Teacher expects the student to excel in his studies. Manager expects his team members to complete all the …
On the auspicious Ashada month, let’s enjoy a quiz on the women saints of Pandharpur. 1. Janabai was a great devotee of Lord Panduranga. Who came to help her with the household chores? a. Her friend, Meera b. Her neighbor, …
Ashadha Ekadashi Pandharpur Wari – A Pilgrimage of Devotion and Joy Ashadhi Ekadashi, which typically falls in the month of July, is very auspicious and special for the devotees of Lord Vitthala of Pandharpur. The devotees take part in their …
Surrender by the Wives of Kaliya The all-merciful Bhagavan has played infinite leelas in the lives of His devotees. Many a time, out of His own accord, He has intervened in the lives of many beings, bestowing His grace upon …
“I Am Awed!” Hindu Youth Q & A Series Why do we use incense and other accessories for worship? A series of “Little Questions and Lucid Answers” sessions were conducted to explore the greatness and depth of Hinduism through questions …
This series was originally published in Tamil MadhuraMurali monthly magazine in India, as a 12-part series. Based on Sri Swamiji’s Madhurageetham, “Govindanukku Aatpatta Kudumbamamma Engal Kudumbam”, it speaks beautifully of how the family members of our satsang lead/need to lead …