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Editorial
His Holiness
Sri Selvam Siddhar
(DR. Commander Selvam)
Om Guruve Namaha!
I
do not have words to express my gratitude to thousands
of appreciating phone calls and e-mails. It is beyond our
imagination for us Siddhi Times Team, to get this great
success within short span of 2 months. Yes, of course I am very
successful in my spiritual path, and as rightly said by one of our
Temple supporter Ms Nina Gupta, “Swamiji, Your blessings are
working very well for you”. I accept it now.
I am really proud of this accomplishment as when we get
numerous phone calls from all over USA, asking us to mail a
copy of Siddhi Times personally to their home and they are
ready to pay any money. Our siddhi Times is published by
our great Hindu Temple of Georgia and any of your support
financially or in any kinds are welcome.
Any one living in Georgia should admit that ours is not a Yellow
page book like few magazines are coming with only Ads and no
one cares to keep the same with them for reference. However,
our 8 out of 10 Siddhi Times readers keep their copy of the
magazine and preserve the same. Once you read the contents,
any one who is seeking for knowledge in this world will agree
to the same.
In regards to the temple, the “Balalayam” period is going to end
very soon, and after that the main shrine construction will get
started. After finishing the new expansion of the mandir, this
will be the only Hindu Temple in the Universe with 108 Shivjis,
not Shivalingam.
Being a human, I too have traveled a hard path in my life.
However, with Shankar Bhagawan’s blessings all the miracles
are happening. The Hindu Temple of Georgia never had any a
kind of financial crunch like most of the Hindu temple in USA
has. This is the 1st Hindu temple with 45,000 sq ft in USA,
came to operational within just 3 months. The main reason is
the pure blessings of Gods, Grahas and Angles which comes
with the purity in the mind. That’s why I always say that “You
will live according to your thoughts”.
Obviously, when any one person is growing, there are some
people who do not like it. It happens every where in this world.
Being a human, you cannot make every one happy, that’s why
I always say that lot of people are unhappy, because they feel
some one are happy.
Jealousy, Politics and Egos makes any person to feel not so
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Om Namashivayaa!!
good about themselves and others too. The main reason that we
never called any one in the USA for donation is purely to avoid
politics inside the temple; we still get millions of dollars from
the good hearted people all across the world.
The residents of Atlanta should agree the growth of our Hindu
Temple of Georgia as we are the talk of the Indian Communities
and everyone is amazed about the growth as the temple is not
even 1 year old, but has set the standards high to all the other
temples in USA.
I was giving a sat sang yesterday in our Temple and was saying
that being Trustee, you should have a trust on your Trust,
however it is not happening. One of the real estate broker,
formerly a priest in the local temple met with me and told me
that the concerned temple is asking $500 as donation for some of
the project as a 1st donor, where as the other 10 board members
have not put any money, he felt very bad about the same.
The reason why I am mentioning is this because Atlanta has
lot of rich Indians and lots of them are associated to some
temples as Board members or Trustees. Then, why are those
organizations suffering financially and sometimes unable to
pay the priest wages. That’s what I said in the beginning,”YOU
WILL LIVE ACCORDING TO YOUR THOUGHTS”. I never
admit someone made lot of money is intelligent and some one
who lost money is an idiot. It is all Karma based, however with
proper Atharva Vedic Swamiji’s Support, we should be able to
make up our various problems comfortable. I have learned the
Atharva Veda Thantra in a proper way, so that I could make
up the KARMA comfortable. It is a truth that no one could
change any ones life. However with the purity in the mind and
with good actions, someone should admit their Karma in a
comfortable way.
As an easy example, when I buy a home for a million with 20%
down payment and the bank pays the rest. As soon as I close
my Escrow/Contract I say that’s my home, I own and living in a
million dollar home. Please come to MY HOME. However 99%
of the homes in USA are owned by the financial institutions. We
never say that it’s a Bank of America home, Wells Fargo Home
etc. When we say it’s my home, literally that’s not our home.
Here bank is a make up factor.
What I am trying to emphasize is that, always we should be
able to resolve our problems in a comfortable way through
Atharva Veda. Our Hindu Temple of Georgia is well versed in
the same.
One of the devotee asked me a question “Swamiji, do I need to
pray to God or believe in God?” The devotee was quite shocked
by my answer as I said there is no need to believe in God or
pray to God. Then I continued, praying to the God or believing
in God is like having a full bumper to bumper insurance. You
could drive your car without insurance; (of course that is not
legal), you will be alright until the time the cop don’t catch you
or you don’t get in to any kinds of accidents. If any one of the
above things happens, then all the pain and fine starts.
If any accident happened, then the insurance company will take
care of the losses, however without insurance we need to take
care of the expenses ourselves. What is the idea here is praying
to the Gods are like taking an insurance, when we are going
to have any kinds of problems because of our Poorva Karma
(Past Incarnation Sin), the Godly forces will come and ease
the situation. See, even in the accident the insurance company
comes in to help only after the accident, and naturally we cannot
call the insurance company to pay for the damages before the
accident happen. The same way because of our Poorva Karma,
if we are going to have some problems, the Godly forces will
help us WHEN THE PROBLEMS ARISES. Although India is
a Hindu Country, we have not printed anything about Gods in
our Rupee notes, however in the US dollar bills, it is printed as
GOD WE TRUST. We are living in a very beautiful country in
the world, where you are respected properly as long as you don’t
mesh up with something or any one. The law and enforcement
is great. Very excellent system of management, that’s why
Americans are considered #1 in the world for their management
capabilities. Always in anything good, there will be a bad. But
it’s always great to have good in a higher proportion. Salute
this GREAT USA which is giving us wonders to us and to our
children. We are blessed to live in this great USA. Let us pray
to our Gods to give all the excellence to the president of this
nation and other members of the parliament to long live with
their family and children.
Om Shanthi!!!
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 Pandit L V Sharma
Vol : 4

I
ndia is of the love and affection shown to us by our parents
the most and other circle. If we make our life an exemplary
famous for one we can set as a practical example to the entire
her culture humanity.
and respected
globally for the I wish to quote some more from the other works of the
same. A lot of aforesaid great saint.
saints and monks Once the saint was walking to the river Ganges
lived and living for having his holy bathe and for performing some
at India. A good religious rites. By that time Lord Shiva appeared
lot of them also before him in the shape of a scavenger. Four dogs
live at foreign followed him. The worst smell from the pot of
countries. Even indigenous alcoholic liquor was also an awesome
though they one. On seeing this, the saint’s followers and the saint
live at foreign asked the scavenger to move away from that path.
countries, they The scavenger replied, “oh saint you want either me
are respected more. The reason for their respect is on or my athma to move away from here”. Then the saint
two ways. One he is an Indian and the second they live a understood that the man who has come in the shape is
spiritual life. As discussed in the last issues spirituality is
entirely different from the religion. Religion goes only
to a certain group of people but spirituality reaches to
all. To reach all the love and devotion are the required
things. In this issue we will see the spirituality of a few
monks. First we will see Sri.Adhishankaracharya. In
one of his verse he says as “Janthoonaam Narajanma
durlabamatho”, which means it is very hard to get a
human birth. As it is very hard to get a human birth, it
is our duty to get the full meaning of that human birth.
How to give the exact meaning to the human birth?
Only by leading a spiritual life we can make our life
meaningful. To lead a life of spirituality we need only
love and not any religion. The love is mentioned as
the gist of life and humanity. In his another verse Sri.
Sankaracharya says as even though we
come from the dirtiest place (womb of
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 is the greatest one. It starts as “Kim Gangambhuvi”. I wish
to give the meaning of the verse. The moon reflects in the
holy river Ganges, and the same reflects in the small water
pond of the slum, Either the moon or the Sun never see
difference between the holy and ugly. They see only the
human being and humanity. Like that we should never
see any difference between the people. We have to see
all in an equal humanitarian base only. The great saint
considered the scavenger as his Guru and he bowed him.
As the verse speaks of higher quality humanity it is called
as “maneesha”. In the language Tamil and Sanskrit the
word “Manishan” means “the man of higher qualities”.
Baja Govindam, He quotes a lot about spirituality. I wish
to quote only one verse starts as “Nahi nahi rakshathi
Drukilinkarane”. The meaning of this verse is “no grammar
or the education will help a human being to lead a holy
life. But only by leading a spiritual life one can be the
leader of the entire human race. By strictly adopting the
procedures to develop the spirituality in all our minds we
all can lead the highest quality of spiritual life. By leading
a spiritual life the entire human race will be happy. Once
again I thank Sri Swamiji for giving me an opportunity to
share my ideas with you all. I pray the Almighty to make
us meet again through the next issue.
a man of higher spiritually qualified man. He immediately wrote
five verses named as “maneesha panchagam”. Even though the Om Shanthi ! Om Shanthi ! Om Shanthi !
complete verses speak a lot about spirituality, the first sentence

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 ?
Doubts
Some thing new experience! Put a screen and access the depth which will guide the mind to filter the good. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

SRI ARJUNA’S
D
evotees with stable mind worship the
Lord with pure devotion and meditation
and the other kind of devotees do their
worships, which are a part from observation of
five senses so shall I know! Which one deemed
as better kind of realization? This was the doubt
of Sri Arjuna!
sacrificed; for the sake of a city, a village shall
Lord Sri Krishna answered him. be sacrificed, for the sake of a village, a family
shall be sacrificed.
“The whole hearted by duty-consciousness and
the steady minded of the worshipping practice is The scholars do not have the feeling of wail about
one of the ways needed for meditation and those those who were dead and the geniuses do not feel
who follow these norms are considered as the well grief about those who are living the lives with
acquainted meditators. Even then, balanced mind unworthiness.
in all the stages is needed. Senses are habitual
slaves which should be kept aside. To be in a The people with the knowledge have attachment
search of the great thing that is unexplainable by towards duties. Those who have no knowledge do
words, even the eyes could not scale it by vision, not have attachment towards duties.
the domain that is not reachable by thought that
has no change-that is unshakable. But it is existing A person who does not have attachment, towards
every where, in an established firmness which is anything gets freedom from worldly affairs. That
un-destroyable. person has got stability in wisdom. That person
performs duty with devotion. That duty may
Those who are desirous with bodily attachments, also slip down a person who does not celebrate
it would be very difficult to come in to the circle victory, that person does not feel sad about defeat.
of pure meditation. For those who are with That kind of person does not get confusion and
earthly clutches and if they surrender themselves gets fixed to strong-will.
with all the duties and responsibilities with the
God, and ensure the entire devotion with him Mind gets attracted due to the attentions of
only; then they are released soon from the ocean beauty of natural things in the external world.
of rebirths which are annexed with deaths. This Thought and imagination appear because of soul
deed is possible when they set apart everything
and confidently establish the purity with God.
This devotion is set to reach the shore of grace
of god.

The mind and the knowledge should be

concentrated and centralized with determination
of reaching the goal. This will be undoubtedly
coupled with goal. If the concentration vibrates,
then try through practical meditation.

People with over- anguish and strong desire

are committed to all big offences. If they are
admitted to govern, the justice will vanish.

For the sake of a country, a city shall be

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 Needs will be much and more; but terminate with absolute so as to conclude the real need. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
and mind. mind in God’s divinity.

A person, who attained renunciation, conceives all the senses God has merciful form. God has no hatred towards anybody
within himself. He destroys all kinds of sins. or anything. Almighty lives in kind-hearted people. Almighty
is near to one who worships him. Almighty is the medicine.
Being attached to the omniscient, that person enjoys endless Almighty pervades in all the things. Almighty is architect
joy. This universe is filled with affection and passion. Even among all technicians.
animals have this tendency.
God is the beginning and He is the end of every living being.
The place of soul is invisible and the eyes do not see and perceive. One who bears the abuses and under-estimation and degradation
Even the mind does not know the origination of the soul. and one who is unmoved by praises and fame and dignity, that
person attains the virtue of divinity. That person does not link
The three kind persons are one, who suffers from sickness with desirable and undesirable things. He lives without any
and, a person who wants to attain wisdom and other person, kind of external attachment. That person is unmoved by the
who wants wealth and property all the three kinds worship the five senses. That person achieves birthlessness.
supreme.
This human body or physique is a machine that one should
The Almighty is originator of origination. The Almighty is the know how to operate it and one should know how to occupy it.
creator of all living beings. The Almighty is the hero of all epics
and poems. One should know how to enter into a deed and how to come out
from the same deed. That person knows well about the nature
Among weapon God exists as the vajrayudha, the weapon of of all kind of deeds.
Devendra. Among the divinely great saints, God is Prahaladha
(a born genius). When one is performing meditation, when one is reciting holy
Among the secrets, God is silence. scriptures, when one is offering the valuable things to the poor,
is the time that person realizes the nature of true-self.
One who dwells in God’s grace, that person dwells in the cosmic
elements like air, fire, ether, water and soil. The state of venomous at the beginning and found as nectar in
the final, that stage the soul is in conjunction with purity and
With the help of chastity one should achieve the good power. feels the happiness of realization which is called as ‘satvika’.
Even the poison of a snake is powerless if one can firmly resists
that poison. The Almighty is the supreme soul Mahatma among the
common human beings. The Almighty invades every direction
The soul is not enlightened by Sun or the Moon it has its own and every space and distance. The Almighty destroys the evil.
enlightenment. The Almighty has all the manifestations such as air, fire, ether,
water and space. God is the Almighty among the mighty.
By devotion, God is easily reachable. The small offering of a
fruit or a leaf of a tree will satisfy him. He appears himself
in non-violence. He appreciates worship and offerings. Fix the

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 The philosophic path will be the best friend to provide peace and happiness. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

Suprabhatam with translation in English

A pre dawn in many south Indian temples and homes ..

Suprapatham To Lord Balaji (Mahavishnu)

( with its translation in English)

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“kausalya supraja rama!purva sandhya pravartate, uthishta!
narasardula! kartavyam daivam ahnikam “

Sri Rama! Kausalya’s endearing son! Wake up, dear! You have
to do your day-to-day duties do wake up please.

May it be an auspicious dawn (morning) to Thee, O Lakshmi,

the Mother of the Worlds, the ever dweller on the chest of
Vishnu ( i.e., the enemy of the demons, madhu and Kaitabha),
of attractive and divine form, the Mistress and of the nature of
granting the desired objects of those seeking refuge!

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“thava suprabhatham aravindalochane ! bhavathu prasanna
mukhachandra
mandale vidhisankarendra vanithabhirarchithe ! vrishasaila
nathadavithel dayanidhe”
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“uthishtothishta! govinda! uthishta garudadhvaja! uthishta May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee, O Lakshmi of the eyes
kamalakantha! thrilokyam mangalam kuru” like the lotus, of a bright face like the Moon, worshipped
by the wives of Brahma, Shankara and Indra and a treasure
O Govinda, wake up! O Garudadhvaja! Wake up. O Kamalakanta of compassion. You have an endearing attachment to your
(i.e., the husband of Kamala)! All the three worlds are under devotees.
your rule, they have to prosper, Wake up, my child.
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3 “athriyadhi saptharushays samupasya sandhyam aakasa sindhu
“ matas samsastajagatam : madhukaitabhareh vakshoviharini ! kamalani
manohara-divyamurte : sri swamini srithajana priya danaseele ! sri manoharani aadaya padhayuga marchayithum prapanna:
Venkatesadayithe thava suprabhatham” seshadrisekhara
vibho! thava suprabhatham”

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Having worshipped the morning twilight (i.e., having said
the morning prayer, namely, the sandhyavandana) the seven
sages like Arti, bringing the beautiful lotuses from the Divine
Ganges, have arrived to worship Thy feet. Lord of Seshachala!
May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee?
6 opening of the petals, are singing solemn hymns. Oh Srinivasa!
“panchananabja bhava shanmukha vasavadhya: tryvikramadhi
charitham
vibhudhasthuvanthi bhashapathipatathi vasara shuddhi marath
seshadri-sekhara-vibho! thava subrabhatham”
Aran, Aryan, Shanmuga and Devas are all-anxious to adore
you. The daily Panchangam is to be read and approved by you.
Get up, Srinivasa, dear.
7 Ayarpadi, ladies are singing their sweet melodies as they are
“Eeshathprapulla saraseeruha narikela phugadrumadi
sumanohara
Balikanam aavaathi mandamanilassaha divya gandhai:
seshadri-shekhara-vibho! thava suprabhatham”
The breeze, carrying the wonderful fragrance of the partly
opened lotuses and the beautiful ears of the trees like the Areca
and Coconut, is gently blowing. Lord of Seshachala! May it be
an auspicious dawn to Thee.
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“unmilya nethrayugam uttama-panjarasthaa : Paathraa vasishta
kadhaleephala payasani bhukthvaa saleelamatha keli sukha:
patanthi
Seshadri-sekhara-vibho! thava suprabhatham “
The parrots, kept for pleasure in the foremost cages, opening
theireyes, are graciously singing, after eating the remains of the
plantainfruits and the payasam in the vessels. Lord Seshachala!
May it be an auspicious dawn to Thee?
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“hava naradopi Bhashasamagrama sakruthkara sara rammyam
seshadri-sekhara-vibho! thava suprabhatham”
Thumburu Narada is speeding up to you. His Veena is set to
sing your glory. Do hear these melodious songs of Narada.
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“brungavaleecha makaranda rashanuvidda jhankara geetha
ninadaissa
sevanaya niryathyupaantha sarasee kamalodarebhyaha
seshadri-sekhara-vibho! thava suprabhatham”
Lotus hidden bees, having come out in the open with the
You are omnipotent.
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“yosha ganena varadhadni vimathyamaane ghoshalayeshu
dhadhimanthana
theevraghoshaaha Roshaathkalim vidha-dhathe kakubhascha
kumbhaha
seshadri-sekhara-vibho! thava suprabhatham”
churning butter. They announce the day-dawn. Get up, oh
Govinda! Bless these endearing Gopis.
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 To be greedy or much greedy depends upon the one’s position which has relation with inferiority. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

1. Kowsalya supraja Rama poorva sandhya pravarthathe

Uthishta narasardoola karthavyam daivamahnikam
(Twice)

Vandu udithay Rama nee,

Kausalai than thiru maganai,
Chindumoli chirukalai,
Disai engum pularkirathu!
Mandirangal vaay mozhindu,
Vandanaigal purindu arula,
Chendiru kan arul pozhiya,
Vengadava ezhundaralvay.

Oh, Darling son of Kaushalya,

The early dawn has broken,
Oh the lion among men,
Be pleased to open your eyes.
And perform the rites of the morn

2. Uthishtothishta Govinda uthishta

garudadhwaja
Uthishta kamalakantha thrilokyam
mangalam kuru (Twice)

Ezhundu arulvai vel garuda,

Kodi udayay ezhundu arul vay,
Ezhundu arul vay thiru kamali.
Vizhai maarba ezhundu arul vay,
Ezhundu arul vay moo ulagum,
Kathu arula ezhundu arul vay,
Ezhundu arul vay Govinda,
Vengadava ezhundu arul vay.

Awake and awake, Oh Lord Govinda,

Awake Oh Lord , who has an eagle flag,
Awake Oh Lord of she who sits on a
Lotus,
And fill the three worlds to the brim with
happiness.

3. Mathassamasta jagatham
madukaitabhare:
Vakshoviharini manohara
divyamoorthe
Sree swamini srithajana priya
danaseele
Sree Venkatesadayithe thava
suprabhatham

Por purindu madhu kaidabar,

Thamai azhithan ula tholiye,
Paar anaithum kathu
alikkum,
Perazhagin arul uruve,
Paar akathar vizhaindu

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ethum,
Cheer seela perum thaye,
Kaar vanna vengadathan,
Thirthevi, ezhundu arul vay.
Oh mother of all the worlds,
Oh epitome of beauty in the heart of the Lord,
Who killed Madhu and Kaidaba in war,
Oh Goddess who lights the hearts,
Of those who worship thee,
Of Darling of Venkatesa,
A very good morning to you.
4. Thavasuprabhathamaravindalochane
Bhavathu prasanna mukhachandra mandale
Vidhisankarendra vanithabhirarchithe
Vrishasaila nathadavithe, davanidhe
Thingal oli thiru mugathil,
Pongum arul pozhibavale,
Ingukalai vaniyudan,
Indirani ambigayam,
Mangayargal thozhudu ethum,
Manbudaya thani thalaivee,
Chenkamala vengadathan ,
Thiru thevi ezhundu arulvai.
A very good morning to you,
Oh Goddess with lotus like eyes,
Who heralds happiness,
From her full moon face,
Who is served by consorts,
Of Brahma, Shiva and Indra,
Who is the storehouse of mercy,
And who is the darling of him ,
Who has the Venkata Mountain.
5.Athriyadhi saptharushay ssamupasya sandyam
Aakasa sindhu kamalani manoharani
Aadaya padhayuga marchayithum prapanna:
Seshadrisekhara vibho! Thava suprabhatham
Tholai vidathum pala vidathum,
Chuzhandru thiri Ezh munivar,
Chalithariya thavam iyathi,
Sandhya vandanam mudithu,
Nilai peru nin pugazh cholli,
Nin padam sevikka,
Malai adainthu kathu ulaar kaan,
Vengadava ezhundu arulvai.
The seven great sages of yore,
Lead by the great sage Athri,
After wandering far and near,
After doing their morning Sandhya ,
And after singing your praise heartily,
Are waiting to worship at thine feet,
And so be pleased to get up,
Of Lord of the Sesha mountain.
6. Panchananabja bhava shanmukavasavadhya:
Tryvikramadhi charitham vibhudhasthuvanthi
Bhashapathipatathi vasara shuddhi marath
Seshadri sekhara vibho! thava subrabhatham
Aangu antha brahmavum,
Aaru muganum devargalum,
Ongi ulagu alanda,
Uyar kathaigal paadu gindrar,
Eengu inda vyazha muni,
Panchangam oodugindrar,
Theenkavigal chevi madukka,
Vengadava ezhundu arul vay.
The five faced God Brahma,
The six faced God Shanmuga,
And all the devas,
Are praising by relating thine story,
Of measuring the universe by three steps,
And the Teacher of devas , the God Jupiter,
Is reading the almanac of the day,
And so be pleased to get up,
Oh, Lord of the Sesha mountain.
7. Eeshathprapulla saraseeruha narikela
Phoogadrumadi sumanohara Balikanam
Aavaathi mandamanilassaha divya gandhai:
Seshadri shekara vibho! thava suprabhatham
Nal kamugu thennaigalil,
Paalai manam negizhndanaval,
Pal vanna mottugal thaam,
Panithenodu alarnthanaval,
Pullarikkum mel era,
Poon thendral thavazhkiradal,
Ellamum anindarula,
Vengadava ezhundarul vai.
The pretty incense filled flower buds,
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Of the betel nut and coconut trees,
Have started opening with films of snow and honey,
And the pleasant breeze of the morn has started to Waft,
And so be pleased to get up,
Oh Lord of the Sesha mountain.

8. Unmeelya nethrayugamuththama panjarasthaa:

Paathraa vasishta kadhaleephala payasani Bhukthvaa
saleelamatha keli sukha: patanthi
Seshadri sekhara vibho! thava suprabhatham

Nin thiruper pala kettu,

Ninnadiyar mey marakka,
Nin koil pain kilikal,
Theenganiyam amudarundhi,
Nin thiru per ayirathal.
Nedumpugazhai mizathidumal,
Nin cheviyal thuytharula, Kan mayangi malar mugattun,
Vengadava ezhundarl vay. Kaalai varai chirai kidantha,
Vandinangal reengarithe,
Those parrots in your temple’s cages, Vandanaval ninai thozhave,
After a yummy repast of thine Naivedhya , Thannarulal sevai thara,
Of the sweet meal with tasty banana fruits, Vengadava ezhundarl vay.
Sing thine dear names again and again,
To the ecstasic stupor of thine devotees great, The bees drunk by the honeyed juice of the pollen,
And so be please to get up to hear them, Of the opened lotuses in thine holy ponds,
Oh, Lord of the Sesha mountain. Are dancing to the accompaniment of their own buzzing sound,
To drink thine form and to salute you,
9. Thanthree prakarsha madhuraswanaya And so be pleased to get up to see them,
vipanchyaa Gayathyanantha charitham Oh Lord of the Sesha mountain.
thava naradopi Bhashasamagrama sakruthkara sara
ramyam 11. Yoshaganena varadhadni vimathyamaane
Seshadri sekhara vibho! thava suprabhatham Ghoshalayeshu dhadhimanthana
theevraghoshaaha Roshaathkalim
Evvidathum nilayaga, vidha-dhathe kakubhascha kumbhaha
Nindru ariyaa Naradarum, Seshadri sekhara vibho! thava suprabhatham
Ivvidathu un perumaigal tham,
Eerpathanal nilai kondar, Kana mulaigal nimirndu asaiya,
Chevviya than veenayil un, Kai valaigal oli ezhuppa,
Thiruccharithai meetuginrar, Mana makizhndu thayir kadayum,
Avvisayai kettu arula, Mathu oliyum disai oliyum,
Vengadava ezhundu arul vay. Chinandana pol edir olikka,
Nedum thudigal muzhangidumal,
The holy sage Narada is singing.
Thine endless story,
Composed in faultless verse,
Accompanied by his divine veena ,
In the sweetest possible voice,
And so be pleased to get up to enjoy them,
Oh, Lord of the Sesha mountain.

10. Brungavaleecha makaranda rashanuvidda

Jhankara geetha ninadaissa sevanaya
Niryathyupaantha sarasee kamalodarebhyaha
Seshadri sekhara vibhol thava suprabhatham

Ven kamala onn malargal,

Vilaitha madhu miga varaundhi,

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 Every action has got its own reaction- but how it is going to act will be suspense. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

ARYABHAT T
(476 CE)
MASTER ASTRONOMER AND
MATHEMATICIAN

Born in 476 CE in Kusumpur ( Bihar ), Aryabhatt’s intellectual brilliance

remapped the boundaries of mathematics and astronomy. In499 CE, at the
age of 23, he wrote a text on astronomy and anunparallel treatise on mathematics
called “Aryabhatiyam.” Heformulated the process of calculating the motion of
planets and thetime of eclipses. Aryabhatt was the first to proclaim that the earth
is round, it rotates on its axis,orbits the sun and is suspended in space - 1000 years
before Copernicus published his heliocentric theory. He is also acknowledged
for calculating p (Pi) to four decimal places: 3.1416 and the sinetable in
trigonometry. Centuries later, in 825 CE, the Arab mathematician,
Mohammed Ibna Musacredited the value of Pi to the Indians, “This value has
been given bythe Hindus.” And above all, his most spectacular contribution was
the concept of zero without which modern computer technology would have
been non-existent. Aryabhatt was a colossus in the field of mathematics.

BHASKARACHARYA II
(1114-1183 CE)
GENIUS IN ALGEBRA
Born in the obscure village of Vijjadit (Jalgaon) in Maharastra,
Bhaskaracharya’s work in Algebra, Arithmetic and Geometry
catapulted him to fame and immortality. His renowned mathematical
works called “Lilavati” and “Bijaganita” are considered to be un
paralled and a memorial to his profound intelligence Its translation
inseveral languages of the world bear testimony to its eminence. In
his treatise “ Siddhant Shiromani “ he writes on planetary positions,
eclipses, cosmography, mathematical techniques and astronomical
equipment. In the “ Surya Siddhant “ he makes a note on the force of
gravity: “Objects fall on earth due to a force of attraction by the earth.
Therefore, the earth, planets, constellations, moon, and sun are held in
orbit due to this attraction.” Bhaskaracharya was the first to discover
gravity, 500 years before Sir Isaac Newton . He was the champion
among mathematicians of ancient and medieval India . His works
fired the imagination of Persian and European scholars, who through
research on his works earned fame and popularity.

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 Cement is made from the powder of rock- a scholar is born through the knowledge he gained rock-strength and mind-power both are strong.- Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

ACHARYA KANAD
(600 BCE)
FOUNDER OF ATOMIC THEORY
As the founder of “ Vaisheshik Darshan “- one of six principal
philosophies of India - Acharya Kanad was a genius in philosophy.
He is believed to have been born in Prabhas Kshetra near Dwarika in
Gujarat . He was the pioneer expounder of realism, law of causation
and the atomic theory. He has classified all the objects of creation into
nine elements, namely: earth, water, light, wind, ether, time, space, mind
and soul. He says, “Every object of creation is made of atoms which in
turn connect with each other to form molecules.” His statement ushered
in the Atomic Theory for the first time ever in the world, nearly 2500
years before John Dalton . Kanad has also described the dimension
and motion of atoms and their chemical reactions with each other.
The eminent historian, T.N.Colebrook , has said, “Compared
to the scientists of Europe , Kanad and other Indian
scientists were the global masters of this field.”

ACHARYA CHARAK Acharya Charak has been crowned as the Father of Medicine.
(600 BCE) His renowned work, the “ Charak Samhita “, is considered as an
FATHER OF MEDICINE encyclopedia of Ayurveda. His principles, diagoneses, and cures
retain their potency and truth even after a couple of millennia.
When the science of anatomy was confused with different
theories in Europe , Acharya Charak revealed through his innate
genius and enquiries the facts on human anatomy,embryology,
pharmacology, blood circulation and diseases like diabetes,
tuberculosis, heart disease, etc. In the “ Charak Samhita “
he has described the medicinal qualities and functions of
100,000 herbal plants.He has emphasized the influence of diet
and activity on mind and body. He has proved the correlation of
spirituality and physical health contributed greatly to diagnostic
and curative sciences. He has also prescribed and ethical charter
for medical practitioners two centuries prior to the Hippocratic
oath. Through his genius and intuition, Acharya Charak made
landmark contributions to Ayurvedal. He forever remains etched
in the annals of history as one of the greatest and noblest of
rishi-scientists.

and other challenging operations. In the “ Sushrut Samhita ,”

ACHARYA SUSHRUT (600 BCE)
FATHER OF PLASTIC SURGERY
A genius who has been glowingly
recognized in the annals of
medical science. Born to sage
Vishwamitra, Acharya Sudhrut
details the first ever surgery
procedures in “ Sushrut Samhita ,”
a unique encyclopedia of surgery.
He is venerated as the father of
plastic surgery and the science
of anesthesia. When surgery was
in its infancy in Europe , Sushrut
was performing Rhinoplasty
(restoration of a damaged nose)
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he prescribes treatment for twelve types of fractures and six
types of dislocations. His details on human embryology are
simply amazing. Sushrut used 125 types of surgical instruments
including scalpels, lancets, needles, Cathers and rectal speculums;
mostly designed from the jaws of animals and birds. He has also
described a number of stitching methods; the use of horse’s hair
as thread and fibers of bark. In the “ Sushrut Samhita ,” and
fibers of bark. In the “ Sushrut Samhita ,” he details 300 types of
operations. The ancient Indians were the pioneers in amputation,
caesarian and cranial surgeries. Acharya Sushrut was a giant in
the arena of medical science.
 NAGARJUNA
VARAHAMIHIR (499-587 CE) (100 CE)
EMINENT ASTROLOGER AND ASTRONOMERA WIZARD OF
Renowned astrologer and astronomer who was honored with a CHEMICAL
special decoration and status as one of the nine gems in the court SCIENCE
of King Vikramaditya in Avanti ( Ujjain ). Varahamihir’s book He was an extraordinary wizard
“panchsiddhant” holds a prominent place in the realm of science born in the nondescript
of astronomy. He notes that the moon and planets village of Baluka in Madhya
are lustrous not because of their own light but due Pradesh . His dedicated research for
to sunlight. In the “ Bruhad Samhita “ and twelve years produced maiden
“ Bruhad Jatak ,” he has Revealed his discoveries and inventions in the
discoveries in the domains of geography, faculties of chemistry and metallurgy.
constellation, science, botany and Textual masterpieces like “ Ras Ratnakar ,”
animal science. In his treatise on “Rashrudaya” and “Rasendramangal” are his
botanical science, Varamihir renowned contributions to the science of
presents cures for various chemistry. Where the medieval alchemists
diseases afflicting plants and trees. The of England failed, Nagarjuna had discovered
rishi-scientist survives through his the alchemy of transmuting base metals
unique contributions to the science of into gold. As the author of medical books like
astrology and astronomy. “Arogyamanjari” and “Yogasar,” he also made
significant contributions to the field of curative medicine.
Because of his profound scholarliness and versatile
knowledge, he was appointed as Chancellor of the famous
University of Nalanda . Nagarjuna’s milestone discoveries
impress and astonish the scientists of today.

ACHARYAPATANJALI
(200 BCE)

FATHER OF YOGA
The Science of Yoga is one of several
unique contributions of India to the world. It
seeks to discover and realize the ultimate Reality
through yogic practices. Acharya Patanjali , the
founder, hailed from the district of Gonda (Ganara) in
Uttar Pradesh . He prescribed the control of prana (life breath)
as the means to control the body, mind and soul. This subsequently
rewards one with good health and inner happiness. Acharya Patanjali ‘s 84 yogic postures effectively enhance the efficiency
of the respiratory, circulatory, nervous, digestive and endocrine systems and many other organs of the body. Yoga has eight limbs
where Acharya Patanjali shows the attainment of the ultimate bliss of God in samadhi through the disciplines of: yam, niyam, asan, pranayam,
pratyahar, dhyan and dharna. The Science of Yoga has gained popularity because of its scientific approach and benefits. Yoga also holds the
honored place as one of six philosophies in the Indian philosophical system. Acharya Patanjali will forever be remembered and revered as a
pioneer in the science of self-discipline, happiness and self-realization.

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 ACHARYA BHARADWAJ
(800 BCE)
PIONEER OF AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
Acharya Bharadwaj had a hermitage in the holy city of Prayag
and was an ordent apostle of Ayurveda and mechanical sciences. He
authored the “ Yantra Sarvasva “ which includes astonishing and outstanding
discoveries in aviation science, space science and flying machines. He has
described three categories of flying machines:
1.) One that flies on earth from one place to another.
2.) One that travels from one planet to another.
3.) And One that travels from one universe to another. His designs and descriptions
have impressed and amazed aviation engineers of today. His brilliance in aviation
technology is further reflected through techniques described by him:
1.) Profound Secret: The technique to make a flying machine invisible through the
application of sunlight and wind force.
2.) Living Secret: The technique to make an invisible space machine
visible through the application of electrical force.
3.) Secret of Eavesdropping: The technique to listen to a conversation
in another plane.
4.) Visual Secrets: The technique to see what’s happening
inside another plane. Through his innovative and brilliant
discoveries, Acharya Bharadwaj has been
recognized as the pioneer of aviation
technology.

ACHARYA KAPIL (3000 BCE)

FATHER OF COSMOLOGY
Celebrated as the founder of Sankhya philosophy, Acharya Kapil is believed to
have been born in 3000 BCE to the illustrious sage Kardam and Devhuti. He
gifted the world with the Sankhya School of Thought. His pioneering
work threw light on the nature and principles of the ultimate Soul (Purusha),
primal matter (Prakruti) and creation. His concept of transformation of energy and
profound commentaries on atma, non-atma and the subtle elements of the cosmos
places him in an elite class of master achievers - incomparable to the discoveries
of other cosmologists. On his assertion that Prakruti, with the inspiration of
Purusha, is the mother of cosmic creation and all energies, he contributed a new
chapter in the science of cosmology. Because of his extrasensory observations
andrevelations on the secrets of creation, he is recognized and saluted as
the Father of Cosmology.

- Gokuldas Nair

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 Desire is the way to passion which alternatively turns as sin that comes to the hault at hell.- Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

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made.
The things you need:
Try out this craft and enjoy Easter!

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1. Paints
2. Paint brushes
3. Wool
4. Coloured paper
5. Scissors

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6. Glue

Step 1: Pierce the egg at one end and drain the egg white and the
yolk. You will have a hollow egg shell to decorate.

Step 2: Paint the egg in colourful patterns and gift it to your

friends. You could hang the egg from shrubs and trees.

Another way to decorate the eggs is to make different faces on

Work while you Play.

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nce upon a time there They danced baking tarts.
was a king who didn’t
want anyone to have They danced building carts.
fun. “If people have fun, they They danced training ponies.
don’t get their work done,” he
said. To make sure no one had They danced making bolognas.
fun, he passed a law. It was wonderful! Everyone was having fun!
The law said, “No Fun!”To But what about the work? Did it stop? Did everyone go home?
remind people about the law,
the king put “No Fun!” signs No, they most certainly did not. The king saw that everyone
around the entire kingdom. baked more tarts, built more carts, trained more ponies, and
So no one had any fun, and everyone was sad. Then, made more bolognas. So the king (who really liked to dance, it
one day, a knight named Sir Arty Smartypants came to turned out) changed the law to “Have fun while you work.” And
the kingdom. Sir Arty said, “I, Sir Arty Smartypants, everyone in the kingdom had fun while they worked, happily
would like to do my dance in smarty pants.” The king ever after.
shook his head. “I order you not to dance,” said the
king, “because dancing is fun. Remember the rule: No
Fun!”. Arty thought for a moment. Then he said, “Okay.
So, I guess I will not dance my smarty pants dance...
which goes a little something like this.”
And before the king could stop him, Sir Arty showed
the king the exact dance he said he was not going to
dance! And what a great dance! Soon everyone in the
kingdom was dancing. Even the king!

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 practice one more time. If I see a big wolf . . .
I’LL JUST CRY “WOLF!”
“The Boy Who Cried Wolf” A BIG BIG WOLF!
JUST CRY “WOLF!”
ALL THE FOLKS WILL COME A-RUNNING.
ALL I HAVE TO DO IS CRY “WOLF!”

A big crowd from the little village came running to help

me again. But there was no big wolf again.
“Wow, you came even faster this time!” I said. The
villagers were not happy. Not one bit.

“I don’t believe this. That’s the third time I came running

for nothing! I think this big job has gone to that little boy’s
head!” And they all headed back to the village. But then
the big hungry wolf really did come to steal the sheep!
I cried “WOLF!” No one came.
I shouted “WOLF!” No one came again.
I yelled “WOLF!” No one came some more.
I screamed “WOLF!”

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hat’s me. I’m the boy. This is my story. “That’s me,” said the wolf, and without so much as a huff
or a puff, he disappeared with all my sheep - the big ones
I was given a big job to do: watching a big herd of and the little ones. Boy, I was in big, big trouble! So, what
sheep. I had to protect them from the big hungry wolf. If did I learn from this?
I saw the wolf, the people from the village would come Good question. I think I learned two things.
running to catch him.
This is a pretty tough job, so I got a book from the library 1. If you need help, people will come and help you, if they
called “How to Watch Sheep.” It said: YOU MAY BE know you’re telling the truth.
SCARED
YOU MAY BE WORRIED 2. Never lie about something as important as needing
THAT YOU WON’T KNOW help.
JUST WHAT TO DO Dear kids, from this storywe can easily understand that
we should never try to fool anybody and we should always
IF SOMETHING BIG speak truth.
AND BAD AND FURRY
COMES TRYING TO STEAL
THOSE SHEEP FROM YOU!

JUST CRY “WOLF!”

I was practicing shouting “wolf!” and the villagers heard
me. They came running.
“Somebody cried ‘wolf!’ Where’s the wolf?”
“I heard you cry ‘wolf’? Are the sheep okay? What’s
happening?”

But there was no wolf, so I said, “False alarm! Sorry!”

I went back to my job, and the villagers went back to
the village. I was practicing shouting “wolf!” and the
villagers heard me. They came running.
“Somebody cried ‘wolf!’ Where’s the wolf?”
“I heard you cry ‘wolf’? Are the sheep okay? What’s
happening?”

But there was no wolf, so I said, “False alarm ! Sorry!”

I went back to my job, and the villagers went back to
the village. This was fun! It’s not often a whole village
will listen to a kid like me. After a while, I decided to

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When the earth is digged you get the water. God gives even petrol-but many men, ‘they not even light a candle to God’. Is it the gratitude also, to be digged. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

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 BEWARE
OF SEX
P
resent way of life and the circumstances prevail the
chastity and the modesty are less considered by several
and they are constrained to loose the peacefulness first
and the good family life next.
The planetary positions are also differ to those people who fell a
pray for this topic. The main planets Lord venus and Lord Mars
are the reasons for such awkward status.
A-part from accuracy to the Lagna of chart of a person (Jataka)
the common adverse are notable by a mere sight on the chart.
If the Lord venus and Lord Mars exchange each other sign it is
occurring. For exact answer if the Lord Venus in the house of
Lord Mars. (i.e. Mesha and Virchigam Aries Scorpio) and at the
same time Lord Mars either in Rishaba or Tulam (Taurus/Libra)
– the subject which is discussed here will have its ruling. This
will result in manner of yielding the heart to other person. Still
a serious type is the occupation of Lord Moon with Lords Mars
and Venus that too specifically in the house to Lagna or Rasi.
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Why this happens? Even in matching the Horoscope of a
Bride and Bride-groom the present world is very keen to
check the effliction of Lord Mars in both the Horoscopes.
Above all the blood tests and permitting the physchiatric to
meditate the marriage matters. The food life, is very, very,
are rarely get settled.
The fastest world and they don’t have time to be pure. Certain
cases it is said “nothing wrong” “take it easy” – to such an
extent the norms are getting spoiled. If such permission is
engaged the hospitalization for severe cases of ‘AIDS’ will be
increased.
Of course, the sex is an essential one but with good justice
and principle. Several Horoscopes are affected much by this
affliction of Lord Mars. The Angharaha Dosha (Sevvai Dosham)
if found in any horoscope (Birth chart with planetary positions)
they have to take measure by themselves. They should get the
strong will to be honest, sincere, and faithful to their spouses.
The impossibilities will lead only for divorce to continue for a
chain of matter, one after another, through out the life which
will result only with worries and sadness. The consultation for
this specific subject “The Hindu Temple of Georgia” will be
rendering the possible remedies.
NANDANI’S NEWS
Exclusive Interview

Hh
ari
aran

Interaction
with stars on earth

H
ariharan is one of the greatest pioneers of Indian fusion
music. Born in Kerela India and growing up in Mumbai
he has a bachelor’s degree in science and law. He
mastered Carnatic music at a young age and he attributes that
this music was in his blood and bones. He is a renowned and
a versatile Indian playback and ghazal singer in Hindi, Tamil,
Malayalam, and Telugu movies. Hariharan began his career
with numerous TV appearances. One of his first ghazal albums
was “Abshaar-e-Ghazal” with Asha Bhosle which went gold
in sales. Hariharan first broke into the world of Tamil films in
1992 with music director AR Rahamn with the patriotic song
“Thamizha Thamizha” in Maniratnam’s film Roja. Hariharan
has won numerous awards like MTV’s Indian Viewer’s Choice
award and best playback singer by the state of Tamil Nadu for
his song “Uyire Uyire” also known as “Tu Hi re”. More of his
internationally loved songs are from the movies “Border” and
“Bombay”.
In 2004 he was awarded the Padma Shri and Yesudas award for
his superb and outstanding performance in music. On June 17th,
2007 HariHaran ji blessed the stage in Washington DC. Here
he joyfully enthralled 8,000 attendees inspiring them to cheer
and sing with him. This concert’s promoter was Vijay Taneja of
Financial Mortgage Inc. and Re/Max Summit. His sensational
performance and genuinely motivation voice surpassed all
language and musical barriers. I, Mandira Nandani Mehra, sat
down with the stardom of Carnatic/Hindi music and had the Mandira Nandani
following interview.
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 If courtesy and generousity are your principles then your offspring and generation will be with prosperity.- Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
MN - I am Mandira Nandani from Chitrmala. Hariharan ji,
welcome to our show and to Washington DC. You are no stranger
to Chitrmala or our city. Welcome once again and how was the
response to your concert in New York City last night?
HH - Thank you Mandira. It was absolutely fabulous we had
12,000 people and it was full of energy.
MN - You are a very educated person, you hold a degree in law.
How did you get diverted into the world of music?
HH - I have been singing since the age of 8 and my first
performance in Carnatic music was at the age of 9. I am lucky
enough to have had a musical childhood, I come from a family
of musicians. Then I became Ghulam Mustafa Khan Sahib’s
shagird where I learned north Indian music.
MN - Your father was a Carnatik music expert, how did that
influence you as your first love for music?
HH - Its in my subconscious in my blood basically. And my
music has a fusion of north Indian and south Indian. You can see
that in ghazals in my films songs and in Colonial cousins. This
fusion is me.
MN - Correct me if I’m wrong, but my understanding is that at
one point you dedicated 9 hours a day to singing.
HH - We have to do that! (He laughs reminiscently) 9 to 10
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hours, those are the years for training your voice. A lot of classical
singers in India have done this. It has to be a subconscious act,
and you can only do so much of it by doing riaz.
MN - So my guru ji may get mad if I say this- but we all
have busy schedules, you especially with touring, recordings,
performanced. However my guru ji says “Mandira- riyaaz
everyday, the practice is nessearry” How do you find time to do
riyaaz everyday? Or be honest, do you find time to practice and
do riyaaz everday? (smile inquinisitively)
HH - Yes and No. My riyaz is 2-3 hours. Now because of my
schedule I don’t have this time everyday. But 20 minutes a day
just pitching one note and holding it like “Sa”, “Sa bhanrna” as
they say, that I do. I have 20-30 minutes of tanpura in my ipod.
I just play that and tune yourself. Basically the body is like a
machine, and you have to tune yourself and basically tunning
is riyaaz.
MN - That’s a beautiful description, that a classical guru could
understand or a non musically oriented person can comprehend
as well….
HH - Haha, its like calibration, you know? When you go to
studio or laboratory all recordings are now digital, but even
when it was analog- everyday every morning, the recorder is
calibrated.
MN - That is a superb analogy! Like a thermometer or scale, one that moment that creative moment that energy that comes to
must set a zero point- or calibration as you are saying. You are you. I don’t know from where it comes.
a musical genius! (he laughed modestly) On occasion I’ve seen
you practicing, or performing, recording doing riyaaz - and you MN - Do you believe its god gifted?
close your eyes. What do you visualize when you close your HH - Yea, it comes from a higher plane, it has to. It just comes
eyes and you have this ultimate focus on your notes? to you. Certain things. Some songs, as if you’ve already written
HH - Actually when you sing you don’t think about anything it. You just start singing. How does it come? God assimilated it
else. There are instances when you are performing and you are in your subconscious. Your subconscious is much stronger then
not there. But very few times. Its an an experience. Out of world your conscience. And then it comes out and your subconscious
experience, like when you do yoga, your not there, you’re not a says ‘from where did it come?’ But that kind of surprise element
being, you feel so light, but you can’t really think about anything is still there…
when you’re singing you’re totally focused. MN - Very well said. Our time with you, as always, is too short.
MN - What do you prefer singing in front of a live audience or a Do you have any final messages to your fans here?
studio type of recording. HH - Hi everybody, I’m very thankful for all of my fans who
HH - It’s a different ballgame. In a studio type of setting your have supported me all of these years, given me the strength,
creating something new and its fun that’s where the adrenaline good vibes, and I’m coming out with two albums this year and I
is flowing and you’re being a perfectionist there and you want hope you will like them. We will have this bond forever.
to give the best. It’s going down in history, so that high is there. MN - Thank you, good luck and come back visit us soon.
When you sing in front of an audience its like you see the people
enjoying or whatever. HH -Thank you Mandira, and thank you for having me on your
show.
MN - So it’s like live feedback. Tell me, you’ve worked with
many artists more then I can name right now. You invented the - Mandira Nandani
term “Urdu Blues”. How did you think of this term?
HH - Well it happened, when I was doing “Kash”, we had some
good musicians, and we were in AR’s tour then traveling. We
had a lot of jazz musicians on that. We had 2 or 3 songs that
sounded very “Bluesy” what’s blues anyway? Singing your
heart out. And whats Urdu? Singing your heart out. So I found a
similarity somewhere.
MN - This is not your first tour with AR ji, but how does it feel
working side by side with AR ji?
HH - It’s nice, he is one of the most creative musicians and
composers I’ve seen. The way he does his orchestrations is
amazing. We have been working together for 15 years. But
that is what really surprises me, is that it’s very easy to become
stagnate, but he keeps moving. That’s impressive. I’ve been
working singing for 30 years. I’ve tried to do the same. You got
to move on. You can’t just be very happy with what you do and
sit back because then you become outdated.
MN -So part of the reason for your success is you’re constantly
reinventing fresh ideas. Tell us about your upcoming projects.
HH - There is a new project called “For You” It should be out at
the end of July. It has some flavors of the blues. It took me two
years to do the album. It is being marketed by Sony. Another
good news, in December me and Leslie will be coming out with
the new Colonial Cousins.
MN - On a different note, you inspire so many globally, where
do you find your inspiration? Is it people, nature…?
HH - I find inspiration in music itself and in humanity. When I
meet people their emotions and expressions register in my mind
and these things inspire me. I don’t have to be in the best of
nature to compose. I can be in a car or in a traffic jam, but it’s

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Abdundance
and
W
e all
know
t h a t
the universal source is
one of abundance ...the air
,the ocean, time, space, the
stars, planets,..this universe......
everything is abundant......there
is no end and beginning..there is
perhaps no wall and even there is one
...what is on the other side of the wall ??
Divinity or the source of all love and energy
does not know anything about creating
anything less..nothing is in short supply......the
source continues creating in abundance...what if
the universal source of creation says I have created
enough air and that is all I can create !!! or that I
have created enough water and that is it !!! and what
if the sun says...enough light and no more !!! ..there
is abundant supply and this is the nature of God. The
source is in a state of continious creation.....the day it
stops creating, this material world will collapse and life
will cease to exist....we can approach the ocean with a tear
drop, a bucket or a million gallon container...it will not make
any difference to the ocean.......everything in this universe
is in abundant supply...the question is whether we are able to
attract abundance in our lives or we chose to live in a state of
less energy and resources. The learned masters tell us that a
state of lack is a state of mind that is unreal and untrue.
We all know what it feels like to want something we don’t
have. It may be a pair of expensive designer clothes, a million
dollar home, a million dollar job, or tons of money; it may be a
certain attitude, a car, winning a lottery or anything material. In
most parts of our life, we experience a constant flow of money,
companions and experiences, in and out of our lives. But we fail
to appreciate the many blessings and many of us linger in a state
of wanting and not having , eventhough we have everything and
so much more than others. The more the less. We never seem
to appreciate what we have and sadly, we prefer to dwell on
what we do not have. we seem to live in a state of lack that
never seems to subside. We consistently perceive ourselves as
not having what we need or not having what we want. This is
an emotionally and spiritually draining state to be in. It is also
self-perpetuating and self defeating because how we feel about
ourselves determines what we are able to create for ourselves.
How we feel, profoundly influences how we perceive our
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Lack . . .
reality. When we feel we are lacking, we look around and see
what is not there. On the other hand, if we feel abundant, we can
look at the very same situation and see a completely different
picture, one full of blessings and advantages. The more we see
the blessings, the more abundant we feel, and the more blessings
we attract. Similarly, if we see lack, we tend to create and attract
that negative energy.
We often find ourself habitually residing in a feeling of lack,
which may be due to a core belief formed in our childhood or
even in a past life. It is mainly because our connection with the
source is corroded and rusted. In any case, our idea of lack is
a misperception that can be corrected with awareness, prayers,
effort , guidance and the help of a true master.
Everyday we need to meditate in silence and pece and imagine
ourself in a state of unlimited abundance, handling the many
material and spiritual demands in our life with total ease,
drawing from an endless supply of resources. Let us affirm
that it is our birthright to be fully supported in the fulfillment
of our needs and desires and to feel abundant in inner joy ,
spirit and resources and let us all pray that the omnipotent
and omnipresent source of all love and enegry bless us
and show us all the path towards him..
May the source bless us all, with a true Guru who is
selflessly
interested in our progress and welfare. To find a
true master is the most fortunate event in many
many lives that can ever happen to a soul in its
journey towards the source of all bliss, love,
knowledge, creation, energy and ultimate
perfection........our march towards
divinity.
Param Pujiya Dada Bhawan & His Holiness Sri Sri selvam Siddhar with Devottees
Pujya Dada Bhawan’s Visit To Carrollton Temple Land
Param pujya Dada Ji & Sri Sri Selvam ‘Siddhar’ Ji Blessing Navin Patel’s Doughter Wedding

Param Pujiya Dada Ji With Music Legend Parthasarathy Ji

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“ BALI CULTURAL ASSOCIATION FESTIVAL
CO SPONSORED BY HINDU TEMPLE OF
GEORGIA”

PRADOSAM
July 12 2007

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As an acting foreman anybody can do; but to be an active foreman it is difficult; because he has to satisfy every one under him. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

N
amology is a beautiful science of naming children using Astrology and
Numerology. The names are suggested by Astrology and checked for
Numerological compatibility. All the numbers are related to Astrology and
hence the planets. The lucky number is based on the date of birth. Where as, the date
of birth, month and year, summarized is called as Fadic number.

The nine numbers are related with nine planets. Namology can be applied only for the
names in English. Let us study this science with few examples.

Planets by Nature (Friendly, Neutral or Opposition)

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 THE CATEGORY AND PERFECT LINKS

The Birth could occur in the following Categories.

Sun

Example A:

If Birth Date is 1-10 -1988,

The Lucky Number is: 1
The Fadic Number is 1+1+0+1+9+8+8 = 28= 1
So, It is under Category 1&1

Example B:

If Birth Date is 1 - 11 - 1988,

The Lucky Number is: 1
The Fadic Number is 1+1+1+1+9+8+8 = 29= 2
So, It is under Category 1&2

Like wise there are 81 Categories as below

SUN MOON MARS MERCURY JUPITER VENUS SATURN RAGU KETHU

1&1 2&1 9&1 5&1 3&1 6&1 8&1 4&1 7&1

1&2 2&2 9&2 5&2 3&2 6&2 8&2 4&2 7&2
1&3 2&3 9&3 5&3 3&3 6&3 8&3 4&3 7&3
1&4 2&4 9&4 5&4 3&4 6&4 8&4 4&4 7&4
1&5 2&5 9&5 5&5 3&5 6&5 8&5 4&5 7&5
1&6 2&6 9&6 5&6 3&6 6&6 8&6 4&6 7&6
1&7 2&7 9&7 5&7 3&7 6&7 8&7 4&7 7&7
1&8 2&8 9&8 5&8 3&8 6&8 8&8 4&8 7&8
1&9 2&9 9&9 5&9 3&9 6&9 8&9 4&9 7&9

For example, if the date of birth is 22.10.2004,
The Lucky Number is 22 = 4
The Fadic Number is 22+10+2+0+0+4=38=11=2
Referencing the “Planets by Nature” chart, No.2 (Moon) is
enemy to No.4 (Raghu). So the Lucky and Fadic numbers are
not suggesting for a successful match. It is a match of challenges
and opposition. What we should do now. We have to find a
friendly neutral for both 2 and 4. As per the chart, Raghu is
neutral to Jupiter and Jupiter is Friendly to Moon. So, make
Jupiter as compromising Planet and put the name in Jupiter
Category which is 3. Like wise, the calculation will suggest to
find a good mediator. And we can put the name accordingly. In
this 81 group of Categories, some are friendly by exposing the
relation between birth date and the Fadic Number.
are belonging to neutral or Opposition group. The application
of numerology is used to acquire GEMS of recommended
supporting group.
Deep study of numerology is linked with genetic letters
A,E,I,O,U. That for keeping one’s name or name of a firm to
be formed.
Here are the suggestions given to get accompanied with the
basic norms of numerology. When the name of father is used
as initial, it is added along with name. Operating the office,
bank account, please follow Fadic number. It is advised for
prosperity and progress. Even for buying vehicles and home,
Fadic Number should be followed.

It is not necessary that every birth should be coming in the

friendly group. The expansion of friendly group is nothing but
the relation of Lucky and Fadic numbers. The other friendly

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 One should know the birth star as per the list furnished here.
Examples
1. ARIESTUS ASHWIN ASWINI RAM
2. ARIETISAMUS BHARANI BHARANI 2 1 4 = 7
3. TAURI ALOYONI KRITIKA KRITIKA It is under category 7.
4. TAURI ALDEBORAN ROHINI ROHINI But if we want it to be category 8 (If his
5. ORIONIS MRUGASHEERA MRUGASHEERA lucky No 8 to be fixed), then
6. BETELGEUSE ARUDRA TRIVADIRA
7. POLLUX PUNARVASU PUNARPOOSA R A A M
8. CASTOR PUSHYAMI POOSAM 2 1 1 4 = 8
9. HYDRAE ASLESHA AYILYAM One ‘A’ is added
10. REGULAS MAGHA MAGAM
11. ZOSMA POORVA PHALGUNI POORAM But no sound wave is changed when we
12. DENEBLA UTTARA PHALGUNI UTTIRAM pronounce it. By the same method, we
13. CORUAS HASTHA HASTHA can reduce the Numerical Value
14. SPICA CHITRA CHITTIRAI
15. ARCTURUS SWATI SWATI Example
16. ZUBEMUBI VAISHAKA VISHAKA L A T A
17. SCORPIUS ANURADHA ANUSHA 3 1 4 4 = 9
18. ANTARES JYESHTHA KETTAI
19. SHAULA MOOLA MOOLA L A T H A
20. KAUS AUST POORVA SHADHA POORADA 3 1 4 5 1 = 5
21. NUNKI UTTARA SHADHA UTTARADA
22. ALTAIR SHRAVANA TRUVONA M O H A N
23. DELPHINUS DHANISTA AVITTA 4 7 5 1 5 = 4
24. AQUARI SHATABISHA SADAYA
25. PEGASUS POORVA BHADRA POORATTATHI M O G A N
26. PEGAS UTTARA BHADRA UTTRATTATHI 4 7 3 1 5 = 20 = 2
27. PISCIUM REWATI REWATHI
There are several ways to modify the
name as per Lucky or Fadic number.
Present generation show much interest to know their Star’s name in Greek, so the
above details are given.
The magic of the number 9 is that if it’s
multiplied by 9, it is 81. If we add 8+1 it
Numerical value for Letters is 9 only. So if it is multiplied again by
any number of times the total will be 9
only. Example 9X9X9 =243= 2+4+3 =
A I Y Q J = 1 denotes SUN 9. This is the equilant quality of water
B K R = 2 denotes MOON which will make the other substance to
C G L S = 3 denotes JUPITER ( GURU) unite and it will pass away. A pot maker
D M T = 4 denotes RAGU ( NODE) will make pot in wet soil and keep its
H E N X = 5 denotes MERCURY (BUDHA) shape in heating furnace. Due to heat,
U V W = 6 denotes VENUS ( SUKRA) complete water goes away as vapor and
O Z = 7 denotes KEDU (NODE) a sound pot comes away. Such as the
P F = 8 denotes SATURN number 9 will make the other substance
- - - ( No Letters) = 9 denotes MARS to unite and water will go away. So the
value for MARS is 9.

While modifying the name to suit the numerology, the aim will be to suit the lucky or
Fadic numbers that should match the name in order to access the luck and good future
according to numerology.

To make change in name so as to accommodate as per Lucky or Fadic Number of a

person you can use the following technique.

How to modify the name?

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Every body’s forehead is also called Temple. The grace and the knowledge both are divine qualities exist of the temple. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
Dear Swamiji Dr Commander Selvam(Siddhar
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“ Q“
MOST NOTABLE
OF GEORGE ELIOT
G
eorge Eliot was an English novelist. She was one of the
leading writers of the Victorian era. Her novels, largely
set in provincial England, are well known for their
realism and psychological perspicacity.
ABOUT LIFE
l Be courteous, be obliging, but don’t give yourself over to be
melted down for the benefit of the tallow trade.
l Blessed is the influence of one true, loving human soul on
other living beings.
l Blessed is the man who, having nothing to say, abstains from
giving wordy evidence of the fact.
l If one could have plenty of music, need no other mortal
wants. Music infuses strength into one’s limbs and ideas into
brain. Life seems to go on without effort when one is filled with
music.
l Be a proof against the word failure. The only failure a man
ought to fear is failure of cleaving to the purpose he sees to be
best.
l One must be poor to know the luxury of giving.
l The golden moments in the stream of life rush past us and we
see nothing but sand; the angels come to visit us, and we only
know them when they are gone.
ABOUT SOCIETY
l The important work of moving the world forward does not
wait to be done by perfect men.
ABOUT DUTY
l The reward of one duty is the power to fulfill another.
ABOUT AMBITION
l The strongest principle of growth lies
in human choice.
ABOUT DECISION
l We are all apt to believe what the
world believes about us.
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UOTATIONS
l What greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel
that they are joined for life to strengthen each other…to be one
with each other in silent and unspeakable memories.
ABOUT CHARACTER
l Miss Brooke had that kind of beauty which seems to be
thrown into relief by poor dress.
ABOUT UNIVERSAL NATURE
l Animals are such agreeable friends they ask no questions,
they pass no criticisms.
ABOUT SOCIAL LIFE
l Some people did what their neighbors did so that if any
lunatics were at large, one might know and avoid them.
ABOUT MIND
l What we call as despair is often only the painful eagerness
of unfed hope.
ABOUT WORK
l Our deeds are like children that are born to us, they live and
act a part from own will. Children may be strangled, but deeds
never; they have an indestructible life both in and out of our
consciousness.
ABOUT THE NATURE OF HUMAN LOVE
l Every man who is not a monster, mathematician or a mad
philosopher is the slave of some woman or other.
A PHILOSOPHY ABOUT MIRROR
l Nothing is so good as it seems before hand.
A PHILOSOPHY ABOUT MUSIC
l There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief that
does not find relief in music.
Feeding the poor the “Biksha” is marked for a relief, you could observe in a later stage. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

I
am sure you enjoyed reading the information about 27 stars make a RESEMBLANCE like Horse head. This is the first star
in the zodiac which was referred in the last month article. group of the sign ’ARIES’.
The mentioning of star gives the full explanation that the
family of sun in the space has to find the location in the space Ashwin in Aries occupy 13.33°. Like wise, all the 27 stars are
of galaxy. To specify the existing spot in the space while the being sub divided to each house to have the accommodations
earth is on travel around the sun, the identifying boundaries are in the 12 Signs. The calculations show one sign to be shared by
needed. So there exists a star group several million miles away. two and a quarter star-area in a House. Like wise, 2¼x12=27.
These star groups are 360° around the earth. With the locations The stars are named as below:
of the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn,
one can find as a snap shot in connection to the birth time of a
child or to a specific time. So, in the circle of 360°, the identifying
places are fixed with zodiac signs of 12 houses which are
starting from Aries(Mesha), Taurus(Rishba), Gemini(Miduna),
Cancer(Kadaga), Leo(Simam), Virgo(Kanya), Libra(Tulam),
Scorpio(Virchiga), Saggitarius(Dhanur), Capricorn(Magara),
Aqua(Kumba), Pisces(Meena).

For a view of resemblance, each sign is pictured like Goat, Bull

etc. For these 12 signs, 27 stars are notified as identification to
the houses. Each star is scanned to four parts as 1, 2, 3 and 4
parts for accuracy of area.

For example Sign, Aries (Mesha), there are 2 full stars

(Ashwin & Bharani) and one ¼ star (Maga).

1: Ashwin (Full Star)

2: Bharani (Full Star),
and one forth of Krithika belonged to Mesha.
The 27 stars are divided to get accommodation in to 12 houses.
So every house can be split up to allot two and a quarter of a star
in one house, i.e. sign.
The exact meaning to the star, here meant is a street of 13.33°
(degree) in a circle, which will be having a group of stars to
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These 27 stars are of 9 groups. The 1st group ASHWIN-MAGA-
MOOLA belonged to KEDU; 2nd group for VENUS, 3rd group
for SUN, 4th group for MOON, 5th group for MARS, 6th group
for RAGU, 7th group for JUPITER, 8th group for SATURN
and 9th group for MERCURY.
SUN, MOON, MARS, MERCURY, JUPITER, VENUS and
SATURN are known to every body. What about RAGU and
KEDU? This is to be known clearly. Earth has got the Moon
which circles around the earth. The orbital route and the
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 When the stability of human mind and circumstances are discouraging, the only assured place with good
vibrations is Temple, where one can receive guidance and comfort. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

inclination of Moon with its axis rotate to the occurrences birth or proposed program. In the eastern horizon the signs will
of Eclipses. These elliptical occurrences are connecting to be ascending and that particular sign is called is be Ascendant/
the world and on such day of Eclipse, the appearance of Sun Lagna. By this time sun could have passed the either ¼ day or
or Moon disappears to certain hours that are also merited in ½ or 3/4 days counting from sun rise.
Astrology to predict the events in one’s life.
OCCUPATION IN PARTICULAR STAR
The day of Eclipse proves that the shadow of earth on an exact
day falls on Moon and will mash rays of Sun. Alternatively, in SUN IN PUSHYA (POOSAM)
other day, the shadow of Moon falls on Earth. This is the status MOON IN SHATHAPISHA (SADAYA)
of the occurrence of eclipse. So Ragu and Kedu are the Nodes MARS IN KRITIKA
of Moon and create shadow. They are not planets but DEEMED MARS IN PUNARVASU
as shadow planets. JUP IN ANURADHA
VEN IN MAGA
Astrology is terming to give life of a person as 120 years. In SATURN IN MAGA
olden age they lived such life. Recent times, age is different. RAGU IN SHATHAPISHA (SADAYA)
Even at the age of 60, the man is considered very old. For all KEDU IN MAGA
the 9 planets i.e (7 from Sun to Saturn and 2 of Ragu and Kedu)
the time of their REGIME, in a man’s life is decided according
to the position and place in which the Moon was in TRANSIT.
That means the star in which transit occurred comes to an
account. This star will be certainly in one group. In the nine
groups, the specific group in which the birth took place is taken
for account as the first and the beginning period of the planet to
which the star is belonging.

For example say star ‘Kritika’, in the tabulation chart it is

annexed in Sun’s group, so, we call it as Sun’s Dasa, in which
the birth has taken place.

In the same order, as indicated above the other planets like

Moon, Mars etc will come in a cyclic order. The order is Kedu
Dasa will be in ruling for a 7 years; Venus for 20 years, Sun for
6 Years, Moon for 10 years, Mars for 7 years, Ragu for 18 years,
Jupiter for 16 years, Saturn for 19 years, Mercury(Buddha)
17 years and thus the total years of 120. When the age is
increasing the order of other ruling planets would come to act
after completion of one Dasa.

The escorting Dasa’s are always according to the birth time
and the occupation of Moon in that particular star. That can
be adapted in order as mentioned above. This fundamental
knowledge is essential to be known. Otherwise the prediction
as per birth chart of Astrology can not be understood.
BIRTH CHART
It is 12 Signs, and 27 Stars, and the ruling period of 9 planets
are being imprinted in the mind file now. Next thing, we have
to chart out the positions of planets and box it in 12 signs. The
books “panchanga” as per the Ephimeries, the government
observations are, sold in book shop. It is necessary one should
keep the book for one year. The books are released once in a
year. For the needy date, one can check up the planets and its
position and box it as below. Now the Lagna (Ascendant) is also
to be known. On a particular day, the sun rise time of that place
and the sign in which the sun is visible to be noted. Actual time
of sun rise, the day starts and links to the particular time of
Like wise, the chart is prepared. From the position of Moon, the
MOON SIGN is derived. In Indian Astrology the preference is
given to Moon Sign. In news paper, the predictions or signs to
be followed are by the Lunar-basic. In Europe, particularly in
London, they prefer sun sign. According to them, it is “Cancer”
on 1.8.2007. The Sun will be there for one full month. There will
be only one sign for whole one month, which is Cancer. But the
Moon will move for other sign with in 2¼ days as it circles the
earth and make one full round with in 28 days. Indian astrology
prefers only Moon’s position. The habit of people who live closer
from equator will like the coolness more, where as the people
who dwell far away to equator prefer only warmness. That is
why it’s said “warm welcome”. Warm relates to heat. Likewise,
the necessity permitted the usage of LUNAR accommodation
to be good for hot country like India, Africa. We will continue
further in the next issue.
- Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

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“W
hen I had an ego, guru was not there. I attached
a guru, ego vanished. The path of love is
narrow. It can not attach both ego and God in
one place!” This is the gospel of Kabir.
Kabir can be compared to a flower of a tree. The tree bends
in summer and shivers in winter. It is in the receiving end. It
absorbs nutrients from land, life from water and pranic energy
from sun-rays. On the other hand the flower that is born to such
a tree is soft and delicate. Its message is vast. It’s a feast to the
eyes it spreads a fragrance around. Though the flower’s life is
short, it lives for the sake of others. It gives its sweet nectar to
butterflies and finds happiness in other’s happiness. The same
way the hard hearted selfish around rise saints like Kabir. They
spread universal love. They lead an ideal life (solititude).
A muslim weaver called ‘Neeru’ came across a baby floating on
the leaf of a lotus. He took the baby into his loving hands named
him Kabir and brought him up. Kabir means good of human
souls or Mahatma. Little did he know, when he named him that,
he would really become a Mahatma.
Love to the almighty was in born quality of Kabir. That is why
he had been a sincere devotee to the God from the childhood.
His affection and love was blended with a quest for knowledge.
He asked such probing questions that his teachers were unable
to answer. The teachers sent back Kabir to his house. Though
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Kabir possessed huge knowledge he could not be able to acquire
the name of a scholar or degree holder in modern education
terms. He turned out to be poet, singer and a
composer. Whatever field he touched
they were in devotional
path.
To attain
knowledge of self,
one requires pure wisdom with
severe penance. Pure wisdom teaches
dualism that is the true nature of universe and
twin nature of illusion. The penance detaches him from the
external world. When Kabir learned this basic principle of life,
his affection of love to God grew up. He also learned lessons
of mortality from nature around. Kabir’s search for knowledge
was so much that he did not leave any religion untouched. He
learned and listened to Hindu Sastras, Muslim Koran, Sufi
masters lectures etc.
Kabir’s father forced him to take up his weaver’s job. The
affection of love in him dominated over the craftsmanship.
At times because of the noises of human being Kabir entered
into deep silence of godliness. Once as he was walking across
a house, he saw a woman grinding the jowar seeds in a manual
processing machine. He wept for that. A sadhu or saint who
happened to pass that way asked him the reason for his weeping.
Kabir explained his feelings and asked whether there was no
escape from death.
The saint being touched by his renunciation explained
philosophy of life, from that very example “Look my son, the
grinding machine crushes all the jawar seeds. But look carefully
a few seeds that are struck to the core-rod are intact they can not
be crushed. The same way that ever is struck to the core-rod of
godliness, though being grinded in the worldly affairs, will not
be affected by death.
Kabir was very much impressed by his teaching and devoted
his time totally to God. Some months after Kabir’s father
passed away and the burden of running family fell on Kabir’s
shoulders. He was forced to take up the weaving task, but half
the time he was engrossed in the love of godliness. God came
to his rescue then and finished his task. Ultimately, they were
wonderfully woven. He took those clothes to the exhibition to
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 O nce upon a time, there was an island where all the feelings lived: Happiness,
Sadness, and all the others including Love. One day it was announced to the

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feelings that the island would sink, so all repaired their boats and left. Love was the
only one who stayed. Love wanted to persevere until the last possible moment.
When the island was almost sinking, Love decided to ask for help. Richness was
passing by Love in a grand boat. Love said, “Richness, can you take me with you?”
Richness answered, “No, I can’t. There is a lot of gold and sliver in my boat. There
is no place for you here.”
Love decided to ask Vanity who was also passing by in a beautiful vessel, “Vanity,

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please help me!”. “I can’t help you Love. You are all wet and might damage my
boat,” Vanity answered.
Sadness was close by so Love asked for help, “Sadness let me go with you.” “Oh......
Love, I am so sad that I need to be by myself!” answered Sadness.
Happiness passed by Love too, but she was so happy that she did not even hear
when Love called her!
Suddenly, there was a voice, “Come Love, I will take you.” It was an elder. Love

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felt so blessed and overjoyed that he forgot to ask the elder her name. When they
arrived on dry land, the elder went her own way. Love, realizing how much he
owned the elder, asked Knowledge, another elder.
Love: “Who helped me?”
Knowledge: “It was Time”
Love: “Time? But why did Time help me?”

Knowledge smiled with deep wisdom and answered, “Because only Time is

E capable of understanding how great Love is”.

O
ne day, the father of a very wealthy We have imported lanterns in our garden
family took his son on a trip to the and they have the stars at night.
country with the express purpose Our patio reaches to the front yard and

Rich
of showing him how poor people live.
They spent couple of days and night on the
farm of what would be considered a poor
family.
they have the whole horizon.
We have a small piece of land to live on
and they have fields that go beyond.
We have servants who serve us. But, they
serve others.

or
On their return from their trip, the father
asked his son, “How was the trip?”. Son
replied, “It was great Dad”. “Did you see
how poor people live?”, the father asked.
We buy our food, but they grow theirs.
We have walls around our property to pro-
tect us; they have friends to protect them.”
The boy’s father was speechless. Then his

Poor
“Oh yeah!”, said the son. “So tell me, what
you learned from the trip?”, asked the fa-
ther.
The son answered:-
“I saw that we have one dog and they had
four.
We have a pool that reaches to the middle
of our garden and they have a creek that
has no end…
son added, “Thanks Dad for showing me
how poor we are.”
Isn’t perspective a wonderful thing?
Makes you wonder what would happen if
we all give thanks for everything we have,
instead of worrying about what we don’t
have. Appreciate every single thing you
have!!!

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 Not all hopes develop into success. But, those with divinely foundation will sure.- Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
PL . Subbiah
T
he freedom fighter in Southern India called
V.O.Chidambaram, had stated in his writings during
the improvement period as “No life exists without
tears”.
Related to the same, Lord Buddha’s theory explains as “Desire
is the reason for all the sufferings”. He found the answer
through Meditation. Through meditation, a person can realize
the ‘self’. The ‘self’ gives the meaning, diverting the mind
towards inner and finding the good nature of the human soul.
The wizards in meditation are too many. Some notable persons
are Saint Pathanjali and Saints ‘ATHISA’ and ‘THILOPPA’
who are from a state called Tibet in China.
The benefit of meditation is wisdom. Wisdom gives a person
the true pleasure. “Wisdom and Truth” are some; but as two
different words. Another benefit of meditation is making a
person’s habitually a matured person. Maturity gives happiness.
Happiness is not coming from the external world but within
one person’s own mind and self.
When a person achieves wisdom and happiness his life
becomes enlightened. Money, authority and influence of
famous big people have the nature of destruction. Mind does
give the knowledge to understand the world but meditation
gives the consciousness and concentration power.
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One who knows the thesis of causation, realizes everything in
the world have changeable nature. By knowing the causation a
person obtains realization. It is a courageous deed. Meditation
by simple words is diverting physical energy and thought
power into the centre of the mind.
By folding legs in sitting posture one should start meditation.
Controlling all the five senses, may not be possible to all kind
of people. So choose a silent and clean place and meditate upon
a personal god or goddess. This practice is called Niyaman.
One should bring it into practice early in the morning and
before the sun-set.
The society has its own time table and its own superiority
consciousness. A person may suffer because of his over
dominating wife and another person may suffer because of his
workmanship, thru shed by the boss or owner. Some may suffer
because of bad kind of parentage. Through meditation a person
gets relief for some hours. That relief can give that person a
good health.
Meditation’s miracle achievement is liberation. By liberation,
a person can grow to the stage of Lord Mahavir. Another
important thing is that liberation is not sold in any fancy shop.
It is within one’s own-self.
Mind can be compared to a monkey as it would wander like
Having Gems, Stones and extra costumes are not the solution for difficulties. But, pure devotion with God and the self confidence are the best solution.. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
anything. Some great people have said live like a snake either when
it’s alive or dead. Living like a cat, the cat has no confidence in the
external world so it always closes its eyes. Living like an Ant, the
ant does the work collecting the food-grains and has the nature
of regularity. In Chandogya Upanishad it is stated;

“When a person understands the mind he speaks the truth.

No one speaks the truth without understanding, the truth.
Understand the understandable!

“Though a person is not able to understand, yet by getting

maturity that person slowly begins to understand. The result
of meditation is the “self” is not other than the object.

Awareness is an important thing; good intuition has the same

power as that of bad intuition. While meditating, a person
is grasped by good intuition that good intuition purifies the
mind. Clearness is essential to choose which is good and
which is not good.
One need not run away from family and family life. A small
corner in a person’s room can become a holy place like
Rishikesh.

Awareness also indicates avoiding too much of sleep. It

may look like a mad person’s deed but while growing in
meditation a person can perform miracles.

Meditation is the key to a person whose wandering mind

becomes calm and quiet and a person wants gets changed into
another form. So the master-key meditation makes a person
detached from the demon called desire.

When one sees another person he compares his status with his
own status; that may bring unhappiness or happiness. One should
understand appointment is closely related with disappointment. One
should stop comparing one-self with another person. Instead of
that-one should know his own-self. In the mirror, one’s reflection
is visible. Like that when a person sees himself or herself through
meditation that person gets clearness and detachment, which is very
helpful to get-rid of the monster called over-ambition.

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oncentrating, Silence, Search, Everlasting thirst
to find the supreme and meditating only with soul
forgoing the status of body, all are concerned
with penance which is the hardest of all the acts.
In several circumstances the death too occurs,
but one who is very sure and rigid of destination achieves
with all his purity and devotion to the supreme. Rishis, Maha
Rishis, Brahma Rishis and Raja Rishis were the high position
in renunciation.
Maha Rishi ‘Viswamithra’ a born (kshatria) his great
achievements and the heroic deeds in penance gave him the
prestigious rank of Raja Rishi. Even in the lives of Rishis, there
were drawbacks and failures.
Maha Rishi “Vasista” from his child hood, and the days of
learning in Ashrams, gained his knowledge and fame for a
remarkable status of Brahma Rishi. Maha Rishi Viswamithra
through his enormous power of meditation created even
a heaven. The king Tri Sangu with very big boundaries and
regiments desired to leave the human life and wanted to dwell
in heaven. His intention was to go to heaven with his physique of
human body. The divine land and the heaven are not the places
to reach so easily as a common man with the soul. He tried
every where with all the prominent
Gurus and Rishis. He could
not get the proper way.
Finally he surrendered
before Maha Rishi
Viswamithra who
gave asylum
to the king
Trisangu.
T h e eyes to select the suitable dancer, and decided to send Menaka
meditational
a n d doing the great penance. All his aims circled with only point to
penancial
power of
Maha Rishi
provided
the King
to climb up
the route for
heaven. He
was reaching
fast with sky
way to enter
the heaven. But
he was stopped
and sent back.
Dev Indra, the prominent
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superior of the divine land prevented the king and sent him back.
Maha Rishi, Viswamithra, knowing the return of king ‘Sangu’
he created a “heaven” itself in the midway and permitted the
king Tri Sangu to stay there. Dev Indra was not a foe to Rishi
Viswamithra but he had inconvincible anger towards Dev Indra.
The Epics further explain that the Maha Rishi used to be always
with great anger and he could never be consoled even if the
‘Almighty’ takes the responsibility. Such a famous Maha Rishi
in his life failed once.
Event of the past
It was near by a mountainside, green trees, bushes and plants
were in fertile growth; a lonely atmosphere with the echoing
sound of “Om… Om… Om…” an act of deep meditation, a
Rishi was continuing his penance, the posture and the nature
if described, it was not accountable to know the years and time
that was being continued.
In Indra loka, Dev Indra was in the court hall. There spelt a
gloomy atmosphere with suspicion. The penance was growing
stronger and stronger by the Rishi at the mountainside. That
was the topic, which gave a sense of fear to Dev Indra, the
prominent superior of Devaloka. The Rishi who was indulged
in the spiritually engaged meditation with Almighty was no
other than Rishi Viswamithra. The ability and confidence of
the Rishi were well known, that he would never leave it without
success. The fear for Dev Indra was about his position; in
case Rishi claims the power of ruling Indra Loka, what would
become of him? Anything could happen.
He planned for himself and sent words to Urvasi, Thilothama,
Menaka and Ramba. They were the dancers with great beauty
of his esteemed court. They assembled and paid the honor to
their divinely leader Dev Indra, who was with his enquiring
to Booloka which was the place where Rishi Viswamithra was
make “Spoil” of the sacred penance of Rishi Viswamithra. He
ordered Menaka to reach the mountain side and to be in front of
meditating Rishi Viswamithra. The tactful task of converting
the mind of the Rishi, she had the conclusions to dance before
him and invite him to the earthly pleasure. Her dance was in an
attractive way with gravitation. Her beauty added to increase
the mood of intoxication any one that looks. The continuing of
the dances with her all skills, she felt something an achievement
of her hopes. The Rishi opened the eyes and looked at her. The
passion and grasping tendencies were flourishing with the
moments of Menaka.
Rishi Viswamithra was well enough to access the circumstances;
his power indicated him about the events. Even then the fate did
not permit him to go away from the clutches of Menaka who
was waiting for his yielding.
 Vedic rituals are proper and best methods which will give power and resist the hurdles. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
Astonishing matters were overflowing during the renunciation
and irresistible attention towards the welcoming of Almighty
became a question to the Rishi. A strong minded as well as
a Rishi with abnormal anger; no one could dare to be as an
nuisance before him; such splendid philosophic personality
happened to see a dancer in her movements with the kamarasa
(Passion inducing sex).
Rishi from the level of child boy, youth and as a purified saint,
threw away all the attachments appreciations and affections
on earthly livings. During the renunciation and meditation,
months and years would be passing on. The power, will with
concentrations and the journey with episode of godliness, were
all the assets the Rishi. Would it become something lesser when
a female appeared before him? Almighty is the master, He plays
with men and if His desire is that, who could relieve from such
clutch? Even to the most powerful nuns who were doubtlessly
rigid and firm are their renunciation were also happened to meet
with tests and scrutiny of the Almighty. The birth upon earth
and the nature of earth would positively lead for a sense of faults,
but the self protection and voluntary enforcement of confidence
should never be jolted. This law was scattered into pieces before
the beauty of Menaka who was considered the beauties of all
the beauties in the Divine land. Rishi Viswamithra on his way
to Brahma Rishi and Raja Rishi, slipped down and wished to
enjoy all the earthly pleasure with Menaka who came to earth
on the orders of Dev Indra.
It was immaterial to consider as loss to loose a divine dancer
at the court of Indra who was the main cause to demote Rishi
Viswamithra from his positive process of renunciation. Victory
of Indra resulted to the failure for Rishi Viswamithra, who lost
his gained powers and began to love Menaka.
A parnakashala (Hut) near a cascading waters of stream, and
the breezy evening, enhanced a pleasant mood of Menaka and
she spoke to the Rishi, “I thought that something detachable
and felt I could go away from you” Rishi said “Those who are
well trained to be detached in every thing feel the loneliness;
‘Perhaps’ they could even dislike a life with woman; but when
circumstances annex they too fall as the victims. My experience!
It is altogether an unexpected turn”.
Menaka added, “Your nobility and the great aims I do not know.
But it could have been for a notable achievement of my position!
It is to be bound by the orders of Dev Indra- I did it.”
Rishi continued, “It is not your own-you are just an arrow-but
the bow and the hunter I consider that’s Indra. It is never been
the plan of your own”
Menaka open heartedly spoke as “The life with Rishi, that too,
just for a stay of few days-your benevolence, your greatness,
your periods of youth-above all the true and soft love; I hope I
am indebted to the grace of Almighty- I feel I could never spare
from you”.
Rishi with great affection spoke, “My nature, my anger, my
command, all I consider have gone now, Of course I was a
talented-student, I was taught with all the Vedic principle which
raised me the with regards of status to be so high; now I come to
know something ever known subject of love”
They continued the life of Rishi and Rishi Pathni. (Husband
and Wife).
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n the heart of every friends and companions. While all these desires are agreeable and
one, among the list lawful in nature, there is also sections of society with diverted
of wants and wishes, nature fall as victims, lose money in bad habits and spend the times
there are only one or only in intoxicating activities.
two dominating aims
or needs. These needs These are four stages of the students as well as every one to enjoy
may mainly focus on their lives
personal development
and ambition. The 1st stage: To acquire good education.
ambition is connected 2nd stage: To possess knowledge/wealth.
with desire. The desires 3rd stage: To have parental care/married life.
can be of different 4th stage: To live long with family and children.
nature, so called money
making, reading, All humans have commonsense. But, how is it applied to lead a
comfort, extending peaceful and happy life. Proper planning and awareness are the
supports to the fellow real necessities and foundation of a successful and meaningful life.
men, improving the Child hood, young age, middle age and old ages are the seasons
external of any human life. There are structures and norms for every stage.
- Ms Azahu Vairavan personality, First aim should be to get a good education with good health.
Director: Alagappa University and Group institutions, India
and engaging Second aim should be to accommodate with the norms and earn
Director: Hindu Temple of Georgia, USA always with wealth. Third aim should be to provide the care for parents and

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follow a married life. Fourth aim should be to get settled in a
peaceful life with children. Where as, the people of servicing
mentality and aiming for spiritual life with noble cause follow
their own views.
For those who practically engage themselves with honesty
and nobility should practice the self observation method of
meditation. Meditation purifies the thoughts and feelings. It’s
very likely that love, affection, anger, enmity, vengeance and
sorrow will rise from the mind. The filtration process by means
of meditation will guide every one to reach their goal of dignified
life. It is the strong faith of the philosophers and saints that even
the Almighty Lord Shiva does the meditation.
How do we do Meditation? The middle place in the fore-head,
just little above the two eyebrows lies the yard to store the
observed knowledge. This particular spot is “Gnana Peedam”,
which means the pedestal with knowledge. The knowledge is
unlimited and has no boundaries. Sitting on a ground and keeping
two hands on two thighs with eyes closed the meditation can be
started.
Each and every family upon this universe should do this practice
including children and adults. In the morning, soon after bathing,
dedicate just five minutes for this process and begin with the
sacred word “OM”. Nothing apart from this holy word “OM” is
essential. This will give the concentration, peace and happiness.
Adhi Buddha (founder of Buddhist religion) had followed the
same syllable of a-u-m being venerated by Lord Shiva.
One should be courageous; fear and braveness both are human
qualities. When fear is more, hesitation will grow more. Hence,
the confusion of knowing the right from the wrong. When the
braveness is more, the magnanimity will rule. Clear vision on
the object of the subject should be annexed with justful norms.
Naturally the circumstances will be fortified with godliness.
When you happen to throw a stone on water in a pool, the water
will sprinkle up and create a formation of wave which enlarges
and develops as circle after circle to reach the bank of the pool.
This formation of circle you deem it as ‘O’.
This ‘O’, let it be cyber according to mathematics. In ancient
‘Vedic findings’ it is ‘omkara swaruba’. Every thing inform of
‘O’. All the stars Sun, Moon, Earth, Planets all are in shape of
‘O’- let it be cyber shape.
In English, a,e,i,o,u are called vowels notified as genetic letters.
‘O’ generates every where. When a child is in mother’s womb,
the posture of folding the legs and hands occupy the place as
round shape like ‘O’. When a person gets to the old age, the
spinal cord will be in curved form and the head will be bending
towards floor in the shape of ‘O’. What about eggs? Are there
any eggs in square form? The nature and the Lord of creation,
God Brahma has given the self rotation system to all the planets
and each of the planets has their axis.
The languages name this ‘O’ formation or God as Omnipotent,
Omnipresent and Omniscient (Om Kara Swaruba). In those
days there were no telescopes and planetariums and computers
etc. The heavenly secrets and the cosmic theories were observed
by naked eyes with proper knowledge.
In Sanskrit words “LOKA VEERAM MAHA BOOJIAM
SARVA RAKTSHAKARAM VIBUM” were the chanting
words in prayer. The word “MAHA BOOJIAM” is giving the
meaning cyber, big, bigger or the biggest cyber? Cyber gets the
birth spot as dot and gets concluded, making full circle to reach
the beginning point.
Thus the “Maha Boojiam with Poornathwa”, the fullness
is blessed by God. This is certainly possible with the basic
discipline utilized with intellectualism.
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AR RAHMAN

AR Rahman’s career has flourished over the past twenty

years. He has sold over one hundred million records world-
wide and over two hundred million cassettes. His work
includes film scores, soundtracks, theatre, world music and
instrumentals. Along side film composing he made an album
“Vande Mataram” (1996) singing the title song on the album.
Rahman teamed up with Andrew Lloyd Webber to compose the
music for “Bombay Dreams” (2002). Some of his award winning
compositions include: “Lagaan”, “Kannathil Muthamittal”,
“Bombay”, “Dil Se” “Roja”, “Taal” and “Rang De Basanti” On June
17th, 2007 AR Rahman and his musicians gave a remarkable and an
outstanding live performance in Washington DC. Here he swept over
8,000 attendees off their feet. This concert’s promoter was Vijay Taneja
of Financial Mortgage Inc. and Re/Max Summit. He condluded the concert
with the audience’s standing ovation during his “Vande Mataram”. I,
Mandira Nandani Mehra, sat down with the extremely humble AR
Rahman Ji, and had the following interview.

• Mandira Nandani (MN) - AR Rahman ji congratulations

on a superb concert. I won’t praise you any further because anything
I say would cheapen the experience of your concert. What or who do
you owe your success to?
• AR Rahman (AR) - I owe my success to God, the love of
my family and my fans. Because without love you can’t do anything-
and that’s the motivation behind me.
• MN - You’re an icon and idol internationally. You inspire
millions globally. Who your inspiration?
• AR - All good people are inspiration to me, because you
need infinite things because you are living a mortal life and you need
Mandira Nandani good nature and art and stuff like that (he smiled).
• MN - I know this is an unfair question- you have 5 fingers
you can’t choose your favorite, similarly, you have many songs and
projects- do you have any favorities or specials that touch your
heart?
• AR - I have many, it depends. Last year it was “Luka
Chupi” with Tabu sang by Lata Mangeshwar ji, and this year it
was “Tere Bina” where all the songs are dedicated to Nusrat
Fateh Ali Khan.
• MN - One of your first gigs was a coffee jingle. From
coffee jingles to your success now, would you go back and
change any of your steps along the way?
• AR - I wouldn’t I think each step was difficult for me, but I try my best to
perfect it. Some of them are successful and some of them are not. It’s important
to have an intention behind your life and what you are. That comes from

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 N answer. For me the love for God comes first, he comes first,
MA
R
RAH
within,
if you have
A
that intention
you can go on with the
journey of your life.
• MN – Many artists I spoke
with today owe their success to you. You
have brought up many artists and contributed
to their success as well as the fact you have given
them their first break. They revere you- and listen to you
daily. Who do you or listen to on your cd player?
• AR - I’m surrounded by music, so I usually don’t want
to listen to music. But sometimes I want to listen to classical,
new people and folk music. You tube is now blessing us (he
laughs) and sometimes I listen “rad jams” there.
• MN – Speaking of modernizing and music- What is
your opinion on being able to download music on the internet?
• AR - The time has come that we can all judge how we
are and we should support each other. People are not going to
police you and what you are going to do on the net. We’re all
grown ups, we all have our own thoughts. What goes around,
comes around. What you give is what you get- You give love
then you get love. If you download someone’s hard earned stuff
then that should be denied.
• MN - The last concert was titled the “unity of light”.
Many of your songs deal with love: a romantic love, love for a
child, love gained, love lost and the sorrows and happiness that
comes with it. How do you, AR ji, define love?
• AR - It’s a very good and big question with a very big
he created all of us he created love and since I am of Sufi path
that is more important and of course because of that, he has
commended us to love each other then comes secondary love
and then your life is peaceful or you suffer from love too much
haha! (he smiles)
• MN - You’re an international success and an icon
figure- I can tell from your many concerts there is so much
happening here (pointing to mind) and here (pointing to heart).
You have amazing focus and have accomplished more then one
can comprehend. With so much success now what do you wish
to accomplish?
• AR - For me it’s not really about success or not success,
my life is taking its own path. I am surprised everyday. I am
surprised here today to see the crowd respond. So I take it (life)
that way like a child, not like a grown up with my thoughts
torturing me, I really want to maintain my naivety at least
intentionally. (he laughs innocently)
• MN - That’s a superb answer and an inspirational one
as well. Any last final messages to anyone in DC or anywhere
in the country?
• AR - I want to thank everyone for coming to the
concert and supporting all us musicians and singers and hope to
see you again next time possibly (he subtly smiles and gives a
goodbye handshake).
• MN - Thank you AR ji and we hope to see you soon.
- Mandira Nandani
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 SYNOPSIS OF
KENA UPANISHAD
T
he title of this Upanishad, kena (“by
whom”), is simply the first word of
the text. The Kena Upanishad is also
sometimes called the Talavakara Upanishad
because it forms the ninth chapter of the
Talavakara Brahmana of the Sama Veda.
This UPANISHAD is about knowing
Brahman. More exactly, it’s about the
paradoxical nature of that knowledge. It
stresses the idea that when we consider
ourselves to be performers of actions, we are
unable to recognize Brahman (God), because
Brahman is the real actor.
Among the Upanishads it is one of the most
analytical and metaphysical, its purpose being
to lead the mind from the gross to the subtle,
from effect to cause. By a series of profound
questions and answers, it seeks to locate the
source of man’s being; and to expand his self–
consciousness until it has become identical
with God–Consciousness.
The KENA UPANISHAD falls into two
halves. The first half, consisting of two
khandas or chapters, records a dialogue in
verse between a student and teacher.
The second half, in prose, tells a fable in
which the gods fail to recognize Brahman
because they imagine they are responsible for
a victory that was in fact won by him.
The Gods stand for the psychic forces
that control the sense-organs. Indra, or I-
consciousness, is their ruler. The demons
[who were overcome in battle by Brahman]
represent a man’s evil passions. Now and
then the senses are able to overcome a passion
and get a sudden glimpse of Atman. Then
they proudly feel that they can understand
Atman’s whole nature. The organ of speech
(Agni, or Fire) thinks it can know the whole
of Brahman. Prana, the vital force (Vayu, or
Wind), thinks it alone controls man’s activity.
They soon realize, however, the futility of
their power and beat a retreat. Then the ego,
or the individual soul (Indra), chastened
and humbled, steps forward, and the vision
of Atman vanish. There appears before him
Grace (Uma, the consort of the Lord), who
is the Power of Brahman (Sakti) and also the
Wisdom of the Vedas (Brahmavidya). She
destroys the wrong notion of the ego and
the senses and ultimately reveals the truth of
Brahman.
I) The Brahman once won a victory for the
Devas. Through that victory of the Brahman,
the Devas became elated. They thought, “This
victory is ours. This glory is ours.” Brahman
here does not mean a personal Deity. There
is a Brahma, the first person of the Hindu
Trinity; but Brahman is the Absolute, the
One without a second, and the essence of all.
There are different names and forms which
represent certain personal aspects of Divinity,
such as Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the
Preserver and Siva the Transformer; but no
one of these can fully represent the Whole.
Brahman is the vast ocean of being, on
which rise numberless ripples and waves of
manifestation. From the smallest atomic form
to a Deva or an angel, all spring from that
limitless ocean of Brahman, the inexhaustible
Source of life. No manifested form of life can
be independent of its source, just as no wave,
however mighty; can be independent of the
ocean. Nothing moves without that Power.
He is the only Doer. But the Devas thought:
“This victory is ours, this glory is ours.”
II) The Brahman perceived this and appeared
before them. They did not know what
mysterious form it was.
III) They said to Fire: “O Jataveda (All–
knowing)! Find out what mysterious spirit
this is.” He said: “Yes.”
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IV) He ran towards it and He (Brahman) said to him: “Who art
thou?” “I am Agni, I am Jataveda,” he (the Fire–god) replied.
V) Brahman asked: “What power resides in thee?” Agni replied:
“I can burn up all whatsoever exists on earth.”
VI) Brahman placed a straw before him and said: “Burn this.”
He (Agni) rushed towards it with all speed, but was not able to
burn it. So he returned from there and said (to the Devas): “I was
not able to find out what this great mystery is.”
VII) Then they said to Vayu (the Air–god): “Vayu! Find out
what this mystery is.” He said: “Yes.”
VIII) He ran towards it and He (Brahman) said to him: “Who
art thou?” “I am Vayu, I am Matarisva (traveller of Heaven),”
he (Vayu) said.
IX) Then the Brahman said: “What power is in thee?” Vayu
replied: “I can blow away all whatsoever exists on earth.”
X) Brahman placed a straw before him and said: “Blow this
away.” He (Vayu) rushed towards it with all speed, but was not
able to blow it away. So he returned from there and said (to the
Devas): “I was not able to find out what this great mystery is.”
XI) Then they said to Indra: “O Maghavan (Worshipful One)!
Find out what this mystery is.” He said: “Yes”; and ran towards
it, but it disappeared before him.
XII) Then he saw in that very space a woman beautifully adorned,
Uma of golden hue, daughter of Haimavat (Himalaya). He
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asked: “What is this great mystery?” Here we
see how the Absolute assumes concrete form
to give knowledge of Himself to the earnest
seeker. Brahman, the impenetrable mystery,
disappeared and in His place appeared a
personal form to represent Him. This is a
subtle way of showing the difference between
the Absolute and the personal aspects of Deity.
The Absolute is declared to be unknowable
and unthinkable, but He assumes deified
personal aspects to make Himself known
to His devotees. Thus Uma, daughter of the
Himalaya, represents that personal aspect as
the offspring of the Infinite Being; while the
Himalaya stands as the symbol of the Eternal,
Unchangeable One.
Thus the aspirant attains the supreme
knowledge. It should be noted that one cannot
even have a glimpse of the indwelling Atman
unless the evil passions are subdued.
“A person begins with dissatisfaction. Not
content with the world he seeks satisfaction
of desires by prayers to God; his mind is
purified; he longs to know God more than to
satisfy his carnal desires. Then God’s Grace
begins to manifest. God takes the form of a
Guru and appears to the devotee; teaches him
the Truth; purifies the mind by his teachings
and contact; the mind gains strength, is able
to turn inward; with meditation it is purified
yet further, and eventually remains still
without the least ripple.
That stillness is the Self. The Guru is both
exterior and interior. From the exterior he
gives a push to the mind to turn inward;
from the interior he pulls the mind towards
the Self and helps the mind to achieve
quietness. That is Grace.
Hence there is no difference between God,
Guru and Self.
- Ramana Maharshi

OM! EAM! KLAM! KLEEM!
HHROOM! HHRAAM! HHREEM
HHROOM SHAHA! VAHA
AABATHRANRAYA
AJARMALA BHAKTHAYA
LOKESHWARAYA
SWARNAKARSHNA
BAIRAVAYA MAHA DHATTHATHREYA
VIDHVESHANAYA OM SREE
MAHA BAIRAVAYA NAMAHA
NARDANA RUDHRA
Lord Shiva is a great God. For
the sake of all lives inclusive of
human, He engaged Himself to
destroy the evils. The atmosphere
of war with anger, several times
resulting with abnormal heat on
earth, which was, actually intol-
erable by mankind. In such oc-
casions Lord Vishnu and Lord
Brahma used to bring Lord Shiva
for normalcy by music.
Dance was the best art for the
Lord, who after hearing the mu-
sic started dancing. The garland
that He was wearing was with the
chain of skulls. Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma brought Him to
normality for the human beings to live happily.
In this facet, God Shiva is seen with Lord Vishnu and Lord
Brahma. The devotees, many times in their lives have to cross
the situations in great tension and restlessness. For all such cru-
cially engaged people, the idol “Nardana Rudhrar” with Lords
Vishnu and Brahma will give an amicable way of getting suc-
cess with peace. High officials with busy jobs will be rendered
with successful solutions in their critical activities.
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SWARNA AKARSHANA BAIRAVA
Most glorious scene that one can wit-
ness is the image of Swarna Akarshana
Moorthy, with the crescent moon on
head and His wife goddess Uma Devi
on the thigh. A pot full of gold is also
seen in the image. The divine Kubera
is the richest in the divine land. The
pot of gold in the image means that
Lord Shiva gets the gold from Kubera
and gives the same to His devotees.
We have one story for reference. Once
“Saint Adhi Sankara” went to a house
of a poor family and the lady of the
house was not able to offer any thing to Saint Sankara. Know-
ing the situation of poverty, Saint Sankara, composed a hymn
upon Lord Shiva. That is the “Kanaga Thara” stothram, a power-
ful poem to create wealth. Soon after the ending of poem, Saint
Shankara had the powers to bless that poor family with lot of
gold.
Lord Shiva is having his blessing hand in the right side and the
pot of gold is also in the same side but in the second hand. The
devotees with sincere devotion and prayer can have all comforts
and become rich. The word “Swarna Akarshana” relates to gold
only. Mainly the ladies in the family, who need wealth, should
worship the Lord for His boons. God “Swarna Akarshana Moor-
thy” will be graceful to yield the prosperity with wealth.
AGHORA RUDHRA MOORTHY
The different facets of Lord Shiva, in the title Rudhra, resem-
ble with the manifestation of great anger
with bold and positive look of destruc-
tion. The appearance is exhibited with
teeth, which are projecting horribly in
both side of mouth. At a glance, if any
one happens to look, will feel great fear.
He kills all the enemies who does harm
to his devotees.
 One can get lucky without any knowledge. But, to reap the rewards of luck, need the intelligence.- Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
In this atmosphere of destruction, He continues to put an end
to devils and demons. But in the human heart itself, occurs the
injustice, unlawful desires, thoughts of killing, plans of stealing,
ideas to possess the other’s properties etc. These kinds of acts
are also considered as devilish nature. The mankind should give
importance and abide with norms for them selves to live a digni-
fied life. All these doctrines are imposed in this idol.
When a person happens to behave out of gears, the lesson-teller
is Lord Shiva. So, one can attain peace first and proper develop-
ment with prosperity will reach next.
SHATKARA MRUTHYUNJAYA MOORTHY
Lord Shiva is with six hands in this facet. “Mruthu” defined here
is for the kindness. Some people suffer with frequent sickness
and feel much about their longevity. Since the jaba “Mruthyun-
jaya” helps to cure several illnesses, Mruthyunjaya Homa will
be the best for longevity.
The ‘Padmasana’ is one of the rules of yoga. The Lord is having
a vessel full of nectar (Amirtha - which will give external life).
The appearance or “dharsan” of Lord Shiva is upon the Kalai
(Bull) and in the state of Padmasana with peace and calmness.
So, the devotees with their prayer from the depth of heart can put
their appeal before the Lord who is with Rudhraksha. The medi-
tation and yoga are routines of Lord Shiva. Devotees should pay
sincere homage to Him and possess the good health.
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Bhaktha Kabirdas
sell them. But nobody dared to buy those clothes.
Kabir was un-mindful of the situation when a Brahmin came
begging for clothes. Kabir gave a cloth generously free of cost
to that person. Then a Muslim came asked for clothes. He gave
the remaining clothes to the second person.
Kabir could able to see God in both Hindu and a Muslim. God
deprived him of his business took the form or total impression of
Brahmin and went to Kabir’s mother and placed the complaint.
The mother came angrily to the exhibition and beat up Kabir
with a hard-stick. Since Kabir was immersed in meditation the
wounds were reflected on the Brahmin nearly him. When Kabir
opened his eyes he saw ‘Lord Sri Ram’ himself was the person
who received the wounds. Kabir and his mother were thrilled as
she embraced her son with tears of joy.
Her tears of joy were short lived. Her eyes were covered with
illusion. She was scared that her son would be lost. So to bring
him back to mundane world, she performed his marriage with
Loyee. Though Kabir was not inclined, he had no other go.
But his quest for knowledge was unquenchable. Kabir being a
muslim was not accepted by the Hindu masters. He was not also
accepted by the Muslim masters since his behavior was against
Shatkara Mruthyunjaya Moorthy will give boons to His devo-
tees and save them from illness and give long life. Aged people,
and those who suffer with physical and/or mental illness and
disabilities should positively make the homage to Lord Shiva
for their welfare.
KAAL MARI ADIYA MOORTHY
Lord Shiva, during the time of reformation of world, co-oper-
ated Lord Brahma in the creation of sounds, language, phonet-
ics, music etc. Lord Shiva is a great lover of music. When He
happens to hear the melody, begins to dance. Dance is the art,
which had its birth from Lord Shiva.
There lived a king called Mathura who prayed the Lord to give
him appearance (dharsan) engaged in dance. The king, minis-
ters and all persons in the court of King experienced the same
when Lord Shiva commenced His great methods of dances with
grace. As Lord Shiva changed the legs and danced in so many
astonishing ways, the entire crowd was experiencing the divin-
ity by His gesture and benevolence. As Lord Shiva is the crea-
tor of art, the communities of artists like the musicians, singers,
instrument players, and dancers should get the blessings for their
fame and progress.
The crescent moon “Chandra” is in his head. The snake and
drum represent the musical beat. All are beautifully accommo-
dated in his facet, which gives a very pleasing appearance with
an immense peace.
the norms of his religion.
Kabir was not confined to any religion but it was not
understood by great people. With a broken heart, he was
loitering on the banks of river Ganga. He lost all hopes of
meeting a guru. He almost fainted and dozed off to sleep
there. The next morning, a guru by the name Ramananda
Swami on his way to Ganges happened to step over him.
Then he uttered “‘Ram”. Kabir woke up to these uttering’s
and accepted him as his guru. The guru too had no objection
to receive him as his disciple. He did not have any objection
since it was all designed by the God. Ramananda Swami was
a staunch devotee of God. Once Goddess Lakshmi decided to
test him and created a Rose Garden on his path. He plucked one
rose, but the Goddess almost snatched it away from his hands
and took it straight to Lord Vishnu and she said “Look your
disciple is a thief”.
God smiled at her and said “He plucked it only to offer it to me
and you brought it all the way to me personally”. Lakshmi Devi
was moved by his devotion and offered to help him. The Lord
explained, “Kabir is not after the riches or material comforts.
He wants to spread affection of love to the God around him. He
needs a right disciple for that. So I will create a disciple out of
the flower you brought here”. Speaking thus he changed it into a
baby and that baby was no other than Kabir himself. So, Kabir
and Ramananda Swami made a good pair. He felt he had lost
his ego.
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 Hindu Temple of Georgia
Chief Priest Daughter’s Wedding
Temple Treasurer Ms. Sivanadiyan with
Priest Sharma’s Family
Temple Treasurer Ms. Sivanadiyan with priests wife
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Temple Treasurer Ms. Sivanadiyan is giving Rs 1,00,000.00 as
a present to Chief Priest Sharma’s daughter on behalf of Hindu
Temple of Georgia, USA
From left to Right:- Mr.Ashok- Temple Youth Committee Chairman,
Ms. Sivanadiyan- Temple Treasurer, Ms Mathangi- Priest Sharma’s
wife, Ms.Sowmya- The Bride, Mr. Ramesh- Bridegroom, Pundit
Sharma, Mr. Annamalai & Ms.Kalyani- Temple Directors.
The Grand Marriage performance by Sri.Swamiji.
- By S.Balasubramanian.
T
he Chief Priest Sharma of
Hindu Temple of Georgia
has two daughters.
Swamiji, on perusal of his elder
daughter’s horoscope said that
the marriage of the girl should
be performed within the month of
July. So, he contacted a few persons in India and I’m one among
them. I’m a retired staff of Government of Tamilnadu. I’ve got
two sons and a daughter. My daughter got married three years
ago. Sri. Swamiji fixed my elder son Chirnjeevi Ramesh alias
Srinivasan for the elder daughter Sowbagyavathi Sowmya of
the Chief Priest Sharma. My son is working in Bangalore as
an automobile engineer. The boy and the girl met each other
and they liked very much. After getting the full consent from
both, Sri. Swamiji ordered the Indian Ashram people to make
 Temple Board Members , Staffs of Indian Ashrama

elaborate and grand arrangements to perform the marriage. He

himself fixed the date as July 11th as the fit date for the marriage.
He ordered his family to go to India for the marriage.
As the Brahmin family marriage rituals are to be performed for
three days, the marriage rituals started on the 10th morning. A
group of priests under the leadership of the senior most priest Sri.
Krishnamoorthy Sastrigal performed the rituals. The purification
of the couple was done as per the Vedic specifications. In the
evening a grand reception was given to the couple. A lot of
invitees took part in it. Sri. Swamiji’s parents, wife and children
were the chairpersons of the reception. A grand dinner was
served to the invitees. The catering was arranged by the team of
the ashram’s chef Sri. Sathya and Mrs.Latha Sathya.

On 11th morning the Kasi Yathrai took place as the beginning

of the ritual. Then the couples were seated on an Oonjal and USA based Kingcraft LLC, co founder MR Jeyakumar
the evil dhrishty on the couple was removed. Then the couple with the Ashrama Staffs.
exchanged their garlands. After that the couples
were taken to the marriage Dias. After a few Vedic
rituals, the holy Mangalyam was tied by the groom.
Then the sapthapathi, a Vedic ritual of taking the
girl for seven steps took place. All the functions
were graced by the Swamiji online. Swamiji’s
family took an active part in all the rituals and
graced the holy and happy occasions. As I and my
family members got the blessings of the Swamiji,
I request all to have the same blessings of the
Swamiji and Lord Shiva.

Temple Treasurer Ms. Parvathi Sivanadiyan with Ms Kalyani and

Priest Sivaswamy

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Mr Dhanraj Pandiyan , Managing Director of $ 2 Billion
Dhanraj Group of companies a strong Devotee of His
Holiness Sri Sri Selvam”Siddhar’ with Pundit Sharma, &
Pundit Manikandan Kutty with Siddhi Times magazine.

Swamiji Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

The newly wedded couples with Siddhi Times magazine.

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 No Husband could understand his wife 100% , with the obvious reason that both are different sex. - Sri Selvam “Siddhar”

St. Mary
and Angel
Next morning when he went to church, an old woman was
sweeping the front hall of the church. While John was leaving,
after the prayers to St Mary, the old woman came closer to him
and told, ”Johnson, I know you well from your child hood;
you should reveal your worries and feelings to me; I will do
whatever possible”. These words of support and grace gave a
new strength to him and he told his worriers about loan taken
from the neighbor, the big interest to be paid and his unfulfilled
wishes to buy gold jewels to his wife, etc.
The old woman then turned as an Angel and blessed him “Since
you are one of the best devotees of mother St Mary; I feel
courtesy upon you and I can give you a boon. I have powers to
grant only one boon which you have to claim. Not a big list”.
Johnson was confused and replied cleverly, that the Angel
should permit him to consult with his family and be back. Angel
agreed to his wish. When he went home, he discussed the same
with his father and mother. They were so pleased to hear about

Mr. Johnson was a farmer and lived with the blessings of the Angel. But the parents insisted him to get
his family in the farm house. the vision power to their eyes.
He was a disciple of St.Mary. He was so convinced that the Now it is Teresa’s chance. She told that for the last six year
real grace, kindness and service were the born nature of a she could not conceive and her desire was to be blessed with a
mother. He was blessed with a great father, mother and wife. child.
Since his childhood, he worshiped St.Mary with the mind of
purity. Having given birth to the “good shepherd Jesus”, the Johnson wanted to get lot of gold so that he can settle the loan
deep devotion upon St.Mary grew as a banyan tree in his heart and live comfortably with his family. Johnson spent hours of
and he never missed the prayers. thinking about this and he wanted to make every body to be
happy in his family. He decided to use his wits and ability to
As both of his father and mother were blind and the income from face this challenge. Johnson went again to church and asked the
the agriculture was very minimal. For the studies and education Angel “Oh my mother St Mary’s Angel!! Kindly grant me the
of Johnson, they had a loan of ten thousand dollars from the boon that my parents should see my son in a golden cradle!!!”
neighbor by the pledging their property. The loan added up as
they got more for Johnson’s marriage. The boon was granted and
the Angel vanished. After
Johnson was married to Teresa and 6 years passed by. They some months his wife
could not repay the loan yet. Even though John was such a conceived and delivered a
hard worker and honest man, he was very unhappy about his male child! Then appeared
wonderful wife Teresa suffering with no wealth. Johnson once the golden cradle!! John’s
asked Teresa “Are you happy with me in this poor status?” parents got their vision to
“I don’t need any status. I just want to be a good wife of a good look at their grandson!
husband” she said smilingly. As all of their wishes
came true and they lived
“I feel I have given nothing to you. I could not provide you any happily ever after!!!
comfort, not even gold jewels to you”.
“Silver, gold, diamond etc are not my desires. Our hardworking
hands and the aim to do good cultivation are the means for a
reasonable income and we can live our life comfortably.” She
spoke most responsibly.

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The Raasi Readings below are based on your Raasi(Moon Sign) not sun
sign. Please do not get confused with other readings in different news
papers. This is the only reading in USA done to the standard of ATHARVA
VEDA and not to the Jyothis Sasthra.
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MESHAM (ARIES)
Stars Concerned :
(Ashwin – Bharani and 1st Part of Kritika)
The natives of this sign will be getting good influences and
supports from Lord Jupiter – the position of Mars is with
Jupiter’s of opposition will be guiding to get relief from
pressure of financial requirements, the domestic maintainces ,
and development in savings. The prevailing condition is causing
an atmosphere of dryness. In common , the astama Jupiter
till October create challenges. Astama is the place of loss or
expenditure ; so the circumstances are to be covered for more
income by additional way of earnings. That will be possible
and the critical scenes will be solved. A care towards children
and scrutiny of the property, you have to give preference this
month.
For House hold wives : The management will be with difficulties
but governed part after part with a mood of confusion, this
month will be going on like this. For Students: This month is
dictating more lessons;(everything) needed for deep survey.
More Attention is necessary
For Business people and professionals: The plans and routines
are guided with good scopes. The first half of month will give
full support. Next half, will be needing very proper attention in
every thing which you will finish it satisfactorily.
For lovers: Very unsteady and mixed trends will be prevailing.
More cautious nature and filtered decision are advised. The delay
will lead the way with expectation of good results.
On August 14,15,16 the Lord Saturn , kedu , venus and moon
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will be in the fifth house i.e
simha and create a base for a
comfortable status of your aims.
The days which are not good for important works are 20,21 and
22. Your Lord of sign is Mars. Master of Mars is God Karthikeya.
You have to worship this God for all the good.
RISHABAM (TAURUS)
(Kritika 2nd 3rd 4th part – Rohini 1st and 2nd part of
Hrugasheera)
Lord of Rishaba – venus is with lords kedu and sani. This will
be affecting your regular works, meternal matters, and properties
and vehicles. Lord Ragu is occupying your house of profession /
Business. Regular improvements will be there with restlessness.
Lord Jupiter guides you till October and supports you for all
achievements. On 14,15,16 of this month some program in your
career will have some modifications. It is an occurance of new
branches and wide range of hard works which will be giving
new experiences before October 13th. Because the graceful
Jupiter’s helps are on one side and the conjuctions of venus and
Saturn in simha, happens on other side. This is a new experienc
for good.
For house hold wives: Matters are more. Unadjustable scenes
are to be met with challenges. Timely helps and supports are
sure- but your mind will be much confusioned.
For students: Your planning and studying are quite parallel to
your scopes. Better store the knowledge rigidly in your mind
file.
For Business people and Professionals: Lord saturn’s present
asterism ‘Maga’ will give you a kind of cunning way, you have
to be very careful in making decisions. Of course no loss but one
should aim for fame.
For lovers: When Lord Mars sits in Rishaba, it is a negative
way of moments. Fortunately Lord Jupiter favours you. And
still it is one month to be passed for exact decisions and real
understandings.
The Lords Saturn, Venus, Kedu, and Mercury happen to join in
‘Simha’ on 16 th August. That day and for further 15 days will
be of certain changes and experiences. You have to be anxious
to meet as well as with vigil to face the occasions.
MIDUNA (GEMINI)
Mrugasheera 1,2 parts and Tirrvathirai Punarvasu 1,2,3 parts
The lord of Midhuna Mercury(Budha) is with Sun in Kadagam.
The result will be fear or suspicion in all the attempts to prevail.
The major supports are blocked and the self confidence will be
in a reduced form. The feeling of something that your plans are
not moulding to the exact shape. From this first week of August
the days are changing for a better trend. Business and earnings
will be governed by Lord Jupiter. Finance and family matters are
also amicably going on.
For Household wives: As usual the things are maintained with
your talent. Nothing to fear. Certain confusions are there and
will be given solution by Lord Jupiter.
For Students: Your studies are all in good shape and you have
to spare more time to score high marks. For Businessmen/
professionals: Usual income and the improvements are going on
by the grace of Lord. Jupiter . The financial situations are also
coming to the control.
For lovers: The seventh house lord Jupiter is looked by Lord
Mars who is always against love affairs. He will not permit the
situations for smooth ways. Another one month to be passed for
a real answer.
The lords Sun, Venus, Saturn and Mercury(Budha) in ‘Simham’
(Leo) will be diverting your mind for a deserted situation. The
neck and shoulders will be facing little pains. 14th 15th and 16th
of this month have liesuerly times at home. The days which are
not for important works 26th ,27th and 28th.
KADAGAM (CANCER)
Punarpoosa 4th Part- Poosam(Pushya)
The month is the beginning of Dhakshinayana (sun will begin
to create the influence of second summer to earth-september).
The planets Saturn- Mercury-Venus-Kedu will with sun in
your second house which relates to finance education and
family matter. On the 1st and 2nd of August, the days will not
be so good. You will be feeling in a state of mixed trend and
facing certain problems for clearance. The establishment and
maintenance will be cleverly managed. Lord Jupiter will be
keeping you with balanced status and the timely supports and
good ideas will help you for success.
For House hold wives: There are many problems are queue for
settlement. Atmosphere will be busy and the important guests
will also paying the visits. Financially the requirements will
covered and little over expenditures also there.
For Students: The subjects are more for study. Certain delay will
cause you. Some kinds of extracurricular activities will divert
your mind. Keep a good vigil in the subject.
Business men and Professionals: The accommodation of Lord
Mars is good in the star Kritika which is looked by Lord Jupiter.
That is a good sign. Use all your talents to get success in your
career. The Venus, Sun and Saturn in ‘Maga’ will be giving you
the some sort of dissatisfaction. But it is only temporary. The
time will become good shortly.
For Lovers: The occupation of Lord Mars in Taurus, and the
position Venus in Simha with Lords Sun and Saturn and also
Lord Kedu, create an unsuitable circumstances with out any
freedom. This month is with Red flag only. You have to wait for
good times.
Worship to Goddess Parvathi will give you good change. On
the date 16th and 17th August. It is a combination beautifully
occurs.
SIMHA (LEO)
Magam-Pooram(Purvaphalguni) and 1st part of
uttira(uttraphalguni)
This month up to 15th August, the trend will be very normal.
The combination of four planets with Lord Sun will create a
good future for you. The new programs, are forming for your
benefits something else the power of planets are getting to a
better shape. The ‘Maga’ is the first star in your sign Leo-the
arrival of Saturn will cause some troubles. They have to be very
steady during travel and even in crossing the roads. The second
phase of 7½ year rule of Saturn is likely to lead for another 5
years. Lot of lessons, he will give. But all are good to build a
good future.
For House hold wives: You have to chant the mantras for Lord
Saturn. Have good prayers for him; so that the affairs will
come into your control. From 16th August, you will feel certain
improvements.
For Students: The talents and remembering powers are likely
reduce. You have to take more care for your studies. The
students belonging to Magam. Star should be very careful. No,
attachments with friends. You do not know who is good and who
is bad. For one full year be vigilant.
For Business/Professionals: You will feel everything as slow.
But the regular routines are going on with the grace of Lords
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Mars and Jupiter. Since another 5 long years you have to be in
check of Lord Saturn. Take decisions with deep study. Nothing a
kind of quick decisions will help you.
For Lovers: The beginning of month is good. The second half
will be with restlessness and confusion.
Lord Saturn to be worshipped with good prayers for better times.
This is for all simha- natives. The days which are unfavourable
are 29, 30, 31st of August.
Something you can understand according to the events that
occur.
KANYA (VIRGO)
2nd ,3rd ,4th part of uttiram (uttiraphalguni) Hustham and chitra
1st and 2nd part.
The natives of this sign will be feeling a sort of fear and the events
which are now in-actions may discourage them. This month you
have to be very cautious. Be steady in taking decisions and there
should not be any urgency and adamancy. This is most important
for another 2 months. The 71/2 year Saturn has commenced
and there should be a measure of judging every action. The
occupation of Lord Jupiter in 3rd house will also prove certain
failures. This month is a very ordinary month. The grace of Lord
Jupiter falls on your Rasi Lord Mercury. This will support you
to manage the circumstances.
For House hold wives: Very normal month with a need of much
for more expenditures. Major planets are helplessly hiding. With
good planning only you can pass this month.
For students: The situation is not helping to do good. The
precious times will be disturbed by other activities. You have
spend more times in reading.
For business people/ professionals: Unnecessary expenditures
and good for nothing times will take place. You can not aim for
huge profits. On that expectation the time and money will be
wasted. You have pass this month will intelligence.
For lovers: With the difficult times, you are in a position to
discuss your subjects bravely. Moral supports and guidances are
reaching. Some what, a better month you can feel.
The worship of God Mahavishnu the forth coming months will
be in proving a lot.
The days which are not favorable to you are 5th ,6th ,7th,
of August.
THULAM (LIBRA)
(3rd ,4th parts of chitra and – swathi and
1st ,2nd and 3rd part of visaga)
The native of this sign Libra will be with extra load of usual
matters of this month. It is not critical but with confusion in want
of decision. The combination of Lords Vnus ,kedu, and Saturn in
simha will create a scene to challenge your ability. Your constant
attemts will give you the success. Regards the regular incomes,
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there won’t be any kind of blocks. Even the matters which are
under process will be coming of the expected plans. Domestic
and the financial matters are with certain vegulation in conrol.
For house hold wives: The burdon is heavy for the last 7 months.
Many methods are being handled by you , still the hopes are
not fully settled. Since the Lord of sign is in retrogration, the
brave ventures and strong methods will guide you for a way of
ashtonishmant specific achievements will come.
For students: Studies will be in an order of disturbance. You have
give perfection and concentration. Even then upto September
the scoring of marks will be lasser.
For lovers: The expectations are more , very dreamy times may
cause a kind of separation. Some time the visits engaged also
will not be with convenient. The daysare to be passed till 3rd
August .
In common all the natives of libra have to show a care in driving
vehicles and also to be cautious while crossing the roads. For
few person , the health will be affected in this second half of
month.
The remedial measure and worship will be giving a peace.
Goddess Mahalakshmi in the temple of Mahavishnu to be
worshipped
Certain days are not proving good for this natives. Those
days are to be noted and there should be no matters of signing
important documents. Those days are 7th ,8th ,and 9th of this
month.
VIRCHIGAM (SCORPIO)
Stars in this sign:
4th part of visaga-Anusham(Anuradha) and kettai(Jeysta)
Native of scorpio is Lord Mars who is expected were by Lord
Jupiter. The positions of Lords Venus, Kedu Saturn are likely to
join with Lord sun shortly. This is a time of good beginning for
all your efforts. The happiness in the job, profession and business
will be going you the progress. New ventures are also likely to
come. At home if the elders are suffering from any kind of sick
or trouble, the major attention should be given. The combination
of planets in the 10th square will give you a prominent role in
your activities. The expansion of works which you do, will give
you proper income also. Your health condition also to improve.
For house hold wives: Your burdon is increasing. The budgets
also more. Some kind of insufficiency, you could feel. By your
own approach and intelligences the pending affairs are going to
be cleared by you. Atmosphere at home with your suggestion
and expectation will be honoured.
For Students: Improvements in studies are going ahead in a
suitable way, you are doing your best. Time passing should
be avoided. All the necessary ways to score your rank must be
given prefence.
For Lovers: The occupation Lord Mars in Rishaba, will be
keeping you restlessly. The programs are not as per your
expectation. Any how the days are coming to your hopes and
control.
For Business People and Professionals: This month’s forecast
is desirable and plans are on the needed way. Good thing will
occur and keep you pleased.
This month, the worship to Lord Sun, who give prominance
in society and surroundings. The special pooja to Lord
suryanarayana will give you good supports in everything. The
day, which are not good for you, are 9th, 10th and 11th of this
month.
DHANUR (SAGGITTARIUS)
Stars concerned:Moola-pooradam-(Purnashada)
Uttiradam(Uttrashada) 1st part
The ruling time for this natives are really in a dark atmosphere.
You are feeling in a state of isolation. A kind of challenge and
a problem of uncertainity are mixed to find suitable solution.
The tenth house Lord Budha is hidden in eighth house. Upon all
these factors, the prevailing situation seems to be discouraging.
The persons of the star moola will be facing a compulsory
situation of decisions. All the need of this hour is patient. One
month will be with vagaries. But new experience and correct
way of concluding the things are likely to come shortly. This
month the combination of Lords Sun, Kedu, Venus and Saturn
in Simha will give a sound status for your hard work. A fortune
on account of Lords Mercury and Sun in ‘Kadaga’ will do good
things for all your waitings.
For House hold wives: The first week and also second week of
this month will be with the crucial hours to execute your duties.
You will feel little difficult to manage. For the labour and good
efforts taken by you, the times will be favouring you in the third
and fourth week of this month.
For Students: Good circumstances, the elders, the teachers are
guiding for a progressive knowledge. The society of unwanted
friends to be cut off. They will try to divert your attention towards
gay and time passing.
For Business People/Professionals: The usual work with no
briskness and improvement may be dragging the way this month.
You have to think deep about everything and continue. By the
beginning of third week the better position will reach.
For Lovers: Very slowly the moments are passing; it is not better
but seems no good the circumstances prove. After two weeks,
certain decisions are reaching for a concrete proposal.
Worshipping to the Lord Maha Vishnu by way of Archana the
things will be settling with order. The days which are not suitable
to you are 11th, 12th and 13th.
MAGARAM (COPRICORN)
Stars concerned:2nd 3rd 4th part of uttiradam(uttra shadha) Tiru
vonam (Shravana) Avitta 1st and 2nd part (Dhaneishta)
The natives of Magara are advised to be very careful. The
Astatma Semi, the beginning stage may create some kind of
trouble. Need not be worried much. This will be in charge for
the first month only. Finding the capacity and pocket money
everything to be carried out. The technic of following the slow
procedure and reducing the speed and calculative executions
are needed. On 14th and 15th of this month the Lord Venus and
budha are encountering each other to grant you the strength and
good plans to carry out the 21/2 year long Astama Sami. You can
do your all works with confident and good hopes. The prayers to
Lord Saturn on Saturday should be most essential. Doing so, the
burdens and heavy loads, will be minimized.
For House hold Wives: So, for the process of economical ways
of handling the funds and saving the best for future were in
order. Now the scene will be teaching lessons to be perfect in
every thing. Some times, the situation may go out of control. It
is always better to deal everything with scrutiny.
For Students: There should be no marks upon you to go below
the normal of 50%. Sincere way of readings and giving the
preferencial studies also confuse you. Some time the prepared
topics will not be coming in way of question in exam. More
times, you have spend in reading.
Business people and Professionals: The trend will be going for
certain improvements with benefit. At the first sight, you can
not access the exact picture but the deep study will pay you the
benefit by September.
For Lovers: The first half of the month is unfavourable. The
second half will be in a useful way.
The natives, should do the Navagraha pooja and specifically
to Lord Saturn. The days which are not good for you are 14th,
15th,16th of August.
KUMBAM (AQUA)
Stars concerned: Avitta(Dhanista) 3rd, 4th part of
sadhaya(Shadapisha) Poorattathi (Poorvabadra) 1st, 2nd and
3rd part
The native of this sign, will get a good influence of happiness
and pleasure. The transit of Lord Saturn to the star ‘Magam’ in
Leo(Simha) will give a test with your balance. You can see the
things during your routines of work or in handling the vehicle or
any instruments. You have to be careful. Be slow and steady. In
common a month of good support and time of luck is predicted.
The combination of Lords Venus, Saturn, Sun and Kedu in
Simha (Leo) will favour you good status and fame.
For House hold Wives: The times are good and the things will
be moving with proper dimension as you except. The burdon at
home, will be met with ease. Your health will be disturbed due
to heat. Have good medicines and keep the physique in good
order.
For Students: Improvement in studies and the syllabus of
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 understandings will be in order. You will feel lucky to write
answers for, what the subjects you prepared. Sure you are going
to score good marks and rank.
For business men and Professionals: The fixed matters are
not continuing, there are things always. Your expectations are
not fully satisfied; but the changes will be going on without
stoppage. Lord Mars will give you good capacity to adjust with
circumstances and give success.
For Lovers: You feel happy but with great hinderences.
Sometimes you will be facing heated exchange of conversations.
Such kind of nose cuts to be neglected. Have the vigil to spell
the word. All the natives of Kumba should pray the Lord of
sign “Saturn”(Lord Sani) on Saturdays. The days which are not
favourable will be 16th 17th 18th August.
MEENAM:(PISCES)
Stars concerned poorattathi-(Purvabadra)4th Uthirathathi(Uttir
abadra) Revathi
Lord of your sign Jupiter empowers your sign to enjoy the
benefits. His grace will certainly guide for you a satisfactory
sailing of this month. The tenth house is looked by Lord Mars
who takes care of your duties. The planetary positions Lord Mars
verses Lord Jupiter will make you to feel a good fortune for the
forth coming months also. The seventh Lord Mercury is also
aspected by Lord Jupiter who grants the happiness in family.
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The sixth house Lord sun gets power on 15th, 16th of August.
This will give a restless times and also a kind of sickness. You
have to provide your selves with easy mood and rest.
For House hold Wives: Scenes will be with busy in maintenance
of family. You will be excecuting the things suitably. The first
week will be little bit confusion, than it will disappear.
For Students: Intelectual society and good friends and good
teachers are guiding you for a good progress. Astrologically it is
a keepful in all the ways. So, you have to maintain it with good
health.
For Business men/Professionals: It is the time to get all kind
of supports and it is your duty to develop the positions. The
planetary combination Lords Sun, Venus, Kedu, and Saturn are
giving a good time of fortune.
For Lovers: Open hearted conversations and the suitable
decisions are likely a- head. The time is favourable. For all
the natives of ‘Meenam’ Lord Jupiter and Lord Brahma to be
worshipped. The times will be seltling with success. The dates
which are not favourable to sign or decide important things are
18th 19th 20th of August.
- By Sri Selvam “Siddhar”
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