Vijnaana Mahotsava. 15 th Sreemad Bhaagavata Tattva Sameeksha Satram

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3 Vijnaana Mahotsava 15 th Sreemad Bhaagavata Tattva Sameeksha Satram Harih Om Tat Sat. We are happy to announce that the 15 th Annual Sreemad Bhaagavata Tattva Sameeksha Satram will be held during the auspicious Margasheersha, from 23 rd December 2016 to 01 st January 2017 in Paralikad Naimishaaranyam, the sacred precincts of Thacchanaatthukaavu Devi Temple. Narayanashrama Tapovanam and Hind Navotthana Pratishtan will be jointly conducting the event. Sreemad Bhaagavatam holds that Knowledge of the Supreme Truth is the only means to deliver human mind from taapa-traya, the three-fold afflictions of the world. Distinct from the usual Sreemad Bhaagavata Saptaahams, this Tattva Sameeksha Satram aims to instill deeper wisdom, universal values and rational insight through the profound thoughts of the great holy Text. Over the last 14 years, the objective is being fulfilled, every time to a greater degree. Genesis of the Satram In 2001, in connection with the inauguration of Annakshetra in Thacchanaathukaavu, for serving free food at noon everyday, Sreemad Bhaagavata Saptaaham was held. When it concluded, some listeners expressed to Poojya Swami Purushothama Tirtha and me, their eagerness to be exposed to the lofty text in greater depth, so that its message will become part of their daily life and interactions. It was then that we gave shape to the Sreemad Bhaagavata Tattva Sameeksha Satram. Programme details Over 30 distinguished exponents Sannyaasins and Scholars will be exposing the precious value-treasure. In addition to 5 lectures, mostly in Malayalam every day, there will be full recital (paaraayanam) of the original Sanskrit Text, spread over ten days. Additionally, English talks also will be there on 28 th, 29 th and 30 th, keeping in mind those who would be attending the event from other States and abroad. On Dec 26 Monday, 5155 students would participate in a collective Vishnusahasranaama Japotsava commemorating the 5155 th year of Vishnusahasranaama stotra, the sterling cultural legacy bequeathed by Bheeshma to Yudhishthira. The session would begin by 9 in the morning and conclude after prasada distribution by around 1 o clock.

4 On Dec 28 Wednesday, before celebrating Rukmini Swayamvara in the evening, we propose to conduct social marriages for which some requests have been received. On the concluding day, 01 Jan Sunday, Vishnusahasranaama archana and havan will start by 9 and conclude with distribution of prasaada, by 2 pm. Devotees coming from various parts of India and abroad can participate in the event with the sankalpa that the entire humanity should be blessed with prosperity, solidarity and inner strength. Those who are unable to sit on the floor will also be able to participate in this mahotsava, with special facilities being made for sitting on the chair and performing the archana with akshata on plates distributed for the purpose. Spreading the awareness Proceeding with our plan as in the previous years, this year also three yaatras (processions) are organized for bringing (i) Sri Krishna idol from Guruvayur (ii) Dharma Dhvaja from Thiruvilwamala, and (iii) Sreemad Bhaagavata Grantha from Narayanashrama Tapovanam to the Satrashaala. These processions will form part of the General Dhaarmic Awakening measures. En-route, the yaatras will be received and welcomed by votaries of Dharma with bhojana-dravya-samarpanam (offering of materials for anna-daana). Essay writing, Sreemad Bhaagavata Hymns recital, and elocution competitions are also being arranged for children of different age groups, to imbue a lasting effect in the society. This year the shloka recitation will be based on Bhaagavatam 2 nd Skandha, 7 th chapter. 1st ten shlokas will be for Juniors, and seniors will recite shlokas 26 to 46. Devotion of Akrura and advice of Rishabha will be the topics for essay competition. Elocution Competition will be on the story of Krishna, the Vrindavan boy putting Indra to shame and also Mahabali s sacrifice of Kingdom. Jnaana yajna being far superior to material Yajnas, participating in or supporting this Knowledge Festival elicits the best of Divine blessings. 4

5 Opportunity for all Thousands of people are expected to assemble everyday in Naimishaaranyam. With Annadaana for all, accommodation for outstation seekers, the spacious pandal, sound, light, first aid and medical help, arrangements for scholars, etc., this year s event is estimated to cost Rs. 80 lakhs. We earnestly look forward to your participation in this most benedictory event, mentally, materially or otherwise. Kindly inform your relatives, friends and well-wishers also, so that the holy endeavour will be strengthened and they too will derive lasting benedictions. With love and ashirvad. Antaraatma, 1 November 2016 Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha Bhakti Ghosha Yatras When the processions reach the pre-announced centers, sufficient arrangements have been made to receive the material offerings for Bhakti-bhojanam (Monday) Procession of Sri Krishna Idol starting from Guruvayur at 7.00 am (Tuesday) Procession of Dharma Dhvajam starting from Thiruvilvamala at 8.00 am (Thursday) Procession of Sreemad Bhaagavata Grantham starting from Narayanashrama Tapovanam at 8.00 am 5

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7 Special Events (Saturday) am - Vedic Recitation (Sai Veda Vahini Parishat) (Sunday) pm - Prize distribution to participants of competitions and their performance (Monday) pm - Vishnusahasranaama Japotsava in which more than 5155 students will participate (Wednesday) Social Marriage (Sunday) noon - Vishnusahasranaama Saarvajanika Mahaa Yajna Discourse in English (Wednesday) pm (Thursday) pm - Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji Maharaj (Friday) pm - Sriyukta Swamini Ma Gurupriya 7

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9 Sreemad Bhaagavata Tattva Sameeksha Satram How you can participate Our tradition enjoins that to offer materials or means for Sreemad Bhaagavata Tattva Sameeksha Satram is as holy and benedictory as participating in it. Annadaanam, is the most holy act, gracing the receiver and giver alike, one with material gain, the other with inner spiritual gain. We are particular that opportunity should be given to one and all to participate in Annadaana and the inestimable grace it bestows. The following details will, we hope, enable you to decide upon the offering: Annadaanam for a full day (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner) Rs. 1.0 Lakh for 100 people a day Rs. 8,000 for 100 people one time Rs. 4,000 Apart from Annadaanam, devotees and well-wishers can also select their devotional offering from the following: For a Day (Rs.) Oil for lamps - 1 Tin 2,000 Pooja 5,000 Flower Decoration 5,000 Ghee Lamp Lighting 5,000 Tattva Pravachanam including travel 12,000 Tattva Pravachanam (per exponent) 3,000 Light & Sound - Satrashala 20,000 Seating Facilities for devotees 10,000 Construction of Satrashaala (100 sq ft) 5,000 Pooja Flowers & Lighting - Devi Temple 3,000 Pooja Flowers & Lighting - Shiva Temple 3,000 Pooja Flowers & Lighting - Krishna Temple 2,000 Flowers for Vishnu Sahasranaama Saarvajanik Mahaayajna (for 100 participants) 10,000 9

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11 Day Friday Morning Session to Heritage Procession of Sreemad Bhaagavata Ratham accompanied by percussion instruments to Traditional Reception to Poojya Swamiji and other Sannyasins to Satram Inaugural Session Afternoon Session to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation Swami Nigamananda Tirthapadarji Maharaj Bhakti Bhojanam to Bhaagavata Maahaatmyam and Presentation Swami Asheshanandaji Maharaj to Kunti Stuti and Bheeshma Stuti Sriman Vaidyalinga Sarma to Tea Break, Announcements to Kapilopadesham Brahmacharini Darshika Chaitanya to Naamasankeertana Pradakshina 11

12 Day Saturday to Ganapatihomam, Vishnusahasranaamam Recitation, Vedic Recitation to Special Poojas at Temples Pooja at Satram Venue Sriman Prasad Keralassery to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation Swami Nigamananda Tirthapadarji Maharaj to Announcements, Breakfast to Vedic Recitation Sai Veda Vahini Parishat, Kerala to Daksha Yaagam Sriyukta Swamini Sivapriya to Announcements to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation, Bhakti Bhojanam to Dhruva Charitam Sriman Vimal Vijay to Essential Concepts of Bhagavadgeeta to Tea Break, Announcements to Bharata-Rahugana Conversation Koonampilli Sriman Sri Ram Nambootiri to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina 12

13 Day Sunday to Programmes as on previous day to Episode of Ajamila Swami Sanmayananda Saraswatiji Maharaj to The Haughty Hiranyakashipu Mumbai Sriman Chandrasekhara Sharma to Announcements to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation Bhakti Bhojanam to Prahlada s unflinching Bhakti Dr Srimathi Lakshmi Shankar to Prize distribution to winners of competitions, and their performance ( including winners of Vishnusahasranaama recital competitions) to Tea Break, Announcements to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina 13

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15 Day Monday to Programmes as on previous day to Vishnu Sahasranaama Japotsava by students to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation Bhakti Bhojanam to Descent of Narasimha Advocate Sriman TR Ramanathan to Prahlada stuti, Annihilation of Tripura Dr Sriman K Unnikrishnan to Tea Break, Announcements to Indian Cultural Heritage Literature Dr Sriman N Gopalakrishnan to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina Vishnusahasranaama Text in Sanskrit, English & Malayalam as PDF file, audio file to learn chanting, and also meanings of different names and other related articles are available for download at the following website: 15

16 Day Tuesday to Programmes as on previous day to Varna-ashrama Dharma Oravankara Sriman Achutan Nambootiri to Descent of Vamana Elakunnaththupuzha Sriman Damodhara Sharma to Announcements to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation, Bhakti Bhojanam to Stories of Sukanya and Ambarisha Thenoor Srimathi Sruthi to Essential Concepts of Bhagavadgeeta to Tea Break, Announcements to Celebrated Birth of Sri Krishna Swami Dharmanandaji Maharaj Followed by Procession to Commemorate Sri Krishna s Festive Descent to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina 16

17 Day Wednesday to Programmes as on previous day to Childhood Holy Episodes of Sri Krishna Sriman Veeraraghavarji to Social Marriage Ceremonies to Announcements to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation, Bhakti Bhojanam to Raasaleela, Bhramara Geeta Srimati Komalam R Menon to Tattva Pravachanam in English to Tea Break, Announcements to Rukmini s wedding Sriman Jayesh Sharma Followed by Procession to Commemorate Rukmini-Swayamvaram to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina 17

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19 Day Thursday to Programmes as on previous day to Vedic competence of Woman Dr Srimathi Lakshmi Kumari to Story of Syamantaka Swami Nigamananda Tirthapadarji Maharaj to Announcements to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation Bhakti Bhojanam to Raja sooyam Pulikkaparambu Sriman Damodharan Nambootiri to Discourse in English Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji Maharaj to Tea Break, Announcements to Nimi-Navayogi conversation Vidvan Sriman K Bhaskaran Nair to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina 19

20 Day Friday to Programmes as on previous day to Sri Shukabrahmarishi Dr Sriman P Raman to Avadhuta Gita Sriman AKB Nair to Announcements to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation, Bhakti Bhojanam to Glory of Satsang Sriman AR Nambiar to Discourse in English Sriyukta Swamini Ma Gurupriya to Tea Break, Announcements to Principles of Five Elements in Srimad Bhaagavatam Sriman PR Nathan to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina 20

21 Day Saturday to Programmes as on previous day to Bhikshu Gita Sriman Naveen Shankar to Jnana Yoga - A succinct delineation Vayapram Sriman Vasudeva Prasad to Announcements to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation, Bhakti Bhojanam to Destruction of Yadu s Clan and Departure of Krishna Srimati VT Rama to Brahma-stuti Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj to Tea Break, Announcements to Concluding Discourse to Naamasankeertana-Pradakshina onwards Setting up of Vishnusahasranaama Yajna Vedi 21

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23 Day Sunday Vishnusahasranaama Saarvajanika Mahaayajna to Sreemad Bhaagavatam Recitation (concluding session) Swami Nigamananda Tirthapadarji Maharaj to Setting up of Vishnusahasranaama Yajna Vedi to Vishnusahasranaama Saarvajanika Mahaayajna - - Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji Maharaj - Sriyukta Swamini Ma Gurupriya to Yajna Prasaadam Distribution, Bhakti Bhojanam to Concluding Review Session to Dhvaja-Avarohanam (Lowering of The Flag) Poojya Brahmarshi Devapalan to Prasaada Distribution to Dharma Sevakas 23

24 Mukhya Rakshaadhikaari & President - Sreemad Bhaagavata Tattva Sameeksha Satra Samiti President - Hind Navotthana Pratishtan & Managing Trustee - Narayanashrama Tapovanam Treasurer Sriyukta Swamini Sivapriya Vice President Sadhu Sriman P. S. Padmanabhan (Secretary - Hind Navotthana Pratishtan) Tel: Secretary Sri. I. Vijayakumar Tel: Programme Advisors Prof. Sriman Vaidyalinga Sharma Swami Nigamananda Tirthapadar Convenors Sri. P.V. Narayanan (General) Tel: Sri P.M. Unnikrishnan (Office) Tel: Sri. Kodakare Bhaskaran (Ghoshayatra) Tel: Sri. K. Vijayan Menon (Lecture Arrangements) Tel: Sri. K. P. Sasidharan (Public Relations) Tel: Sri. A.K. Govindan Tel: Sri N. Raman Joint Convenors Sri. K.V. Radhakrishnan Sri. P.D. Gopalan Sri. P.K. Ramakrishnan Sri. P.P. Krishnanunni Sri. A. Ramaswamy Joint Secretaries Sri. Purushothaman Master Sri. P.V. Krishnan Sri. T.A. Baburaj Sri. V. Ramachandran Sri. C.S. Sridhar Co-ordinators Prof. Sri. M.K. Balakrishnan Nayar Sri. C.S. Sangameswaran Prof. Sri. P. Ramakrishnan Sri. E. Unnikrishnan Sri. A Ramachandran Joint Co-ordinators Sri. Venu Chelakkara Sri. P. Prabhakaran Sri. K. Mukundan Sri. P. Achuthan Sri. Vinod Krishnan Sri. K. Gopinathan Sri. E.K. Parameswaran Sri. Satchidanadan Master Smt. Radha Purushottaman Prof. Smt. Santha Sri. Suresh M G Kavu Smt.Vanaja Shankar SREEMAD BHAAGAVATA TATTVA SAMEEKSHA SATRA SAMITI Vyasa Tapovanam, Vyasagiri P O, Wadakanchery, Thrissur Dist., Phone: , vyasatapovanam@gmail.com 24

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7 pm on: Sunday, the 14 th Aug, 2016 and Sunday, the 28thAug 2016

7 pm on: Sunday, the 14 th Aug, 2016 and Sunday, the 28thAug 2016 RAMAKRISHNA MATH (A Branch of the Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, Howrah) 113, Swami Vivekananda Road, Halasuru, Bengaluru 560008 Phone: 9902244822 / 9902019552 / 080 25578900 / 080 25367878 E-mail: halasuru@rkmm.org