Shri Ranganatha Temple of Shri Rangam
Teerthanusaranam (undertaking pilgrimages to sacred tirthas) has been stated as one of the samanya dharma (dharma applicable to everyone) in various smritis and puranas.
November 2020
Speak Cautiously Act Judiciously
The purpose of reading scriptures should not be limited to historical learnings. Each character, every event mentioned in them has a lesson to convey. We would be lost in understanding them if not for the commentaries by Shriman Madhwacharya and his disciples.
Sin of cuisine
Even during saatvik (pure/virtuous) cooking, smaller organisms can be harmed unknowingly, leading to the accrual of sins. Such sins originate from five inevitable processes that are part of everyday cooking:
Haridasara Mundigegalu – 7
Even the minutest part of the all-pervading Lord is filled with infinite auspicious qualities. This is the reason he exudes auspiciousness onto the entire Universe. This was the narration of the greatness of the Lord.
Give to Receive
GIVE TO RECEIVE A few notes on Daana Vidhi as described in Mahabharata Illustration : freepik.com “yajñō dānaṁ tapaścaiva pāvanāni manīṣiṇām” says the Lord in… Read More »Give to Receive
The legend of Helavanakatte Giriyamma
Giriyamma’s story is also a clear example of Sanatana Dharma’s tolerant and broad view of society. In utter contradiction to the popular argument made by staunch opponents of Sanatana Dharma that it encourages misogyny, this story proves the special reverence given to the women in society.
Imminent detriment from malicious intent
When the desire is malicious or undeserved, it must be noted that the higher one climbs, the harder they fall.
Bimba and His Abode
Ultimately, for any seeker, obtaining divine grace through ripened devotion and constant contemplation of the Bimba form by dhyāna, with a clear understanding of the absolute supremacy and independence of the Lord, is most essential for Bimbāparōkṣa and Mōkṣa.
Listening to criticism of the Lord is a sin too
Not only does criticizing the Lord, but even listening to such criticism leads one to the dark world of naraka. When posed with such a situation, if possible, one should raise objection. Else, it would be prudent to leave such a place immediately. Thus, states the Bhagavata.
Tale of Nala & Damayanti – 12
Nala became overwhelmed with sorrow as he stood in front of Damayanti and shed tears of grief. Despite her beloved being beside her, unable to move the screen of her mental dilemmas, Damayanti was miserable and withered in pain.