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Music Concert by Sumitra Guha…Kabir Das's composition 'Moko Kahan Doondey Re Bande…Main to tere paas mein'… meaning, "Where do you search Me? I'm right here with you" echoed in Prasanthi Nilayam serving the right message for the assemblage of devotees reassuring Beloved Bhagawan's unceasing presence amidst us, this evenining here in Prasanthi Nilayam. On the third day of the ongoing Birthday Celebrations, this evening there was a Hindustani Vocal Concert by well-known vocalist and exponent of Indian Classical Music, Padma Shri Ms. Sumitra Guha. A rare breed and champion proponent of Indian Classical Music around the world, Ms. Guha had an ealier stint in Prasanthi Nilayam, singing in Bhagawan's physical presence in 2005. Her concerts are counted as 'experiences' that bear the stamp of exclusive musical devotion. This evening, Ms. Guha began her concert with her own composition on Lord Krishna "Kaise jaaun tumhare paas O Giridhari" in Raag Hamsadhwani, in Teen Taal, a prelude to a scnitillating hour of Hindustani devotional. Hailing from Andhra Pradesh the seasoned artiste chose to sing a Telugu Poem, a composition of Bhakta Kavi Pothana, "Mandara Makaranda Maadhuryamunadelu" that was followed by a Meera Bhajan, a favourite piece of Bhagawan, " Kahan Kahan Jao Therey Saath…". The Kabir Vani 'Moko Kahan Doondey Re Bande…Main to tere paas mein' followed, sung with elan and great devotional feeling. As her honeyed voice rendered the air, singing the most meaningful lines, audience sat in silence, many immersed in their own mislaid world of nostalgic days with Beloved Mother Sai.  The next piece was one of Annamacharya, 'Narayana Jaya Namo Namaha', before the concluding song, a bhajan styled in Hindustani, "Govinda Bolo Gopala Bolo…". Ms. Guha, siging with her soothing, piercing voice with facile tonal variations excelled with her devotional approach over professional mode, transmuting the general mood of the evening into devotional ecstasy. For the audience, it was a totally different experience, with the versatile singer exhibiting precision and clarity, singing with devotional fervour. Ms. Guha was accomapnied by Sri Nishikant Barodekar on Tabla, Harish on Keyboard and Sridhar on Violin. At the end of the concert, artistes were feliciated by Senior Trust officials. Bhajans by Prasanthi and Anantapur Campuses followed for the next fifteen minutes and Mangala Arathi was offered at 1815 hrs. Prasadam was distributed to the entire assemblage of devotees. 19th November is Annual Ladies' Day. An announcement to this effect was made; the programme would commence at 0830 hrs. in the morning. Celestial Marriage and Rathotsavam…November 18 is a marked day in Puttaparthi, for religious fanfare and piety coupled with devotional pomp among village folks, as this is the day when Lord Rama and Mother Sita would go in a procession along with Venugopala Swami from the Mandir in Prasanthi Nilayam to the Peddavenkama Raju Kalyana Mandapam, near Hanuman Temple. This symbolic procession has been in practice eversince its inception dates back 1980s. Over the years Bhagawan would personally bless the occasion in the bhajan hall as the deities were taken out in procession. Highlight of this morning function was the Celestial Marriage of Divine Couple, Lord Sri Ramachandra and Mother Sita performed with religious rites, in Sai Kulwant Hall. The function began at 0820 hrs. after 20 mts. of Veda chanting.  After invocatory chanting, the officiating priest explained the greater significance of the function, especially that of conducting the marriage in the Divine Presence of Beloved Bhagawan. The chanting went on and various offerings pertaining to the rituals followed. Upanayanam, sacred thread ceremony of the bridegroom followed by Kanyadanam (giving away the bride) was performed amidst chanting before the final ceremony, The Divine Marriage, was conducted by tying of Mangala Sutra around the neck of the bride.  The entire function was linked to the Sathya Sai Saga as the priest went on repeating the connection and greater significance at frequent intervals. It is for the first time after its inception the Divine Marriage is conducted in Sai Kulwant Hall, witnessed by an assembly of devotees. Over the years the function used to be inside the bhajan hall, in the immediate Divine Presence of Bhagawan.  Mangala Arathi to the Divine couple was offered before the the deities were taken out in procession along with that of Lord Venugopala Swami. Subsequently, the deities were mounted on the main chariot at the gopuram gate amidst devotional exuberance. Upon mounting the deities, coconuts were broken and arathi was offered before they were taken out along the road in procession.  Ecstatic mood of the village folk dancing to the tune of drumbeats, breaking coconuts and offering arathi enroute, was evidential of the religious fervour attached to the festivity. Vedam and Bhajans group from Prasanthi led the procession. The Venugopala Swami idol was mounted at the Pedda Venkama Raju Kalyanamandapam before return journey commenced, carrying the Sita Rama idols, a custom that has been in place ever since the Chariot Festival was introduced in Parthi. Venugopala Swami would go on a round of the entire village before returning to Prasanthi Mandir in the night.  Earlier, outside the Prasanthi gates, enthusiastic Parthi folks were up quite early, sprucing up and decorating the entire road between Prasanthi Mandir and Pedda Venkamaraju Kalyana Mandapam. Women devotees were seen engaged in painting the road with 'Rangoli'. « A musical drama by Muddenahalli students - 17th Nov..… - Music Concert by Sumitra Guha 18th Nov… » | ||||||||||||||||||
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2011-11-18
PHOTOS & UPDATE -18th Nov. 2011 -Sri Sathya Sai Baba's 86th Birthday updates
2011-11-17
Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s 86th Birthday updates Day 1 & 2 16Nov. & 17th Nov. Photos Video – Updates
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2011-11-15
15-11-2011- THOUGHT FOR THE DAY as written at Prasanthi Nilayam Today
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| Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY For whom was the Geetha delivered? Just think of this for a moment. Milk is not drawn from the cow's udder for its own sake, for cows do not drink their own milk; Arjuna, the calf, has had his fill and Krishna needs nothing! The Lord Himself clarifies: He milked the Upanishads and brought out the Geetha for the "Sudhee-jana", those who possess intelligence (Su-dhee) that is moderated by goodness and controlled by virtue. But when does one become worthy of receiving the lessons of the Geetha? Rather than exult over your excellence, search for your own faults with the desire of removing them. You will then progress fast without being dragged behind by fear or anxiety. When you move on thus, placing all your burdens on the Lord and with faith in him, you will reach a state of mental calm, which is the sign of a true aspirant. Arjuna arrived at this stage and then Krishna gave him the teaching that confers immortality. Yesterday's Thought Date: Monday, November 14, 2011 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Many in this world, even among the learned, do not spend their allotted span of life in the pursuit of the chosen ideals. Hence their earthly lives are like the voyage of a storm-tossed ship that has lost both its anchor and its compass, and is caught in mid-ocean. They are torn between opposing ideals and goals; in their ignorance and fear they say one thing and do another. Meditation will give such people fixity of purpose, courage, and also wisdom. It stills the agitated mind, makes it clear and fills it with joy. The path of meditation will destroy ignorance and grant the individual union with God. -BABA |
2011-11-14
14-11-2011- THOUGHT FOR THE DAY as written at Prasanthi Nilayam Today
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| Date: Monday, November 14, 2011 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Many in this world, even among the learned, do not spend their allotted span of life in the pursuit of the chosen ideals. Hence their earthly lives are like the voyage of a storm-tossed ship that has lost both its anchor and its compass, and is caught in mid-ocean. They are torn between opposing ideals and goals; in their ignorance and fear they say one thing and do another. Meditation will give such people fixity of purpose, courage, and also wisdom. It stills the agitated mind, makes it clear and fills it with joy. The path of meditation will destroy ignorance and grant the individual union with God. -BABA Yesterday's Thought Date: Sunday, November 13, 2011 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY When one has attained the state of realising Divinity in every being, when every instrument of knowledge brings the experience of that Divinity and when It alone is seen, heard, tasted, smelt and touched, man undoubtedly becomes a part of the Body of God and lives in Him and with Him. This path is not laid down or recommended for the extraordinary among men alone. It is within the reach of all, for all have the hunger for God. When this duty to your own progress is taken up, you will get a new strength at the very first step; you will experience a new and purer joy; you will be refreshed by a new holiness. Therefore each person should pursue one's own dharma (individual duty). You should plan your life according to the spiritual foundations of your culture and listen to the voice of God. -BABA | |
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Akhanda Bhajan 2011 culminates with devotional fervour…- Photos -Video: Akhanda Bhajans - Global Akhanda Bhajan 2011
Global Akhanda Bhajan 2011
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Akhanda Bhajan 2011 culminates with devotional fervour…A glittering Sai Kulwant Hall embraced Beloved Bhagawan's 'endearing presence' with a couple of bhajans in His mellifluous voice echoing the holy precints marking the 24 hour non-stop bhajan sadhana, Akhanda Bhajan, this evening here in Prasanthi Nilayam. The two bhajans in Bhagawan's voice were "Hari Bhajan Binaa Sukha Shanthi Nahi…" and "Prema Muditha Manase Kaho Rama Rama Ram…" that summed up the purport of bhajan singing, that should be done with a mind and heart immersed in love for God.  Earlier stundets who spearheaded the entire exercise with devotion and discipline ended their stint ten minutes to the scheduled hour, at 1750, with the customary final bhajan that had been in practice during earlier years in Prasanthi, "Subramaniam Subramaniam…". It was time for Prasadam. Swarms of students spread themselves across the spacious Sai Kulwant, ably assisted by Sevadal volunteers, distributing blessed Prasadam, Tamarind Rice and Sweet Pudding, to the assemblage. Following Bhagawan's injuction to chant the Food Prayer, students soon burst in to "Brahmarpanam…" joined by the entire audience.  The entire exericise aimed at promoting world peace and harmony was a thrilling experience reliving the golden past with Beloved Bhagawan, where He would bless the occasion with His towering physical presence, guiding each and every step, blessing Prasanthi and the entire world with His all conquering love. The 24 hour Bhajans was started in Bangalore in the year 1945 by the eight families that first came to Puttaparthi as a culmination of the year long Thursday Bhajans that they had commenced an year earlier during the time of World War II. When they wrote to Bhagawan seeking permission for the same, Bhagwan blessed the idea, named it Akhanda Bhajan and promised them that He will attend it as well. This grand Spiritual Exercise has been going on uninterrupted ever since. | |
| Saturday, November 12, 2011: Global Akhanda Bhajan 2011 commenced this evening at 1800 hrs. here in Prasanthi Nilayam. When the theme bhajan for this twenty-four hour spiritual exercise, "Akhanda Jyothi Jalaao …Sai Mana Mandir Mein" echoed in Prasanthi, thousands assembled in the resplendent Sai Kulwant Hall joined in chorus sinking in nostalgic memoirs of the golden past when Bhagawan would officiate the Akhanda Bhajan. Bhajans continued with boys and girls from Prasanthi Nilayam and Anantapur Campus sang in alternate turns.. Earlier the bhajans commenced with invocatory Ganesha bhajan, sung with aalap, "Suklambharadaram Vishnum…". An announcement on the Darshan schedules for tonight and tomorrow and about Prasadam at the end of the bhajans was announced before the commencement of the bhajans. Various groups of devotees would sing in turns during the entire night before students once again take over in the morning.  | |
2011-11-13
UPDATE & PHOTOS - Akhanda Bhajan Prasanthi Nilayam 2011
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