The Sacred Five-Metal Alloy (pancha-loha) Deity-Making Begins

The Sacred Five-Metal Alloy (pancha-loha) Deity-Making Begins

Our actions reflect ‘who’ we are in terms of identity. Our dressing reflects ‘what’ we are in terms of our choices and beliefs. Our words reflect ‘where’ we are in terms of mental maturity.  What about for the Deities of God in temples? What is the significance of the...
God as Deity, in the eyes of Acharya

God as Deity, in the eyes of Acharya

Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji reviewed the carving of each Deity of the 108 Divya Desams. The architect team have taken the feedback from Swamiji and are incorporating them. The team said, “Whenever Swamiji gives us any feedback, it not only improves our work at physical...
Science of the Inner Sanctum of a Temple!

Science of the Inner Sanctum of a Temple!

Imagine stepping in and walking closer and closer to the inner sanctum of an authentic temple, it gives a very peaceful, energising and pious feel, doesn’t it? Imagine 108 such temples (Divya Desams, Centres of Inspiration), each one depicting rich history, vibrant...
Don’t just watch, Do your bit – The Squirrel in Rama Katha!

Don’t just watch, Do your bit – The Squirrel in Rama Katha!

‘ధనం ఉన్న వారు కాదు పెద్ద మనుషులు, పెద్ద మనసు ఉన్న వారు నిజమయిన పెద్ద మనుషులు’, said Sri Ahobila Ramanuja Jeeyar Swami. On a mission to invite everyone and spread the word of Ramanujacharya, Sri Ahobila Ramanuja Jeeyar Swami went to Pedha Shahpur thanda near  the JIVA...