Humanity – 108 Divya Desams

International Seminar concludes – Exclusive Summary and Highlights!

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As part of the continuing celebrations of the 1000th birth anniversary of Sri Ramanuja (1017 CE – 1137 CE), an international seminar on his philosophy, social reforms and contributions towards society was organised on 3rd, 4th 5th and 6th of August 2018. The purpose of the seminar was to discuss, enable people to take interest in, and understand the key message of Ramanuja – that all of humanity is equal, in the eyes of the Divine, and we all should live harmoniously serving God, and serving each other.

Almost 40 scholars from many parts of India, and 3 distinguished professors from the USA were invited to the seminar, and they all participated with great enthusiasm. Among the participants were 5 Vice chancellors or former Vice Chancellors of Universities/Institutions, 12 professors and heads of departments from various universities in India, more than a dozen traditional scholars, and many budding young scholars in Ramanuja’s philosophy. 3 professors from the USA, including Francis Clooney, Parkman Professor of Divinity at Harvard University, Jon Paul Sydnor – Chairman of the Department of Theological studies at Emmanuel University, and Professor Gopal Gupta, Associate Professor at University of Evansville also participated and shared the depth of their knowledge about Ramanuja’s contributions.

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Various speakers talked about many topics, including

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The relevance of Ramanuja’s philosophy and teachings in today’s world – particularly in bringing about peace and harmony among all beings; in safeguarding the environment; and in bringing about equality among all human beings
How Ramanuja’s philosophy appeals to the true seeker, regardless of the religious traditions they practice. 2 professors from USA, both of them ordained Christian priests/ministers, talked about how as seekers of truth, they learnt from, and appreciated various aspects of Ramanuja’s philosophy and traditions. They particularly emphasised the universal view point of Ramanuja that allows them to accept many of his teachings, and apply them and become better in their practice as Christians. As one professor mentioned “Ramanuja’s philosophy and what I learn from that allows me to become a better Christian”.
Several technical topics were discussed at great length by great scholars, professors and budding students.

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Hundreds of people observed and learnt from the proceedings, held under the auspices of Sri Sri Sri Tridandi Chinna Srimannarayana Ramanuja Jeeyar Swami, Sri Sri Sri Ahobila Ramanuja Jeeyar Swami, Sri Sri Sri Devanatha Ramanuja Jeeyar Swami and Sriman S.V. Ranga Ramanujacharyulu, Director of JIVA research and publications.

Several questions were raised by the audience and the scholars answered them and helped them learn and utilize Ramanuja’s philosophy to lead a more productive and peaceful life.

Here’s a reaction from a participant sent to our Co-ordinator, Sri Varadan ji,

Dear Varadan,
I have boarded my return flight just now. I must compliment the entire team of organisers for the dedication and cheerful hospitality. It was THE BEST organised event I have ever attended, including the so many corporate professional events that I participated in. My humble pranamams to all of you. Certainly we are all blessed to have an exemplary leader like Chinna Jeeyar Swami!

Another reaction shared with Sriman Hariji –

‘When I step into this JIVA campus, I feel quality! It is beautiful to be here and attend the seminar. I would like to learn more every year by coming here and share a bigger part of the event next year!’– VP, Tech Mahindra

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Detailed highlights of the program are below

The first day started with an inauguration ceremony,inaugural address and Mangalasanam by HH Chinna Jeeyar Swami. The distinguished invitees spoke about the relevance of Ramanuja’s contributions and how important this seminar is, to inculcate the study and practice of Ramanuja’s teachings. Professor Clooney particularly talked about how deeply relevant Ramanuja’s thought and message is in today’s world of chaos, and how the concepts and practice as taught by Ramanuja can be used to build a more harmonious and peaceful world.

The first session was a fantastic session, where Prof M.A. Laksmitatachar swami, founder director of Academy of Sanskrit Research in Melkote and winner of several government awards, talked about how Ramanuja’s teachings are also relevant for taking care of the environment, in addition to philosophy and spiritual advancement. He showed several examples as to how. Prof. M.A. Venkatakrishna, Former head of department of Vaishnavism in University of Madras talked eloquently about how RAmanuja’s thoughts and reforms were appreciated by people from many walks of lives – including Swami Vivekannda, leaders of opposing philosophies, and even a very well known self-declared atheist poet in Tamilnadu Bharatidasan, who very proudly talked about how blessed TamilNadu is for being the birthplace of Ramanuja who brought the possibility of liberation and God to everyone regardless of caste and birth. In addition to these, there were scholarly discussions/presentations on the impact of the great Yamunacharya on Ramanuja’s thought and works – this was a treat to the interested students and scholars present.

The second session was a technical session, where deep discussions on various aspects of RAmanuja’s philosophy were discussed by eminent people, including Professor K E Devanathan, former Vice Chancellor of Sri Venkateswara Vedic University. Professor MA Alwar, professor of Sanskrit in Maharajah Sanskrit College in Mysore talked about how Ramanuja explained and synthesised the concept of Bhakti. It is relevant to note here that Ramanuja is the precursor of all bhakti movements across India. A budding Scholar, Sriman Ranganathan talked in depth about a deeply technical topic in this session.

The first day ended with a traditional sastra charcha in samskrit on a specific sentence in Chandogya Upanishad.

On 4th august, the first session had wonderful information to be shared. Sri Ayee Narasimhan talked about how Ramanuja was influenced by the great works of the Alwars while formalizing his philosophy and how he brought those to practice. Dr K. Anantha of Lal Bahadur Samskrit University, talked about the commentaries written on Sri Bhashya, the commentary written by Ramanuja on Vyasa’s Bramha Sutras. Professor Penna Madhushudhan eloquently talked about the influence of Ramanuja’s thought on Jnana Deva, or Jnaneswhar, a great saint of Maharashtra.

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Second session was headed by Sripada Subramanyam, a renowned scholar who talked in depth about a technical aspect. This session was mostly a technical session, and a brilliant young scholar, Sriman MAnivannan captivated the audience and scholars through his wonderful mastery of a deeply complex work – in fact, the learned professors commented that his speech had so much depth that it could even be a thesis for an advanced degree.

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The first session of the third day was a fantasic session – Professor Francis Clooney of Harvard University eloquently talked about the Nitya grantha, a manual for daily worship, written by Ramanuja. He had translated it in English, and he talked about how this manual brings worship, ritual, meditation, surrender, community all together. Professor Clooney is a Catholic minister, and he talked about the commonalities between his mode of worship, and that present in the Nithya Grantha. In a Q&A session afterwards, he eloquently talked about how one should study other traditions, adopt whatever is acceptable to one’s own path, and respect whatever is different. These sessions also included a talk on the nature of Sri Vaikunta, or Paramapada by a couple of speakers. Professor Bhagavat Sharan Shukla beautifully pointed out the influence of Ramanuja and the similarities between the thoughts of various sampradayas like Madhvacharya sampradaya, Nimbarka Sampradaya, Ramananda Sapmradaya, Chaitanya Sampradaya, and others, with Ramanuja Sampradaya.

Second session on 5th august dealt with technical topics, elaborated beautifully by scholars.

The third session on 5th august dealt with a beautiful explanation of the place of the Universe we inhabit, in Ramanuja’s philosophy by Professor Gopal Gupta of University of Evansville in Indiana, USA. There was a specific speech on the relevance of Ramanuja’s philosophy in today’s world by (retd)Professor K Varadharajan, where he presented how Ramanuja’s teachings are relevant to harmony among all human beings, ecology, administration, politics etc. Professor Jaikant Singh Sharma talked about how Ramanuja influenced Ramananda, and there was another talk on the unique manipravala (2 language) tradition of Ramanuja.

– Research and Publications Team, JIVA asram!

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Why is a Swan (Hamsa) used in temple architecture?

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A hamsa can separate water from milk! It represents satvik quality of people who are able to differentiate between incorrect or unhealthy practices from right ones! Great seers take good attributes of everything around and ignore unnecessary aspects.

An elephant is mighty and exhibits valour. It represents rajasik quality of people who are aggressive and is competitive rather than collective in nature.

A lion is fierce and intense for its food. It represents thamasik quality of people who are only self-centric and do not care for anything else.

Beyond these three is a Lotus flower. It emerges from sticky muddy water, but is a beautiful flower. This represents an extremely great state of people who are amongst all such three qualities but do not get carried into them.

The dynamic fountain therefore is arranged to reflect this amazing set of characteristics of everyone in the world. 8 Lions lie on the bottom-most part, followed by 8 Elephants and then lie 8 Swans. On top of this is a beautiful Lotus in which Bhagavad Ramanuja is seated in honour!

We wanted to update you on the progress of Bhadravedi work which has hamsas being used in window carvings! Enjoy the update on the carving and the progress on the rest exclusively for all our donors and promoters…!

More than 30 trucks of carved material being shipped from Pindwara to the SOE site
Second floor thoranam carving is in polishing state
Bhadravedi door frames work is in progress
Tulasi beads of Bhagavad Ramanuja are being shaped accordingly
Centres of Inspiration, the Divya Desams – excavation and foundation is in progress

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36 Elephants Getting Ready to Drizzle Water for a Pleasant Experience!

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216 Feet Ramanujacharya seated in honour on Padma Peetam is being held by 36 Elephants! These 36 elephants which represent valour and majestic nature are a part of God’s creation. At the same time, the tender and beautiful lotus shaped base is also part of the same God’s creation!

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As Swamiji says, ‘Rough and hard teeth work cohesively with the sensitive and delicate tongue because they work according to your intention. Similarly, rich and poor, educated and illiterate, strong and weak all should work together for one common cause as we all belong to one big family. If parts of the body begin to fight, there is no YOU! Understand the differences and make them unite you for a stronger world!’

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On the 18^th of Jan 2018, several key team members, Jagadish ji, Prasad ji, Mikkey ji, Mr. Woo, and several other designers discussed the mechanism behind the fountain of water that will shower from those 36 Elephants holding the beautiful Lotus. Some decisions regarding the design and details were taken and will be presented to Swamiji for final approval. There was also an in depth discussion on the lighting around Dynamic Fountain, the Speakers (recommended 7.1 system).

All this was based on the original proposal and the direction of Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami.

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Brain Power that ignores Kindness of your Heart is Dangerous

Bharath is a country that is based not only on what a brain is capable of but also on what a heart can give. It is built on the foundations of a kind heart that elevates one to a peaceful state. The Materialistic progress spiritual base can be harmful to society. It is equivalent to AK47 in the hands of a crazy person.

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A mind that focuses only on materials or external growth will become selfish, dominant and can lead to hurting others around. However, when it is bound by a higher goal of spiritual enrichment, collaboration and collective work becomes easier and efficient.

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Around 1000 years ago, Ramanujacharya spread the profound message of Equality, which is quite essential for everyone to believe in so that we don’t fight over supremacy. Today, we would like to revive those ideal thoughts, those great deeds in the form of an inspirational centre. We would like to reinstate those foundations so that the future generations can learn and grow into peace spreading souls!

Inviting one and all to become part of this noble mission that rebuilds us as strong pillars of a great future!

– From the discourse of Sri Swamiji in a gathering at Jubliee Hills, Hyderabad, India

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When can Knowledge become Power?

Punya:mbho:ja vika:sa:ya pa:padhva:ntha kshaya:yacha |
sri:ma:n a:vira bhu:thbhu:mau ra:ma:nuja diva:kara ||

Do you agree that ‘Knowledge is Power’? Yes, But – Knowledge cannot become ‘right power’ until it is used in empowering others. It cannot become ‘right power’ unless it is utilised in transforming one to be ‘giving’. It cannot become ‘right power’ until one realises the limitations of it.

Ramanujacharya had done all the above and therefore, a true Inspiration! He is like that ‘Sun’ who eliminates the ‘darkness’ of ignorance and makes lotus flowers of knowledge ‘blossom’ within us.

Today, Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami visited the Sri Ramanuja Sahasrabdi, SRS site to examine and review the work w.r.t the fountain. This fountain is a physical representation of the sloka above. Swamiji is giving us all an opportunity to ‘shower’ gratitude on Ramanujacharya who shared with us the essence of Knowledge.

Key aspects reviewed by Swamiji include but are not limited to:

Positioning of lotuses
Mechanism behind the opening and closing of the flowers
Emerging and retreating of Ramanujacharya’s deity from the Sun like structure
The finalisation of antique shade for the elements and structures used in the fountain
Control command room under the fountain

Samudrala Ranga Ramanujacharya Garu and Purushottham Rao Garu also accompanied Swamiji. Gopi Garu along with several devotees were along to facilitate the inspection. Chief Architect, Sthapathy – Sriman Prasad garu was along with Swamiji taking feedback to get it incorporated. As always, he was kind enough to share with us all the information on the progress of the site.

Swamiji also distributed delicious sweets to honour and appreciate the work force. HH also wished them well for the upcoming happy festive season of Sankranti. The workforce included the managers, designers, artisans, the craftsmen, the construction engineers, crane operators, security personnel![/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”https://photos.app.goo.gl/mYRtlpcPtuGU5rKy1″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Click Here For More Photos” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ box_shadow_style=”preset6″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

Gratitude and Sharing – A Dream Come True!

We say ‘Thanks’ to someone who has given us a glass of water when we are thirsty. We say, ‘May everything you wish for come true”; ‘thank you’ to someone who has offered you delicious food when you are super hungry. We hug a friend and express gratitude for being with us in hard times. We say thanks to the trees by doing our bit in protecting the environment. We say thanks to the Sun by offering a prayer every morning. We are thankful to everyone and everything around us for keeping us the way we are now.

How about being thankful to Acharya who shared with us the ultimate knowledge of eternal truths? To that Acharya who gave us the knowledge which supports us in leading a happier life here while paving the path to the ultimate goal of the soul?

Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamijji’s dream is to express our gratitude to Bhagavad Ramanujacharya through this wonderful ‘Statue of Equality’ project that spread the message of Ramanujacharya to the entire world for many generations. Lakhs of people who are benefited by the knowledge of Ramanujacharya are participating in the making of this great structure.

Today, as Swami reached the site and looked at the progress of work – His eyes were filled with joy. While HH was mesmerised looking at the Acharyas 216 foot statue, everyone around there got lost into Swamiji’s eyes that were filled with loads of happiness, gratitude and a sense of fullness.

Latest on Swarna Murthi, Bhadravedi, Dynamic Fountain and more..!

Tridandam(the flag pole) and Thirumukham(the face) polishing is complete
Dynamic Fountain erection process has begun
Bhadravedi (the stage on which 216 feet Ramanuja is seated in honour)
192 people are on the job
You can choose to donate for the steps that take you to Bhadravedi, or any other work that is in progress.
Swarna Murthi, 120 Kg Gold Deity of Ramanuja – While the 216 feet high Ramanuja statue is set to invite the entire world to explore eternal truths, the 120 Kg Gold Deity will instil a deep sense of conscious connection with the Supreme power. The Gold Deity is being placed for letting us offer daily worship to thank HIM for elaborating on eternal truths in clarity!

The order for the Murthi needs to be placed in the next couple of weeks. If you would like your gold to the murthi, please donate now. Take pride for contributing to a cause that marks true knowledge on eternal truths!

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News of Statue of Equality steps into Albany, NY, USA!

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His Holiness graced the event organised by JET Albany Chapter in support of Statue of Equality . Dignitaries Kathy Sheehan Hon Mayor of Albany City, Jeff Quain, Capital Region Representative and Phil Barrett, Town Supervisor- Albany and other community leaders not only embraced Swamiji’s message of equality, but also encouraged the society at large to take part in the same. Many children and youth were inspired by the greatness of Ramanuja, and went out of their way to donate for equality!

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Yudhishtar and Dhuryodhan – Both were given an assignment – How did they perform?

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Guru asked Yudhishtar to go around the kingdom and get the list of bad people. Guru asked Dhuryodhan also to go around the kingdom and get the list of good people.

Guess what? Both returned with empty lists. Neither Yudhishtar found a single bad person nor Dhuryodhan found a single good person in the same kingdom.

It is the eye with which you see a fellow being that makes you identify him as good and bad.

A good heart increases your ability to see the pains and agonies in the people around you. Bhagavad Ramanujacharya was blessed with such a good heart that he could not take the pain of anyone around him. He understood the feelings of a person without having to be explicitly stated. He gave away the greatest secrets and the best of the knowledge as soon as he discovered that it will help people alleviate from miseries. He came forward to help everyone’s socio-economic status by enriching their knowledge levels and worked towards giving opportunities to grow.

Several leaders such as Martin Luther King, Nelson Madela, Abhrahim Lincoln had good hearts that enabled them to see pains of their communities and lifted them up.

Bhagavad Ramanujacharya looked upon everyone as equal in the Eyes of Lord and therefore everyone deserved the best.

Gurus such as Ramanujacharya maintain their purity while still living in this egotistic world. They bless us with good virtues and uplift us to greater extents. They act as magnets. If an iron piece is connected to the magnet, it will begin to possess the abilities of the magnet. Similarly as long we are connected to such Gurus, our abilities to do good work, to serve the world will increase.

Let us rise to the occasion of remembering such an inspiring Guru and take part in completing our project, Statue of Equality as a token of gratitude for HIS benevolence!

– From the discourse of Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami in Houston, USA on 26^th Nov’2018

HH Swamiji is travelling over many places in the USA such as New Jersey, Florida, South Carolina, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas and many others to spread the wisdom as given by the greatest spiritual leader and social reformer – Bhagavad Ramanujacharya!

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Polishing of the Statue underway and Dynamic Fountain work picks up pace!

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Highlights of the recent work at the SRS (Sri Ramanujaj Sahasrabdi) site:

Installation of copper plates for the Tridandam is complete
Polishing of the Tridandam is in progress
The secondary polish of the 10^th to 12^th level of the body, thirumeni is complete
Additional workforce reaching the site to pick up on Dynamic Fountain job
Provider gave 8 options with pros and cons for the Dynamic Mountain
More than 7,500 sq. metres of construction complete for Bhadravedi Complex, area under the Statue
108 Divya Desams – Few aspirants have come forward to take up 4 Divya Desams construction
Lighting in Bhadravedi – Electrical work is in progress; about 65% complete

This extremely humongous effort initiated by Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami is unimaginable for many saints, scholars, leaders, and professionals in all areas. Many of them say, ‘It is becoming a reality because of the pure intent of Sri Swamiji and the resulting selfless benefits of the endeavour.’ However, Swamiji always says, ‘The project belongs to everyone and it is a result of the contribution of everyone.’

For a non-profit organisation which runs from the funds of donors, it is quite a challenging task to even dream about such an amazing project. But, for Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami – the goal is clear and uncompromising primarily because He understands the immeasurable value of wisdom and the path laid out by Bhagavad Ramanujacharya. His Holiness aims to pass on the same wisdom to future generations and thereby preserving our true identity and the vision of Vedam. This project will stand unique and become an icon of Pride to the nation, mankind and to the entire existence.

Don’t you agree that it is our duty to take part in this effort as we all are reaping the benefits of the great wisdom shared by Bhagavad Ramanujacharya?

We thank all the existing donors and would like them all to share this opportunity with friends and family. Let’s not wait and continue to contribute more!

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‘Swami reaches USA and explains – Unseen relationship between the Soul and Supreme as unveiled by Ramanujacharya’

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*Hundreds of aspirants and devotees poured in to receive Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji with so much admiration in New Jersey, USA. The pilot being inspired by a simple conversation he had in the flight continued along with Swamiji to stay in the asram at New Jersey!

Swamiji talked about ‘Statue of Equality’ and awed the audience with the power of Ramanujacharya’s message. HH explained how Bhagavad Ramanujacharya unveiled the unseen relationship between us and the God. Vedic lore, be it Upanishads, Smrithis, Ithihasa, Agama have all established the relationship between the Soul and the Supreme to be eternal. This relationship bonds us all together beautifully. It says that we are all equal in the eyes of that one Supreme!

In remembering this great personality throughout His Millennium birth year, Swamiji has been spreading the message throughout the world. HH talked about Statue of Equality project and announced a few details on the upcoming inauguration in April’2018.

HH invited everyone to volunteer, sponsor, and participate actively as it is a great opportunity to be involved in this magnificent project that will serve as a centre of educating values of life on the basis of Vedas, the source of all knowledge!

❃ 120 KG Gold Deity for daily worship begins on April 1^st – Contribute in the making of the Murthi!
❃ Lakshmi Narayana Havan with 1000 Kundas from the April 2^nd to April 14^th with about 5000 priests – Sponsor for a Kundam!
❃ Vadyanjali, Raganjali, Nrityanjali, and more with 1000s of participants
❃ About 250 Crore spent on the project, 150 Crore required to complete Phase 1 (by March’2018)

It may be a question to everyone, does Ramanujacharya expect a gold deity or a project costing crores? Swamiji said, ‘This is a project that will support and inspire the current generation with his valuable teachings. It is for the benefit of future generations who will need a direction as set by Vedic principles for a chaos-free mind, balanced life style, a clear path to bliss, an experience of a beautiful bond with Acharya, living in harmony and more’.

Trina loshta asma kanchana ha – For Bhagavad Ramanucharya, gold or grass value the same! But for all of us, we see the difference between the two. And hence, we choose what we feel is the most valuable to offer as a mark of reverence. It is the least that we can do to offer gratitude for Bhagavad Ramanujacharya whose teachings are so critical for our enrichment!

– From the talk of Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami, New Jersey, USA

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