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Warrier's Collage 21082020 : Symbolism in Mythology Today's Theme Courtesy : Vathsala Jayaraman From the several stories and discourses on Symbolism in Mythology, only some introductory articles have been included. When free, please listen to the interesting talk on "Symbolism in Bhagavad-Gita" (YouTube link given below) M G Warrier Symbolism in Bhagavad-Gita https://youtu.be/5CfAY8tGEmQ A focused, effective, convincing discourse. A Interaction 1) R Jayakumar " The Collage provides many literary articles contributed by its readers which make it more interesting. In today's Collage, I liked reading the short write up by Shri Babusenan on Sangha Poetry. I studied Tamil literature only upto high school level. From Eighth to Eleventh Standard, there was more emphasis on the Sangam period as this period helped greatly for the growth of Tamil literature. Tamil was as popular in use as Sanskrit. Shri Babusenan's explanation of the period, though in shor...

Prayer https://youtu.be/nwI7njExM Samnyasa... Those who find the recitation of Manthras uncomfortable, please mute the voice and glance through the meaning of these Manthras. I'm just thrilled to know about the understanding of the Universe our forefathers had! Warrier's Collage 20082020. : Kaliyuga "Someone is waiting..." : Please see D1. D2 is also interesting. M G Warrier A Interaction K S Iyer " Desires, how do these come? Our mind gets information through our senses. Information trigger the thoughts, which in turn kindle emotions. The emotions, when become stronger take the form of desires. So long senses are connected to the world, desires are inevitable. Here, Maharishi Patanjali has given the yogic practice Pratyahara to control the senses and the mind is directed inwardly. We must learn to moralize the desires that the practice of the Pratyahara would be easier." (More responses included under C Readers Write-Collage) B Mythology : Kaliy...

Warrier's Collage 19082020 : India's Heritage https://youtu.be/jWRjiruJ5iw Sarvapriyananda on managing desires Today also, only select responses have been included. M G Warrier A Interaction 1) K Ramasubramanian " Good one by Shri CVS. Sadguru says that differences are everywhere and are natural. Complications arise when discrimination is made of differences. Accept differences, do not evaluate, but enquire to understand . This is his way of approach." 2) Vathsala Jayaraman " I am reminded of a shloka in this connection : "Upama Kalidasaya Bharaverartha Gauravam. Dandinah padalaalityam Maghe santhi trayo Gunaha" Meaning Kalidasa was famous for similies, Bharavi was known for significant contents. Dandin's literary beauty (expression of beautiful words) was exemplary. But all the three traits are alive in a single post, Magha. This may be the opinion of modern Sanskrit scholars. Vathsala Jayarama...

Prayer https://youtu.be/pXTW8caalUw Shankaracharya's Shivaparadha Kshamapana Stotram Warrier's Collage 18082020 : Kautilya's Artha Shastra Good Morning Happy to find that Collage is becoming more interactive. Many thanks to all of you. The two' real life experiences shared by Dr Surendran (D1) have relevance in the current C19 context. Though little scaring, the message is significant. M G Warrier A Interaction 1) V T Panchapagesan, Chennai " Feelings and Emotions are varying factors from Time to Time. One has to control it from its root to Reality... Desire Anger Delusion Greed Arrogance Envy Fear. Be Well, V. T. Panchapagesan" 2) C V Subbaraman, Mysuru " As usual V Babusenan's piece was informative and interesting. On the issue of who was greater between Kalidasa and Dandin, Bhoja sought the answer from the Devi. (Some say Saraswati and some others Kaali, though this is not important in the context). Indeed the Devi said, "Kavird...

Warrier's Collage 17082020 : Real Freedom Prayer https://youtu.be/EV7L9s0E6Pc Stanza 27 from Shankaracharya's Saundaryalahari. Please see D1 for notes. Good Morning At different stages in life and in different situations, our perception of freedom keeps changing. Collage helps you to make a beginning, if you have not thought about real freedom yet. Today's subject credit goes to Shyamala Mohan's observations under interaction at A3. Those who are accessing Instagram, please see the link @ F (Art : Reshmy Warrier) M G Warrier A Interaction : Select Responses* 1) E T Rajendran " Happy Independence Day. This special day feast is very marvellous and delicious. Appreciate the great efforts behind it.” 2) Jyothilakshmi, Chennai " With reference to the article "samasya pooranam", by Mr Babusenan, I am wondering about what might have happened to Kalidasa after he was 'nicely poisoned' by the lady hostess. Pardon my ignorance. But very ...

Tryst with destiny : https://youtu.be/lrEkYscgbqE https://youtu.be/Bh26zOjIh9I Jawaharlal Nehru's speech on first Independence Day eve and National Anthem. Good Morning Let's move forward. Independence Day Greetings and Prayers. Have feel of Independence Day, 1957 at my school (Kadathanad Raja's High School, Purameri) @ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/readersblog/warriersviews/independence-day-1957-at-krhs-purameri-24552/ and please proceed to Collage. M G Warrier M 134 Warrier's Collage 15082020 : Tryst with destiny A Interaction 1) R Jayakumar " Bard of Bengal' is a very interesting and deserving tribute to Rabindranath Tagore on his 79th death anniversary. His dream of achieving a progressive India with freedom, education for all, respect for all can be achieved only if another Tagore like him appear in our midst now. Thanks for forwarding the article along with your comments. R Jayakumar" (Article link @ C below) 2) Dr T V Surendran ...

An 80 year old lady meets Lord Krishna https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ItQ_uCxVJgYzhDVwCOgAuZ-JdoSjexrk/view?usp=drivesdk Those who can't follow Tamil may please mute the voice, still easy to follow, I think. Collage depends on its readers for its contents. Daily themes are not pre-decided. Readers include all age groups, several professions and senior citizens. Readers are encouraged to share Collage with like-minded people and if comfortable, share the feedback, for the benefit of other readers. Collage will focus on Independence Day on August 15, 2020 and take a holiday on Sunday, August 16, 2020. M G Warrier Warrier's Collage 14082020 : Seniors' Community Living A Interaction 1) V T Panchapagesan, Ex-RBI, Chennai "In today’s mundane world one has to understand very Basic fundamental thing with good ethics and character To proceed further towards learning. I have to respect and you have to reciprocate, creating Harmony to begin with.. Then only we ...