An Appeal to Chinmaya Family Members !!

To

Chinmaya Family members:

Hari Om! Salutations !

Chinmaya Mission, Madurai is a unit of the Global Chinmaya Mission founded by Poojya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda. It has a well-spread network of Mission centers, Schools, Hospitals, Old age homes and Rural development projects. The mission is committed to spread the spiritual values through regular discourses and various spiritual activities covering all age groups.

We are happy to inform you that the Global head of Chinmaya Mission, H.H.Swami Tejomayananda is visiting Madurai, to deliver a series of spiritual talks on Bhagavad Gita, Chapter-12 (Geeta Gyana yagna) in English from 21^st to 25^th January, 2011, at Setupathi High School grounds.. Swamiji is known all over the world for his inspiring talks. He has authored many books on Vedantic scriptures stressing the values relevant to purposeful living.

We fondly hope that an audience of 1500 to 2000 would be benefited by his talks. We have decided to bring about a souvenir on Bagavad Gita during this momentous event. We request you to extend all possible assistance and "Yagna sponsorship" as in the past. We also look forward for your active participation and presence at yagnasala.

We would like to contact you personally or over phone or thro' E.mail to brief you this event any time, you feel convenient.

Thanking you,

At His feet

Swami Sivayogananda

Acharya- Chinmaya Mission, Madurai.

Ph: 0453-2384012, 3268602

SUCCESS beyond SUCCESS..19.12.10 to 22.12.10

The closing of the year was so serene at Chinmaya Mission, Madurai.

At the wake of ‘Uthrayanam’, Swami Sivayoganandha along with the trustees. arranged for ‘Gnana Yagna’ of Amritha Bindu Upanishad and ‘Sthitha Prjna Lakshna’ of Bagavad Gita II Chapter.

The Yagna was conducted by Swami Mitranandha, Acharya, Chinmaya Mission Chennai. from 19.12.2010 to 22.12.2010, at Setupathi High School, Madurai..

Few Nectar drops from Upanishad

When the mind is active, one sees the world. When the mind is quite, one sees the god.

· You are the center of ‘Brahman’ which cannot be measured. Heart of the universe is you realize.

· As the moon is seen as many in the puddles of water. See the ‘One’ in many.

· You are the ‘self’ made of body and mind, ‘self’ is conscious.

· The purpose of chanting ‘Om’is to drop other sounds.

· Meditation is stillness of the mind and not eyes closed.

Drop of Wisdom on Sthitha Prajna Lakshna

· Dependence is the signs of insecurity. This doesn't bring happiness.

· Independence, detachment, fearlessness and agelessness are ‘Sthitha Prajna Lakshna’.

· ‘Muni’ is one, who after sufficient contemplation, is ready to tread the path. He is steadfast.

· Ignorance is the cause of fear. Knowledge is the solution.

· As the tortoise walks in alertness, learn to withdraw from the sensual pleasures.

· ‘No’ should be strong.

· When one is committed for something higher, the sense organs are controlled.

· Desire leads to anger, delusion, lost memory and finally lose wisdom.

· Be aware of your likes and dislikes. Stay in that awareness.

· Practice detachment.

· It is a value to keep the mind in tranquil.

· Thus the wise is careless of the world. They are careful of the lord.

Thus the four days went on in listening, contemplating & experiencing the supreme Bliss ! Our gratitude to Gurudev for walking us from ignorance through these spiritual stalwarts of Chinmaya mission has no bounds.....

H. H. Swami Mitrananda Talks at Madurai

Discourse at Sringeri Mutt, Madurai

*Swami Sivayogananda, Acharya of Chinmaya Mission, conducted, ‘Gnana Yajna’ on ‘Viveka Choodamani’, from 6.12.10 to 12.12.10, at Sringeri Mutt, Madurai..

Our pranams to Sri Adi Sankara.. . He lived only for 32 years, but whose works are so great that it is hard to understand , master and practice even in 32 births. Make a beginning right now…

The points in a nutshell…

·Rarest of the rare is the ‘human’ birth, which helps for ‘Athma Gnanam’. A priceless diamond is inside. So realize the purpose of human existence.

·This human birth is a treasure given by Divine compassion. Do not squander this opportunity.

·The intellect - the buddhi, so bright & sharp is yet an another gift of Divine.

·Participating in ‘satsang’, listening to Bagavad Gita, and Upanishads will make one’s mind pure & serene.

·What is listened will disturb buddhi. This is a positive disturbance.

·To be in the proximity of a Guru gives an inner strength to a spiritual seeker.

·The Guru sees no one’s strength & weakness, but only the Divine in him. By his sight, the sleeping ‘chit’ is awakened.

·Be in tune with the instruction of the Guru.

·Once such an experience is gained, and then one can be assured of being in the right path.

·Every experience is bound by time. So make an earnest effort to speed up the progress.

·So give up ! (realizing the limitations of material comforts)… to get up ! (to spiritual realization)…

HARI OM.

"Success beyond Success" Talk by Swami Mitrananda

VANAPRASTHA CAMP !

Indeed this was a special session, as we were able to visualize the Divine Beauty of Sri Krishna, beyond words... The art of meditating on Him is ‘Vishnu Dhyanam’. said by Kapila Muni to his mother Devahuti.

The gist of the discourse by Acharya Swami Sivayogananda, on the occasion of the 'Vanaprstha Camp' at Chinmaya Mission, Madurai on Nov.28 (Sunday)

· Every aspect of the Lord is Divine.

· He is ‘blue’as the infinity is equated to blue.

· His golden yellow robe, made of pure silk,is so soft & shining.

· The glossy white ‘vaidehi mala’ adorns his chest.

· The well-knitted scented flowers of the forest attracts the humming bees as it sways on His shoulder.

· The tiny bell sounds of His bracelets &anklets are the music to all souls.

· Thus when the Lord appears in Supreme Manifestation, the world disappears to the seer.

· Then the gnani is fully awakened& his faculty becomes quiet.

· This unparalleled darshan of the Lord,is what one should long for.

· Meditate on the real Lord & not on the statue.

· As long as you are rooted in the Earth, karmas are there.

· Rise above the earthly consciousness to the next plane. Then it is Divinity.

· One always relishes what he owns, so own Him.

· Meditate on His lotus feet. Visualise His nails beautifully cut in crescent form.

· The light that emerges from His nails,will destroy the darkness of our heart.

· As you keep meditating on Him, mind becomes one with the Lord.

· Get firmly established on that state.

An Appeal to Chinmaya Family Members !!

Holy Transit...

Hundreds of Devotees thronged Sri Dakshinamoorthy Sannadhi at Chinmaya Mission, Madurai, on Sunday (21.11.2010) for the "Guru Peyarchi" to offer prayers... The Guru peyarchi time was 10.54 as per almanac on Sunday night, but Devotees began arriving from as early as 6 a.m., to Chinmaya Mission, in spite of rains !

The poojas started at 7 a.m. with Vigneswara pooja and Ganapathy Homan followed by Navagraha Homam, Guru Dakshinamoorthy Moola Mandhra Homam, Abishekam and ends with special Aarthy . Guru Dakshinamoorthy was beautifully decorated with flowers, on this special event. Prasadams were distributed to the devotees..

Evening at 5 p.m. Dakshinamoorthy Sahasranama archana and Aarthy were performed ... pooja prasadams were presented to the visitors.. Large number of women and children were also participated among the devotees...

Mahabaratha Gnana Yajna - Tirunagar, Madurai

All are Invited .........

Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda's visit to Madurai - 1988

Photos from the archieves of Chinmaya Mission, Madurai..

Sri Sri Sivanandamoorthy visit to Chinmaya Mission, Madurai...

Sri Sri Sivanandamoorthy

of Vizag, visited Chinmaya Mission, Madurai, with the members of the Andhra Music Academy and performed Siva Pooja at Sri Dakshinamoorthy's Sannadhi...A large number of devotees and public were attended the Satsang, that held, after the pooja ...a small music performance was given by the members of the Music Academy, in the sannadhi...A music concert was also arranged at Sri Meenakshi Temple also...

An Invitation to Chinmaya Family !

Chinmaya Seva Trust - Deepavali Gift to Children.....

Chinmaya Seva Trust, Madurai, has organized a function at Sevashram, Madurai, in co-ordination with Bhakthar Peravai and the Rotary Club of Madurai North West, on October 31, (Sunday) to distribute free ’ Deepavali Dresses ’ to the inmates of the Ashram.

Sri T, Thilagar, Secretary, welcomed the gathering…Shri Pitchaimani, Auditor, Sri Gopalsamy, Joint Secretary, and Sri Krishnamoorthy, Treassurer, distributed the Dresses nearly to the 150 inmates of the Ashram... After brief addresses, by the Rotary Club and Bhakthar Peravai members, the students enjoyed the sumptuous dinner and the crackers! Members of Chinmaya Mission also participated, in this happy event.

The students and also the Sevashram authorities, thanked Acharya Swami Sivayogananda and Chinmaya Seva Trust, Madurai, for this gesture, on the eve of Deeepavali, every year

Guru Peyarchi - 2010

All are Invited ....

Gita Chanting Competition - 2010

"GCC 2010 Finals & Prize Distribution Function"

'The Viboothi Yoga' - X Chapter of ‘Bagavad Gita’ was chanted in unison with great devotion by the participants of 'Gita chanting Competition' held on the most auspicious day - Vijayadasami Day, in Setupathy Hr.Sec.School, Madurai, on 17.10.2010.

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Presided by Sri. M.S.Meenakshisundaram, the President of the 'Chinmaya Mission', the function started with lighting of 'Mangala vilakku' by Mrs. Padmalakshmi Seetharaman. Sri Gopalsamy Co-ordinator of the event, presented the report, while Acharya Sivayogananda, explained the details of the Competition. Lion Sri. SP. Annamalai, (Past Lions Governor) in his inaugural address, felicitated the sacred task of the Mission & the parents who play a vital role in motivating their wards. 'A right works in the right direction'..

Quarterly Magazine of Chinmaya Mission, Madurai, 'Chinmaya Meenakshi' was also released on this occasion.

The Prize Distribution Function was at 3 pm & the winners received fabulous I, II and III prizes (Titan Watches & Books) among thundering applaud, from Sri N. Srinivasan Exe. Director, M/s Reyvish Associates, Sri R. Premkumar, Premraj Furniture and Auditor Sri G. Pitchaimani. respectively. The participant schools, school co-ordinators, Judges, and sevaks, were also honored with the mementoes...Swami Sivayogananda in his key-note address gave the essence of the X chapter, of Sri Bagavad Gita.

The students & parents buzzing around the campus, bee-lining the book-stall, enjoying the grand lunch, and the Mission members, CHYKS & Devi group cascading the whole event was a feast to the eyes.

The Acharya exempted none in his acknowledgment. All the sponsors & donors were the special people to be thanked. Sri Krishnamoorthy, Treasurer, thanked all the people, behind the success of this project. The programme came to an end, with due reverence to Poojya Gurudev by reciting the pledge.

Navarathiri Celebrations - Oct. 2010

‘Navarathri’ the worship of ‘Trisakthi’ – Durga, Lakshmi & Saraswathi is followed with fervor all over India & abroad.

As quoted by Swami Tejomayanandaji.. ”Music is a means of worshipping the Lord, who is present in the hearts of all beings, all the listeners too…”, the ‘Devi’ and ‘Balvihar’ groups of Chinmaya Mission, under the guidance of Swami Sivayogananda, made elaborate arrangements for all the nine days., from Nov. 8 to 16, to perform the Music Concerts, in ‘Chinmaya Meenakshi,’ Madurai.

Young artists in ‘Vocal’, ‘Mruthangam’, Dance & Instruments, were encouraged. Their performance was a feast to the eyes & ears. Enriching ‘Golu’., enlightening ‘Jyothirlingams’ and enticing township with a hill-temple., ‘Azhagar’ festival and so on, were arranged along with CHYKS & Balavihar kids.

The presiding deity, Sri Dakshinamoorthy presented Himself as ‘Saradha’, as a symbol of wisdom took the audience by surprise!

Saraswathi Pooja day & Vijayadasami Day were also hectic with finals of ‘Gita Chanting’ Competitions.

Large number of devotees and public, were attended the celebrations, in all the nine days…Be it receiving the audience or bading farewell, was carried out true to our Indian culture and rich tradition.