Sri Sri Jagadguru Shankaracharya Mahasamsthanam, Dakshinamanaya Sri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri



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Commemorating Sri Shankara Jayanti and 50 Years of Veda Poshaka Sabha: A Divine Celebration

Sringeri May 10, 2024

The Sri Shankara Jayanti Mahotsava and the momentous 50th-year celebrations of the Veda Poshaka Sabha unfolded with unparalleled grandeur and spiritual fervor from commencing on May 9, 2024. The festivities were marked by a series of sacred rituals, enlightening discourses, and soul-stirring recitations, encapsulating the essence of devotion and wisdom.

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Day 1

Embarking on a Divine Journey The inaugural day of the celebrations commenced with solemnity and devotion. The highlight of the day was the Mahanyasa Poorvaka Shatarudrabhisheka performed to the divine Murti of Sri Adi Shankaracharya. This intricate ritual, steeped in tradition and symbolism, invoked blessings and sanctity, setting the tone for the jubilant proceedings ahead.

Following this auspicious ceremony, devotees participated in the Sahasranama Archana, offering thousandfold salutations to the revered saint. The atmosphere reverberated with the chanting of hymns and prayers, echoing the timeless devotion to the Adi Shankaracharya.

The day unfolded with the Parayana of the four Vedas, a poignant homage to the ancient scriptures that form the cornerstone of Hindu philosophy. As devotees immersed themselves in the sacred verses, the air was imbued with spiritual energy, transcending worldly boundaries.

The festivities reached a crescendo with the recitation of the Prasthanatraya Bhashya, Vidyaranya Veda Bhashya, and Sri Madhaviya Shankara Digvijaya. These profound texts, elucidating the teachings and exploits of Adi Shankaracharya, served as guiding beacons for seekers of truth and knowledge.

As dusk descended, the evening unfolded with a mesmerizing recital of the Vedas, resonating with divine vibrations that uplifted the soul. The spotlight then shifted to an enlightening exposition of the Sri Madhaviya Shankara Digvijaya by the esteemed Vidwan Sri Rajeshwara Deshmukh. His erudition and insights illuminated the spiritual legacy of Adi Shankaracharya, inspiring reverence and admiration among the audience.

The day concluded with Mahamangala Arati, a ritualistic offering of light symbolizing the triumph of wisdom over ignorance. The divine presence of Jagadguru Sri Sri Vidhushekhara Bharati Sannidhanam infused the gathering with a sense of blessedness and grace, culminating in Ashtavadhana Seva and Niranjanam, symbolizing surrender and devotion to the eternal truth.

The celebrations of Sri Shankara Jayanti and the golden jubilee of the Veda Poshaka Sabha transcended mere festivities, embodying a spiritual odyssey of devotion, knowledge, and reverence. As devotees dispersed, their hearts resonated with the sacred chants and profound teachings, reaffirming their commitment to the eternal legacy of Adi Shankaracharya. May the divine blessings showered during these auspicious days continue to guide and illuminate our lives, inspiring us to tread the path of righteousness and enlightenment.

 
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  • An object continues to be dear as long as one derives pleasure from it and it is detested for the duration that it causes pain. The same object cannot be always liked or disliked. Sometimes, that which is not dear may become dear. Moreover, that which was loveable can turn unpleasant. The Atma, towards which affection never wanes, is always the most beloved. Jagadguru Sri Adi Shankara Bhagavatpada on Shatashloki
  • Blessings are the monopoly of God and we must all pray for his gracious blessings. Jagadguru Sri Chandrashekhara Bharati Mahaswamigal on Significance of God
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