Vedic Shravani vidhi
Thousands of hindus participated in Shravani Vidhi at Tapobhoomi
Vedic Shravani vidhi, most prominent ritual of Hinduism celebrated with immense joy and sanctity by Shree Datta Padmanabh Peeth, Spiritual Core of Goa at Shree Kshetra Tapobhoomi Kundaim.
Displaying the rich cultural heritage a massive hindu congregation gathered on the cordial invitation of the Peethadhishwar Dharmabhushan Sadguru Brahmeshanandacharya Swamiji, showing their love and respect towards the Spiritual Guru.
The sacred function was held on 25th August 2018 as the day hold supreme importance in Hindu calendar being the day with Shravani Nakshtra of Shravan month. Rituals like donning the divine sacred thread- Yadnyopavit, Tarpan, Gomai snan, Mruttika snan, homam, Yama Prarthana etc were performed by the men. Married women performed Sabhadeep daan for longevity and prosperity of the family.
Sadguruji emphasised the significance of Brahmasutra (Yadnopavit) i.e. locally termed as ‘janave’ as the most strong divine thread that has survived for thousands of years and the real power of Hinduism lies within this sutra and upon donning this thread around the chest, men inherits all the rights to perform the vidhis & pooja prescribed in Hindu scriptures.
“This thread is the medium to unite all Hindus irrespective of caste & creed. Its the unity & love amidst the Hindus that is going to empower the nation and entire mankind. A very fortunate scenario witnessed in Goa where the young generation is attracted towards the sanatan dharma and the youth have willingly performed the vidhi with pride and happiness.” said Sadguruji.
The ceremony marked august presence of Saint Mahamandaleshwar Swami Yatindranath Giri- Juna Akhada. He appreciated the rich tradition of ‘Guru -Disciple’ lineage of Goans & their display of vedic culture even in advanced modern era. The other eminent guests Goa Legislative Assembly Honorable Speaker Dr Pramod Sawantji & Housing and Development Minister Shri Jayesh Salgaonkar expressed their love towards Dharma on this occasion. Also was the distinguished presence of special guests from Delhi Mrs Anuradha Singh, Actress Ms Poonam Zaver & Mr Harsh Gupta. The main host for vidhi were the blessed couples Mr & Mrs Mayur Ulhas Shirodkar and Mr & Mrs Guruprasad Borkar. The function was well compered by Adv Shriraj Shelar.
Unity is the key to the development of the nation – Sadguru Brahmeshanandacharya Swamij
Religion is associated with human’s day today life.The idea behind religion is to establish peace, independence, equality and other factors in the society which are favourable for the developmemt of the nation.One must know this motive of religion and act accordingly. When the religious teachings turn into actions, love and peace prosper in the society.It is important that every induvidual thinks for the developement the sociery.” said International Spiritual leader, Shree Datta Padmanabh Peeth Peethadhishwar H.H.Sadguru Brahmeshanandacharya Swamiji during Human Welfare Board meet held in New Delhi on 28th August 2018.
Shri Vishwanand Maharaj- Swaminarayan Sampraday, Prof. R.S. Tripathi – Andra pradesh Tirupati Swamiji, Pandit Ratnalal Shah – Digambar Samaj, Sardar Nanak Singh, Vishweshwar Upadhyay, Mandakini didima – Vrunadavan and other thinkers from India also participated in the meet.