Chantings & Discourses

We are happy to announce Shree Vasudha Swamini’s online talks on Upadesa Sarah. This book by Bhagvan Ramana Maharishi is the essence of all spiritual teaching and one of the most popular Vedantic texts, which explains the paths of Karmayoga, Dhyanayoga, Bhaktiyoga and Jnanayoga, and how they lead to the final goal of Self Knowledge.
The flyer attached, has all the details of the program. Interested persons may kindly register at the earliest.

For registrations please contact: 9321374344 or 9867279866

The discourse on the thirteenth chapter Kshetra Kshetrajna Vibhaga by Swamini Shree Vasudhaji at the VVF Centre was attended both online and offline by many students. Swaminiji explained the verses in detail about Kshetra and Kshetrajna. Kshetra is the field of experience and Kshetrajna is the knower of the field. The chapter establishes that Kshetrajna, the Self in all, is none other than Bhagwan. One who recognises this, ie, the one who sees Bhagwan as the same knower in all beings is a realized person. The chapter also tells us about the real virtues termed as Jnanam which are but spiritual practices to be followed by a seeker. For a person practising these virtues, Self Knowledge becomes easy to gain, because his mind is already purified by these sadhanas. Everyone felt blessed to listen to these profound teachings, which Swaminiji described as nothing short of Upanishad.

Start the year right’ the event at VVF centre, on the evening of 31st Dec, 2023 is an exercise done by the participants to shun the negative qualities under the guidance of Sadhvi Shree Vasudhaji.

This gathering began with a reverent Ganesh Vandana and chanting of Ganapathi Atharvaseersham, setting a spiritual tone for the evening. Vasudhaji encouraged the participants to identify, list and pen down their negative traits, such as anger, greed, and jealousy, which hinder spiritual growth. As explained by her, the purpose of the exercise is to create space for positive qualities to enter.

An Agni kund was setup where Maa Durga was invoked in the form of Agni. Each participant offered his/her list of negative qualities into the Agni kund. Blessings were bestowed upon the participants by Vasudhaji to fulfill their spiritual aspirations. Vasudhaji and some of the participants sang beautiful and melodious bhajans that made the atmosphere serene and pious.

 

Guru Puja ceremony, graced by the spiritual presence of Shree Vasudhaa Swaminiji on March 17, 2024 and led by Panditji  through traditional rituals and soul-soothing chants by the devotees, created an aura of bliss. 

The Guru Tatvam

According to Advaita Vedanta, the Guru Tatvam is without any discernible form. It delves into the essence of the guru principle itself.

This Guru Tatvam represents the transcendental aspect of consciousness or the ultimate reality (Nirgun Brahman). It is the unmanifested source of all knowledge, wisdom, and guidance which exists within every being. It is the substratum of existence from which all manifestations arise. One needs to connect with this formless guru within themselves. By quieting the mind and turning inward, one can access this inner guidance.

As this is abstract for many seekers, we require an idol representation (Sagun Brahman) which can help us connect easily. Lord Dattatreya Bhagwan, represents the Creator, Sustainer and Destroyer and also is an embodiment of all Gurus. Hence, we perform Guru Pooja for Lord Dattatreya, on the 3rd Sunday of every month, at our VVF centre. May He bless us in attaining the true nature of ourselves soon.

HAPPENINGS

An initiative under the guidance of Swamini Shree Vasudhaji, commenced on the 1st of February 2024, to combat the malnourishment observed in the majority of the children at Shiravane.
This is a three faceted initiative, the first is to serve nutritious dinner consistently to the children of this area.
Secondly, to do medical supervision and supply the required vitamin supplements.
As a third phase, engage the children in structured physical activities.

Monday to Saturday, an average of 140 children are lovingly served hot nutritious meals by our enthusiastic volunteers. The excitement and joy on the children’s faces are humbling.

For volunteering physically and/or donating monetarily towards this endeavour, kindly contact: 9819193693/ 9321374344. Our heartfelt gratitude to all our volunteers and donors, for making this possible.

Professor Murali has been learning the teachings of Advaita Vadanta for over a decade, under the guidance of Swamini Vasudhaji.              Prof. Murali’s teaching ability and the knowledge of Vedanta gave him insights to write two books along with co-author    Mr Nandakumar, which were released by Swamini Vasudhaji on the auspicious occasion of Guru puja.
‘Management A to Z for fresh graduates’
and ‘Great Thoughts and Reflections, Self-Enquiry for All’

Let us all go through the great thoughts expressed in these books, reflect and bring about transformation in our lives.

A strong and healthy physical body makes way for a healthy mind.  A healthy mind is able to apply itself in fruitful ways and helps to create a healthy and peaceful society. Playing Sports/ games lead to a healthy body and provide recreation and entertainment to all. VVF’s initiative is to foster camaraderie and integration within the community and the neighborhood we live in. Sports and physical activities serve this purpose along with strengthening the bonds of mutual respect and accountability. Under Guruji’s instance,  a cricket match was played in  Rahul Nagar. The children and men folk from Rahul Nagar participated with enthusiasm. The two teams led by Shambhu and Krishna Sai were cheered by  the  residents of Rahul Nagar who gathered to watch the match. In the end, the scores and victory and defeat didn’t matter at all as it was enjoyed by one and all.

Maai Swasti Seva conducted a skin check up camp on 28th January’2024 at the Shiravane Medical Centre for the benefit of both adults and children. More than a hundred people took advantage of this camp.  Two dermatologists examined the patients and most of the medicines were made available to treat these diseases. They were advised to follow up on Sundays during the seva hours for any queries.

 Follow up health checkup was conducted for the children who attended the previous camp on 23rd December 2023. Vitamin supplements were provided to them along with medicine, wherever required. Seva volunteers explained to these children the importance of nutritious food. A hygiene kit was handed over to them so that they can routinely maintain their basic hygiene.

 

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