SRISHTI TALES

Referring to ourselves as "Adiyen'' will help us to let go of our superiority attitude. In Srivaishnava sampradaya, at times to show profound reverence a Srivaishnava will prostrate to the feet of another Srivaishnava younger to them. Do you know how Periya Thirumalai Nambi honoured his beloved nephew Swami Ramanuja? Hear out!

Welcome to Radha's birth place, Barsana. Manasik Yatra continues to dhai kund, morkuti and many other places, soaking us in the bliss of the adorable couple Radha Krishna.

The lord is impartial to all the jeevathmas, whether it is a human or an animal or an insect. Penpillai presents the story of Uparicharan, stressing on the biocentric equality. Thinking of the bhakthi demonstrated by many animals in puranas and ithihas will make us realize the equality. Veda patti highlights the radiantly compassionate purvacharyas to help us understand and to learn a lesson for o...

Acharyas point out that spiritual enlightenment will happen only if we give up the attachment towards our physical body. While it is difficult to observe detachment as an individual, the story of ThirunaraiyUr araiyar makes us wonder, how he observed it along with his family? Hearken to feel the awe-inspiring bhakthi of a devotee's family.

"To prosper in life, surrender to the feet of Swami Ramanuja". Penpillai narrates a story that exemplifies this tagline of Sri Vaishnava Sampradaya. Kurathazhwan regretted being a scholar, after witnessing a person receiving special attention from Swami Ramanuja. Who was that person? Did he acquire something more than what Kurathazhwan possessed? Listen!

In the olden days, an Acharya would expect his aspiring student to be highly enduring and enthusiastic in learning. Only after many assessments he would choose his students. In order for us to learn the values from both the Acharya and his student, Penpillai recounts an incident from Thirukkoshtiyur Nambi's story, where his student gave a transition to the conventional way of teaching.

An Acharyan's blessings act like a light that directs us with the right knowledge at the right time. PeNpiLLai comes with the story of ThirumAlaiANdAn who in his sishya's interpretations felt the presence of his AchAryA. He followed the light of kindness emanated from his AchAryA.

Acting as per the words of Azhwars and Acharyans will strengthen our confidence and trust in what we read and talk, thereby taking our bhakti to the next level. The stories of so many bhAgavathAs from PeNpiLLai guide us to lead our life on the path of redemption.

'KaLvan' refers to someone who steals from the people without their knowledge. It can also refer to someone with a dark complexion. We can understand that PeNpiLLai is still oblivious of the wisdom and the opportunity blessed to her by VaithamAnidhi PerumAL to converse with the great Acharya SwAmi RAmAnujA.

Malyavaan, the minister of Ravana who was aware of the wrong path chosen, shares the positive traits of Lord Sri Rama and advises Ravana on a proper course of action. While, accepting another's advice is a choice, Penpillai regrets for not spreading even one word of virtue about Vaithamaanidhi Perumal to others.

One anthology that lists all the glories of Swami Ramanujar is Ramanuja Nootrandhaadhi. Despite facing numerous challenges, the author, Thiruvarangathu Amudanaar was determined in creating such a masterpiece. Did you know Amudanaar's sincere rendition was considered equal to the service to Lord? Hearken to Veda paati.

We witness different forms of acharya bhakti in Sri Vaishnava Sampradaya, demonstrated through their acts, words and thoughts. There was once a disciple who always yearned to be in the shadow of his acharya. But did his acharya accept this idea? Let's listen to his story.

Perumal choses different mediums to communicate with all of us. A devotee who always keeps the Lord in his thoughts can discern his message. Penpillai tells a story with her concern of not being an ardent devotee to identify the Lord's expressions. Do you know which devotee caught the point of the Supreme God? Listen on!

We all have a responsibility to act with humanity, but we must also be wary of assisting those who commit wrongdoing.  Because we meet so many strangers everyday, it is impossible to distinguish who is good and who is bad. This should not prevent us from being compassionate. This story about Nallan takes a good look at how to properly establish humanity.

In this media dominated world, we are exposed to plenty of concepts, ideas and facts. Understanding the truth and identifying an appropriate one is a challenge. Emperumanar's ideology aids us in living a spiritual life devoid of ambiguity. Penpillai helps us realize Swami Ramanujar's glory.

Kainkaryam should be done with bhakthi, not by calculating or evaluating. Whether it is big or small, difficult or easy, we should always find an opportunity to do it. Maruthiaandan, the disciple of Swami Ramanujar takes the chance to act as a messenger, the role that is popularly spoken in ithihasas. Hear out!

The small village from which Krishna's father hailed, where Krishna spent his childhood is filled with lesser known tales of Yashoda Kund, Aaseshwar Mahadev and the fearsome stone formation which Krishna dreaded the most.

As we culminate our Govardhana Parikrama, we visit Uddhava Kund, Shyam and Radha Kund. How did these ponds come into being and who created them? Lets find out.

After crossing Poochari, we cross Indra kund, Airavata Kund and Surabhi kund who offered their abhisheka to the Govardhana.. We thus end the badi parikrama of Govardhan. Await the last episode of Govardhan tales where we embark on the choti parikrama.

Continuing our Govardhana Parikrama, listen to the story behind Poochari and Jathipura, interesting tale of reinstating a deity of Radha Apsara Vallabhji and the search of Lord Srinathji.

A man can be known for his good qualities, great talent or his relationship with some personalities. Koorathazhwan is proud and resolute about the identity that is inextricably linked to his soul forever. Penpillai recounts an incident from aazhwan's life and awakens us to be determined to be recognized like him.

As we continue the Manasik Yatra, we embark further on the Govardhana Parikrama, enjoying the tales of - Balaram Kund and Gopala Prakata Sthali.

It is worthwhile to go to any extent to acquire something precious. But what we regard as precious is important. Here is the story of Nathamunigal who dedicated his entire life for the mankind to attain good fortune. What was the precious gift that he persistently pursued? Listen on!

Sri Vaishnava Sampradaya recommends us to take darshan of Perumal's Archaa thirumeni and savor the moment with the Lord. However, as we approach closer to the moolasthAnam, we forget everything and voluntarily close our eyes. Penpillai speaks in a longing voice to Ramanuja, that she failed to take darshan of Vaithamaanidhi Perumal just as done by Idaiyaattroor Nambi. Let's listen to the story of t...

The Lord's anguish at being separated from his devotee is far greater than the devotee's. Even if the devotee manages to live without the Lord's physical presence, the Lord cannot withstand the physical absence of his devotee. Penpillai still being incognizant of the person listening to her, continues with a story of Chelvapillai's journey to Melkote with Ramanujar.