SRISHTI TALES

An elephant that has been trapped in a crocodile's mouth for thousands of years, screamed for help. A cry seeking the rescue, became the voice that revealed the absolute truth. "What is that absolute ?" The story of Gajendran is a testimonial that devotion towards the Lord will continue no matter how many births we take.

Whose devotion impressed Srinivasa perumal the most? The King's or the potter's? Both had their own way of expressing their love for him. Both are dear to him. Meanwhile, the Lord wanted to convey a message to the King. He staged a play to make the King meet the potter. Let's find out how both of them became more closer to the lord after this event.

Genuine interest is the key to ultimate happiness. What was Sumathi interested in? During drought, Sumathi and her husband moved from Kongu desam to Srirangam. She was intrigued after observing Swami Ramanujar in Srirangam teaching people from all walks of life. Before leaving Srirangam, She visited him and obtained the preachings and also got his padukas as a remembrance. Later in life, she had a...

There are 12 forests in Vrajabhoomi. In this episode, let's explore three forests where many of Bala Krishna's past times took place - Bhandiravan, Mahavan & Madhuvan. Smt. Ojaswita Chaturvedi brings us the secrets of Vrindavana in this audio story series in English.

Penpillai speaks about a raja guru to a sampradaya guru. Trikaala gyaani Vashishtar was aware of the forthcoming events in the life of Sri Rama. Though Sage Vasishta and Sage Vishwamitra were not always in good terms, Sage Vasishta never had a second thought in insisting King Dasaratha to send Rama along with Vishwamitra. He acted in good conscience and guided both Dasaratha and Rama in the right...

Unconditional love - Is this possible for any human except for Sri rama and krishna? Our friend Penpillai knows about a person. Thiruppanazhwar was not allowed to enter the temple premises due to the caste system prevalent in those times. Despite not having seen the Lord, he continued to show his love by singing perumal's kalyana gunas. One day, the Lord decided to show his beautiful divine form t...

Gajendra daasar was called as Thirukkachi nambigal. He was well known for his aalavattam kainkaryam (fanning service) and pushpa kainkaryam to kanchi perumal. His modesty and steadfast devotion made Dheva perumal and Perundevi thaayar to choose him as their messenger to convey great messages to their devotees. He thus received a rare boon of conversing with perumal and thaayar.

We have heard and learnt many of Krishna's Bala Leela.. But how much do we know about the land of Vrindavana? The holy land of Vrajabhoomi carries testament to the miracles and leelas of Krishna.   Smt. Ojaswita Chaturvedi brings us the secrets of Vrindavana in the new audio story series in English. Learn the story of Radha Krishna wedding and the significant places in Vrindavana that bear wi...

Tondaradipodi Azhwar born in Thirumadankudi , demonstrated bhakthi, dedication and vairagyam towards perumal. He offered the service of making garlands with utmost devotion. His tale proves that god himself would liberate us from worldly pleasures if the bhakthi is genuine , even if the bhagavatha trails away from the path for a brief period of time.

Ratnakaran who transformed into Valmiki Maharishi, wrote Aadi kavyam Ramayanam .The first ones to propagate Ramayanam were Kusha and Lava ,the sons of Rama. They both presented Ramayanam in Sri Rama sabha mesmerizing one and all present there.

The meeting of Mudhal Azhwargal is a significant part of Sri Vaishnava History. A delightful tale on how satsangam brings Perumal's grace upon us. When one seeks the company of good, the Supreme good is bound to join and bless.

On the day of Kaisika Ekadasi that occurs in the month of Karthigai, Paaduvaan, who observed the fast, stayed awake at night and started to the Thirukurungudi temple with his Veena, excited to sing the glorious names of the Lord. As he was speedily walking towards the temple, a hungry Brahma Rakshasa stopped him to satisfy his late-night hunger pangs!

The story of Garuda and his service to the Lord.

The glory of Adi sesha across roopams, yugas and avatarams.

Neelan alias Thirumangai Mannan was desperate to marry Kumudhavalli, daughter of a physician. Destiny had another plan for him. An amsam of Sarangam, the Divine Bow of Lord Vishnu, the story of Thirumangai Azhwar, last of the 12 alwars, is enchanting and full of adventures.

Raja who lived more like a Rishi, King Janaka is a Karma Yogi and He got the opportunity to beget Mahalakshmi as his daughter.

The unique power of vision gifted by Krishna to Sanjaya and How loyally Sanjaya made use of it. Is it easy to gain one's trust and enter into their privacy? 

Known as Kuru Muni, Sage Agasthya is small in figure and huge in his glory. Sage Agasthya's story, selfless services rendered by him, his prowess and his role in Ramayana astounds the Pen Pillai that she yearns to serve the Lord like Agasthya.

Aval poriyai eendheno Kuchelarai pole - Kuchelopakhyanam by Pen Pillai - the tale of friendship, gratitude, bhakti and Krishna love.

Anuyathirai seitheno Anilanganai pole - Here is an account of little Squirrel of their experience in serving Rama and the Vanara Sena during Sethu Bandhanam

The very blessed Yashoda ma enjoyed raising the Lord and raising Him through His mischievous childhood. Did I get any such blissful opportunity?, laments Pen Pillai.

Aazhimarai endreno Vasudevarai Pole Out of ignorance and overcome by fatherly affection, Vasudevar wanted to protect baby Narayana who had just taken birth and beseeched him to hide his conch and chakra. Did i protect the Lord like Vasudeva?, ponders little girl of Thirukolur.

Deivathai petreno Devakiyai pole  Did I give birth to the Lord like Devakai? Was I as blessed as Devaki and Vasudeva.

Madhurakavi Azhwar affirms that he knows no God other than Nammazhwar ("dhEvu maRRu aRiyEn").  He is renouncing the things of this world, rejecting the other world and even the Lord himself. The philosophy of following one's acharya as everything is demonstrated from Madhurakavi Azhwar's Acharya bhakti. Pen Pillai wonders - "Did I demonstrate Acharya bhakti like Madhurakavi Azhwar?"

“aham vedmi mahAtmAnam rAmam satya parAkramam   vasishTopi mahAtejA ye cheme tapasistithA:”   Mahatma like Vasista and me know Sri Rama's true identity, one who's valor can defeat the rakshasas and guard us.   Did I know the Lord like Vishvamitra?