Miscellaneous

Atirudram was conducted in Kumbakonam about 15 years ago.Sri Panchu
Sasrtigal was the chief priest. He is a scholar,vedapandit and one of
the few who could do bashya on Vedas.He took sanyas and reached Moksha.
He narrated this incident at the time of Poornahuti of Atirudram,
about the benefits derived by praying at the time of Poornahuti and
the unimaginable powers of SriRudram.
This incident happened in Sringeri in 1953 when Atirudram and Sahasra
Chandi homam was conducted. His Holiness Sri Chandrasekhara Bharati
Mahaswamy was the head of Sarada Peetam at that time.
Number of Brahmins had assembled from far and wide of India.It was a
scene to see hundreds of Veda pandits with their tri-pundram on their
foreheads and body, doing evening karmanushtam in Tunga river after bath.
Those were days when electicity has not been connected to rural
areas.The dining hall,kichen and resting hall were under covered
thatched shed and light was
kerosen or oil deepam.
Vaidik brahmins after having food went for rest.They did not getup
for a long time and the mutt administrator suspected some bad news and
he promptly reported to
His Holiness that a catastophe has happened.
Mahaswamy had not finished his puja of Sri Chandramouliswarar and
Sharadamba.
He asked the staff to get as much cow's milk from the nearby villages
as possible and started abhishekam with milk chanting SriRudram.Milk
flowed from the Spatika Lingam in blue colour.After a few minutes, the
Vaidik brahmins got up one by one and joined the puja being performed
by His Holiness.
In the hands of a Yogin, SriRudram can bring back life from poisonous
death.
The instance of Thirunavakkarasar who was thrown to sea after being
tied to a stone, was swept to the shores just by chanting
Panchakshara. He lived many more years after this incident

Namah_shivaya PANCHAKSHARA MAHIMA

Na-mah Shi-va-ya, known as the Panchakshara (Pentasyllabic) mantra, is the holiest of mantras for all schools of Shaivism, past and present. Unlike many other commonly used holy mantras, the Panchakshara mantra comes to us from directly from the Vedas. The Panchakshara is found for the first time in the heart of the Yajurveda Samhita, within the Sri Rudram (Rudradhyaya) hymn. Volumes have been written about the meaning and esoteric significance of the Panchakshara. Mantra science tells us that mantras are essentially verbal embodiments of the Deity. The Panchakshara, therefore, holds the essence of Shiva Himself. Prefixed with Aum, the seed-syllable that holds the quintessence of the manifest universe, the Panchakshara becomes known as the Shadakshara (Hexasyllabic) mantra. Together, Aum + Namah Shivaya brings together the manifest reality and the unmanifest reality, as well as the inseparability of the two. Below are two short excerpts from the Parameshvara Agama from a chapter entitled Recitation of the Panchakshara mantra. The Speaker of this scripture is Shiva, and the One being spoken to is Shakti (Devi).

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All attainments are achieved by chanting the six syllable mantra, Aum Namah Shivaya. By the onset of grace all are able to attain, in all circumstances, the wisdom of the Supreme Lord manifested in the form of hamsa (swan, symbol of prana, life-breath). (5)

The five syllable mantra prefixed by Aumis the supreme among all mantras and is capable of fulfilling all the aspirations of the Shaiva devotee. (6)

The mantra consisting of a few letters is the essence of the Veda, and is the bestower of both enjoyment and liberation. This mantra is only accomplished by His grace, and undoubtedly is the form of Shiva Himself. This mantra as the form of Shiva Himself is undoubtedly self-evident by this injunction. (7)

This divine mantra is endowed with various spiritual attainments and is also pleasant to the common people, and possesses a specific esoteric meaning revealed by the Lord Himself. (

This mantra can easily be pronounced and is the fulfiller of all desires. Yea, it is the essence of the Veda in a few syllables, and is the provider of both enjoyment and liberation. (9)
Pārameshvara Agama XI:5-9
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All the mantras, Ishana and Panchabrahma mantra etc., remain inherent in the union of the monosyllabic mantra (Aum) and the pentasyllabic mantra (Namah Shivaya). (16)

Shiva is the form of the pentasyllabic mantra is existent in a subtle way in the letters of this mantra symbolizing the perceiver and the perceived. (17)

Shiva is the object of knowledge and so, it is known that He is the perceived (vācya) and also the perceiver (vācaka) of this mantra. It (this mantra) is the means by which attainment of Shiva is possible, and thus both (perceiver and perceived) are united beginninglessly. (1

O Shive (Devi)! It is but I, the omniscient Lord, who created this mantra. There are no other mantras equal to it. (19)

The whole scripture of the Veda with all its divisions and subdivisions are existent in this mantra. So there can never be any mantra equal or superior to it. (20)

All the seven crores of mantras along with innumerable auxiliaries are inseparable form of this hexasyllabic mantra just as the details inhere in the sutras. (21)

All the Agamas propounding the knowledge of Shiva and also other sources of knowledge are merely the elaboration and interpretation of the hexasyllabic mantra. (22)

What is the necessity of having various mantras and voluminous scriptures for the devotee who heart is adorned with the hexa-syllabic mantra? (23)

O Devi, one who has established himself in this mantra by constant recitation should be considered to have read and heard everything, and to have accomplished all good dispositions in his conduct. (24)

Blessed is the life of the devotee whose tongue utters Shivayaalong with Namah. (25)

The devotee who recites pentasyllabic mantra with all sincerity and devotion attains freedom from bondage be he of any caste, a wretch, a moron or a learned person. (26)

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Dear Sunkan,

Reading this gave me goose-bumps. Out of curiosity, what had poisoned the Brahmins?

Lovely reading this today which also happens to be Pradosh.

Thanks for sharing it with us on IL.

Regards,

Corallux

Originally Posted by corallux

Dear Sunkan,

Reading this gave me goose-bumps. Out of curiosity, what had poisoned the Brahmins?

Lovely reading this today which also happens to be Pradosh.

Thanks for sharing it with us on IL.

Regards,

Corallux

here coral,
i think it is more emphasizing on the mahima of the mantra, rather than what they ate, his leela are great and great sages like our shankaracharaya mouleswaran's strength also gets exposed, so it is just a mahima, of the lord and his expressions..sunkan

Ten Guidelines from God


Effective immediately, please be aware that there are changes you need to make in your life. These changes need to be completed in order that I may fulfill my promises to you to grant you peace, joy and happiness in this life. I apologize for any inconvenience, but after all that I am doing, this seems very little to ask of you.

Please, follow these 10 guidelines

1. Quit worrying:
Life has dealt you a blow and all you do is sit and worry. Have you forgotten that I am here to take all your burdens and carry them for you? Or do you just enjoy fretting Over every little thing that comes your way?
2. Put it on the list:
Something needs done or taken care of. Put it on the list. No, not your list. Put it on my to-do-list. Let me be the one to take care of the problem. I can't help you until you turn it over to me. And although my to-do-list is long, I am after all... God. I can take care of anything you put into my hands. In fact, if the truth were ever really known, I take care of a lot of things for you that you never even realize.
3. Trust me:
Once you've given your burdens to me, quit trying to take them back. Trust in me. Have the faith that I will take care of all your needs, your problems and your trials. Problems with the kids? Put them on my list. Problem with finances? Put it on my list. Problems with your emotional roller coaster? For my sake, put it on my list. I want to help you. All you have to do is ask.
4. Leave it alone:
Don't wake up one morning and say, "well, I'm feeling much stronger now, I think I can handle it from here." why do you think you are feeling stronger now? It's simple. You gave me your burdens and I'm taking care of them. I also renew your strength and cover you in my peace. Don't you know that if I give you these problems back, you will be right back where you started? Leave them with me and forget about them. Just let me do my job.
5. Talk to me:
I want you to forget a lot of things. Forget what was making you crazy. Forget the worry and the fretting because you know I'm in control. But there's one thing I pray you never forget. Please, don't forget to talk to me - often! I love you! I want to hear your voice. I want you to include me in on the things going on in your life. I want to hear you talk about your friends and family. Prayer is simply you having a conversation with me. I want to be your dearest friend.
6. Have faith:
I see a lot of things from up here that you can't see from where you are. Have faith in me that I know what I'm doing. Trust me; you wouldn't want the view from my eyes. I will continue to care for you, watch over you, and meet your needs. You only have to trust me. Although I have a much h bigger task than you, it seems as if you have so much trouble just doing your simple part. How hard can trust be?
7. Share:
You were taught to share when you were only two years old. When did you forget? That rule still applies. Share with those who are less fortunate than you. Share your joy with those who need encouragement. Share your laughter with those who haven't heard any in such a long time. Share your tears with those who have forgotten how to cry. Share your faith with those who have none.
8. Be patient:
I managed to fix it so in just one lifetime you could have so many diverse experiences. You grow from a child to an adult, have children, change jobs many times, learn many trades, travel to so many places, meet thousands of people, and experience so much. How can you be so impatient then when it takes me a little longer than you expect to handle something on my to-do-list? Trust in my timing, for my timing is perfect. Just because I created the entire universe in only six days, everyone thinks I should always rush, rush, and rush.
9. Be kind:
Be kind to others, for I love them just as much as I love you. They may not dress like you, or talk like you, or live the same way you do, but I still love you all. Please try to get along, for my sake. I created each of you different in some way. It would be too boring if you were all identical. Please, know I love each of your differences.
10. Love yourself:
As much as I love you, how can you not love yourself? You were created by me for one reason only -- to be loved, and to love in return. I am a god of love. Love me. Love your neighbors. But also love yourself. It makes my heart ache when I see you so angry with yourself when things go wrong. You are very precious to me. Don't ever forget that.

I have written about Mahamrityunjaya mantram for Koti Archana.

I read a description about this mantram in "Daivathin Kural" vol vi by
Mahaswamy Chandrasekhara Saraswathi of Kanchi Mutt.

The mantram generally means that one prays for all his welfare and
prosperity in this world,lives till ripe old age and the end is
without any suffering,illness or pain like the ripe old Vallari fruit
drops from the climber, to attain everlasting bliss.

There is more than this meaning.

Vallari (urvarukam) is a climber and not a tree or plant. It grows on
the ground without support from a tree or pandal. When the fruit is
fully ripe the stalk disconnects from the fruit and it is left on the
floor. It is not the fruit that disconnects but the stem and it goes
about growing further leaving the fruit in its place. Another point is
it never decays even after left alone for a long time.

We pray Lord Parameswara ( Thriambaka) that our life should be long,
sweet smelling(suganthim) prosperous (pusti)and healthy and the life
to a ripe old age without disease when one realizes SELF (Atma bhodam)
and still live in the same environment, without any attachment to the
exterior world like water particles on lotus leaf. When Maya leaves
alone the individual, like the disassociation of stalk to the fruit,
the life to come to an end abruptly without any pain or suffering and
attains Moksha(amrutatwam) like the vellari fruit when fully ripe, the
stalk disconnects it from the stem, remains in on the ground for a
long time without decaying or smelling and bursts, leaving no remnants
like Manikkavachakar, Nandanar and Meerabai as they join the universe
leaving nothing in this world.

This is Mahamrithyunjaya mantram.



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Thanks a lot Sunkan for giving this beautiful insight into mahamruthyunjayam mantram

I would have been totally unaware of this if you would have not thought of putting it down here.

Thanks a lot again

Cheers!!
Anu

hello akka
the mantra


Om Trayumbakam Yajamahe
Sugandhim Pushti Vardanam
Urvar-ukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor
Muksheeya Mamritat

(OM TRY-UM-BAH-KUM YA-JAHM-MAH-HAY
SOO-GAHN-DIM POOSH-TEE VAHR-DAH-NAHM
OOR-VAHR-OO-KUMEE-VAH BAHN-DAHN-AHN
MRIT-YOUR MOOK-SHEE-YAH MAHM-REE-TAHT)

shelter me O three eyed Lord Shiva. bless me with health and immortality and sever me from the clutches of death, even as a cucumber is cut from its creeper''

repeating 1,25,000 times gives longevity and chanting this will bring unanticipated benefits even if you are chanting it for others wellbeing...

this is from a english version of a book on mantras

sathya

Dear Sunkan Mam

thanks a lot for this very useful post .mow i did understand the meaning of the mahamrityunjaya japam.

Regards
raji

Hi

I am looking for some information about the Sevas in Mantralayam like when is a seva performed, for what etc.

Any info is welcome.

Cheers
Jenz

Hi jenz
You will get all the information about mantralayam from A-Z in this website.Please go through .Hope it is of use to you.
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