‘Cosmic Rhythm’ by Usha Patibandla: A respite to the eyes!

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‘Cosmic Rhythm’ by Usha Patibandla: A respite to the eyes!

‘Cosmic Rhythm’ by Usha Patibandla: A respite to the eyes!

An art exhibit titled ‘Cosmic Rhythm’is being presented in the IconArt Gallery. The solo art gallery is a series of painting work by Usha Patibandla. The creative techniques, the blend of colors and the exotic theme of the paintings will take you into another world.‘cosmic rhythm’ by usha patibandla

Usha’s ‘Cosmic Rhythm’ is a unique work that comes as a refreshing one in the modern world. Far from the holistic representations and eye-grabbing visuals, Usha’s paintings baffle the colors and concept on to the canvas.‘cosmic rhythm’ by usha patibandla

The haze and horizon depicted in her paintings clearly reveal the mystic nature of the dark themed universe. One of her paintings depict the waving human emotions on a tabletop as if the colors have instigated upon her to lay themselves so inimitably. No surprise you feel intimidated by seeing the paintings of the richness and nature of the colors, which you might never come across. The cosmic colors provoke the thought, on how beautiful it is to watch the universe through an artist.‘cosmic rhythm’ by usha patibandla

A graduate of Andhra University in Fine Arts, Usha Patibandla fortifies herself in depicting nature through its own vision (colors). ‘It takes me 24 hours to superimpose the next layer as the resin-on-wood would only give me 30 minutes to work at a stretch, as the surface gets dry and fixed.’

‘Cosmic Rhythm’ comes as a respite to the eyes, thanks to the artist’s sync with nature.

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Karthika Masam – The Most Auspicious and Sacred Month

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Karthika Masam – The Most Auspicious and Sacred Month

Karthika Masam – The Most Auspicious and Sacred Month

Karthika Masam:

It is a month long festival, starting just after Deepavali Amavasya where both Lord Shiva and Maha Vishnu are worshipped and prayed. The month begins from Aswayuja Suklapournami. It is most auspicious and sacred month for both Shaiva and Vaishnava followers. It is believed that offering prayers to “Shivakesavas” particularly in this month brings luck and prosperity. Karthika Masam is the favorite month to Lord Shiva amongst all other months.

Devotees observe karthika Masa Vratham and perform various customs and rituals. It is believed that following these rituals leads them to a good life and attain moksha. Upavasams are performed on every single Monday. Dhanams like vastradhanam, Swarnadhanam, ghodhanamto yield good results.

karthika masam the most auspicious month to prayCultural Beliefs:

“Shivaya Vishnu Roopaya
Shiva Roopaya Vishnave…
Shivaya Hrudayam Vishnu
Vishnoscha Hrudayagum Shivah”

 “Yathaa Shivamayo Vishnu
Evam Vishnu Maya Shivah”

Karthika Masam helps the devotee to understand and embrace the thought that there is no difference between Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva and they both are one. We attain bliss when we worship them in one form. Important poojas observed are Ksheerabdhi dwadasi, Ekadasi, karthika deepam or karthika pournami Pooja, lighting lamps near sacred TulasiKota (plant) and doing Nitya poojas to goddess Tulasi and chanting Vishnu and Shivasahasranamams, chanting shiva stotras once in a day, Monday fastings and meditating to Lord Shiva. Due to “kaaladharmam”, and with our own regular life taking over us, we are finding it difficult to follow each and every ritual, mentioned in Karthika Puranam. But if we can at least practice few of the rituals and do simple Pooja, keeping our homes and mind clean and occupied by God’s chanting.

Lord Vishnu goes to sleep on Ashada Shuddha Ekadasi and wakes up on the Karthika Shuddha Ekadasi. During this time, Lord Shiva killed Tripurasuras on Karthika pournami day and protect the world from destruction. Karthika Masam notes that river Ganga merges into all rivers, ponds, canals, and wells and makes as pure as her (Ganga). During Karthika Masam, Ayyapa Deeksha is also taken and is observed till Makar Sankranthi.

karthika masam – the most auspicious and sacred month

Karthika Masam also Known as Damodar Masam:

It is a whole month festival and poojas are conducted and observed for the full month. People citing many reasons cannot perform for the whole month which is 30 days should at least observe prayers for a minimum of 10 days. They are initial starting five days of Karthik Masam and 5 days before pournima. These 10 days are very significant days. There is no sacred month like Karthik Masam, there is no God similar to Lord Vishnu and there is no scripture like Vedas and no river like Ganga, as per our Puranas.

Suta Mahamuni once told to the great sages:

“The month of Karthika is a sin destroying month and is gifted with divine power. Lord Vishnu’s is so dear to this month and he also grants both worldly wishes and also gives Moksha (Salvation).

3karthika-masam-the-most-auRituals and Karthik Masam:

Japam:

Chanting the holy name of Lord Vishnu takes over to all other rituals. If anybody performs even few minutes of worship to Lord Shri Hari, he even grants his own abode as a blessing.

Deepa Dhanam (Offering oil Lamps):

Offering Lord Vishnu the oil lamps or deepams, flowers, your anger, food, etc. will yield immense spiritual benefits, especially when observed during the Karthik Masam.

The significance of Deepa dhanam is mentioned in Padma Puranam where a mouse, due to its hunger tried to eat ghee from the lamp offered to Lord Vishnu by devotees. But the ghee wick stuck to its teeth and since the wick had aflame, the mouse could not bear the heat and started jumping in- front of the Lord’s Deity idol and died due to the fire. But Lord Vishnu accepted the jumping of that mouse with a fire lit ghee wick in her mouth as “Aarathi” to him and he granted liberation which is the highest destination. Such is the greatness of Deepa Dhanam. Even a single lamp lit to the God in this month with devotion, destroys all sins piled by them equaling 1000 yugas. It is the best gift we can offer to God and the person who lights lamps with sesame oil (til) to Lord Shri Hari during Sandhya time is blessed with endless beauty, blessedness, unlimited prosperity and wealth.

karthika masam the most auspicious month to prayOn the full moon day, in the Karthika Masam, on the rise of the star ‘Kritiga’, Hindus celebrate the Karthika Deepam. A huge beacon is lit on the holy hill ‘Arunachala’ located in South India.

Annamalai Deepam:

Lord Shiva once asks Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu to find where is head and feet are exactly located. He took a gigantic form hence they could not find the exact location. It is at this time, Lord Shiva takes the form of a Jyothi (light of fire) on the hill of ‘Thiruvannamalai’, where today they celebrate this festival as “Annamalai Deepam”. A special torch is lighted on the peak of the hill and it is believed that Lord Shiva’s Jyothi is visible on this day.

Nadi snanam (Bathing in Rivers):

Bathing in rivers in Karthika Masam is not only considered holy but also has significant scientific and medical benefits. Rivers receive fresh waters from the rainy season covering Shravan and Bhadrapada Masam’s and overflow banks, it is hence prohibited to take bath in rivers in those months. But the river totally settles with the start of Karthika Masam. In Sharad Ruthuvu, the moon plays an important role. This Ruthuvu covers both the Aswayuja and Karthika Masam. At this time, the river absorbs energy from the moon which we receive as we bathe in the rivers. Hence it is compulsory to take at least one dip during this month.

karthika masam the most auspicious month to prayApart from the above reason, another theory as per to science, water gets enriched with more Magnetic Power from Earth and the power is stored in water until sunrise. This is one of the main reasons our ancients insisted on “Nadi snanams” (River Baths) before sunrise. Magnetic Therapy believes that taking a dip in any flowing river waters on Karthika Somavaram (Monday) for about 15mins can bring relief from the stomach, and Liver disorders and also help maintain good general health.

List of Festivals in Karthik Masam and their Meaning:

  • Yama Vidhiya:

Yama Vidhiya is the first festival celebrated in Karthik Masam. We also call it ‘Bhagini Bhojanam’, also known as a brother-sister festival. Once, Lord Yama’s sister Yami (Yamuna Devi) was upset on her brother, to which he grants a boon to her. On the day of ‘Yama Vidhiya’ whoever eats food in their sister’s home will be relieved of sins and would not be facing torture in hell. This ritual is still in practice and brothers come and eat in their sister’s house and gives/receives blessings.

  • Nagula Chavithi:

It is an auspicious festival to observe Naga Puja. It comes on the fourth day after Deepavali Amavasya. Nag Panchami and Nagasashti are also performed after Nagula Chavithi. It is a festival of serpent Gods and is mainly done by women. It is observed by married women for the wellbeing of their children. They keep fast and perform Naga puja. Devotees offer milk, and fruits and offer Arthis near the putta(snake pits). Seven hooded cobra, an ‘Ashtanag’ is specially worshipped.

karthika masam the most auspicious month to pray

  • Karthika Ekadasi- Fasting:

Ekadasi fasting in Karthika Masam is a common procedure in every household.Lord Vishnu goes to sleep on Ashada Shuddha Ekadasi and wakes up on the Karthika Shuddha Ekadasi in ksheeraSamudra. People fast whole day and break their fast next day offering food and clothes to a Brahmin or Temple Priest.

  • Ksheerabdhi Dwadashi:

On this day, Ladies in their house, offer prayers to Lord Vishnu keeping 12, 16, 21deepams near the Tulasi Plant with Usiri plant (gooseberry/Amla) in it.These deepams are called as Dwadasa deepams. One can see an amazing site as every house gleams vibrantly with lots of diyas.

  • Karthika Pournami:

In Karthika Masam, Pournami that comes in Krithika Nakshatra (Star) is called as Karthika Pournami. Fasting on Karthika Pournami day is equivalent to fasting on Shiva Rathri.Devotee’s fast whole day. They light a 365 vatthula (cotton wicks) deepam to Lord Vishnu, have Darshan of the Moon and then only break their fast. Newly married woman conducts 33 pournami

vratham/ noomu and on the evening, go to shivalayas and offer goddess Parvathi a big pumpkin fruit, Yam fruit, among other items including food.

  • Poli Swargam:

The last of Karthika Masam, after Amavasya, Poli Swargam Pooja’s are performed. The temple priest reads out the story and they are offered Vayanalu and swayampakalu. Deepam’s are kept on banana ribs or stem and are left in the lakes or canals. With this festival, Karthika Masam officially comes to an end.

Karthika masa somavaravratham and its glory:

Lord Shiva blessed us with a great boon as Karthika masa somavara vratham. One who performs with diligence would enjoy every worldly pleasure and even after death, he would reach Kailash. Reaching Kailasha means attaining salvation or shiva lokam or moksha.

karthika masam the most auspicious month to pray

Let me explain few basic rituals one should follow in this karthika parwa:

  • It is important to avoid non-vegetarian for the whole month.
  • Do not eat foods like onions, brinjal, and garlic. Take any veg diet.
  • Feeding is considered auspicious, Lord Shiva gets pleased when we feed cows in this month.
  • Eat meals only once for a month. We can eat light foods like fruits or tiffins at night.
  • Follow the fasting pattern on other days like Karthika pournima, Kotisomavaram, and Mondays.
  • Take ahead bath every day.
  • Lighting Deepam’s to Lord Shiva on the evenings is compulsory.
  • Prepare prasadam to Lord on all days of the month as the whole month is considered divine.
  • Spend time with God, read one chapter of Shiva Mahapuranam and Vishnu saharanamams every day.

Koti somavaram Vratham:

It is observed in ‘Shraavana Nakshatram’ which usually comes on pournami day in Karthika Masam.Rudrabhishekam, abhishekamand Lighting lamps to Goddess Parvathi and Lord Shiva is highly auspicious and will free the devotee of all the sins and keep them happy and free them from all diseases. Performing Rudrabhishekam on this day 11 times will take you straight to Kailasam. Another name for Lord Shiva is Someswara, who keeps the soma (crescent Moon) on his matted hair. Fasting to both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva will surely fetch you Moksha. It is said in Hindu scriptures that Karthika Masam is a sin destroying month.

Satya Narayana Swamy vratham:

Satya Narayana Swamy gives his divine blessings if we conduct this vratham during this month. It is one of the easiest and best ways to be near him. Lord Vishnu, the Bhagwan who is responsible for maintenance of our universe. This vratham is always performed right after our wishes or desires get fulfilled. Morning or evening, any time is auspicious to perform this vratham. He helps us achieve major achievements in life. People want to invite all near and dear ones and share their happiness with them. It is of course very happy moment for family organizing it, but it is also auspicious to invite guests and feed them prasadam after the Pooja is finished. The story is the most important part in this vratham and a must to hear by one and all.

karthika masam the most auspicious month to pray

Paitha Mahakruchcha vratham:

It is a five day ritual which is observed in Karthika Krishna Paksha in the southern states, like Andhra and Telangana, and even Karnataka. The Vratham starts on Karthika Krishna Saptami and ends on Karthika Krishna Ekadasi. During these five days Lord Vishnu is worshipped and people fast and on the fifth day of Uttuvana Ekadasi, they break their fast and immediate next day they celebrate the Tulsi vivaham with Lord Vishnu. It is always advisable to eat some light food like fruit or milk during fasting.

Nattalu or Natta Vratham:

The process of observing Nattalu vratham is too fast whole day and eat only after moon comes out and stars are seen. It is done almost all month of Karthika Masam. If this routine is done throughout the month it is called Nattalu or Natta Vratham.

karthika masam the most auspicious month to pray

Conclusion Remarks:

I thank all my readers for their patience in reading my long article. I tried my best to put all important information about rituals observed during the Karthika Masam. Hope you had a happy and informative reading!  TELUGUBULLET wishes one and all one more time a very happy and auspicious Karthika Masam.

Please do visit us again for another beautiful topic that you can keep in your hearts!

Om Namah Shivaya!!

Sija.

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Significance of ‘Kartika Masa Vana Bhojanam’

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Significance of ‘Kartika Masa Vana Bhojanam’

Significance of ‘Kartika Masa Vana Bhojanam’

‘Kartika Damodara masa’ is the month of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, where devotees throng the temples in the worship of their deity. Offering prayers and chanting the divine names of Vishnu and Shiva is considered auspicious in this divine month.

First of all, we need to understand the Significance of Kartika Vana Bhojanam. Why should we celebrate it?

It is very important to celebrate Vana Bhojanam or Kartika Vana Bhojanam.‘Vanam’ means loving Mother Nature, the forest. This is explained in detail in Amarakosam. People raise the question of why we should go to the forest and eat food over there with our families. It is a kind of annual ritual, a picnic undertaken in Andhra Pradesh in the month of Kartika Masam.

As per Hindu traditions, Trees/plants play a pivotal role on mother earth as they serve ‘SamasthaJeevaRaasulu’ all life including human beings in many ways. Our ancestors conceived Nature as God and always treated it with respect. It’s said, ‘Vruksho Rakshati Rakshitaha’, meaning, ‘One who protects the trees, is protected’. Amla(Gooseberry) a savior to humanity is worshipped and also has got immense medicinal values/benefits. Eating this fruit helps in gaining immunity and keeps illness at a distance.

It is believed that Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi prefer to reside under Amla trees during the Kartika parvam (month). This is the reason why people during the month of Kartika light the lamps with cow ghee and place them around the Amla tree, and worship. Telugu people especially, offer prayers to Lord Vishnu and recite the Vishnu Purana and Kartika Purana during the VanaMahostavamrituals. Apart from Amla tree, tulsi, bilva, and durva are considered divine and offered pujas.

significance of ‘kartika masa vana bhojanam'Traditionally people cook food under the Amla tree, and after offering prayers consume the food as prasadam. The sight of an Amla plant was a common thing in the backyard of every house. In the ancient times, Vanabhojam’s foremost intention was ‘Satkalakshepam’, spending time worshiping ‘suras’ (deities), in a righteous and noble manner. These outings were mainly dedicated to ‘Purana Parayanam’ i.e. reading the Holy Scriptures, an activity observed for concentration, dedication and contemplation of the individual soul to God.

In the current generation, this auspicious festival tradition has been masked with remorseful activities and conducts. The noble practice has been mutated into a ‘Chaturmukha Parayanam’, where people indulge themselves playing the game of cards and gambling. While few sections of the society treat it as holiday gathering and end it with the consumption of alcohol. Few organizations do make families, office staff and friends a part of this tradition. They perform the Pooja, and carry dining activities in the garden, which usually seems more like a ‘weekend outing’.

Though we have understood the real meaning of Kartika Masam, and the importance of Vana Bhojanam, the real challenge is educating the current society, which holds the function, but without any values to it. The festival has become a platform for people to showcase their talents than recognizing their inner self, thereby overshadowing the real purpose of gathering.

 

Kartika Vanabhojana Katha:

On this auspicious month, we talk and discuss a lot about Lord Vishnu and Vana Bhojanam. Taking this as an opportunity, I would like to tell you all dear readers a small story about Kartika Vana Bhojana!

Due to Kartika Masam, many families residing in cities held a gathering for Vana Bhojanalu. They were deeply engrossed in recollecting and discussing past happenings in their life. They were also talking about new developments in the present society.Though these platforms get people together, individuals use these gatherings to assert their talents and prove themselves. Due to this reason, the real essence of coming together is lost behind dark clouds. If we wish to bring awareness, change, and positivity in our children, we should share this story with them. If not everyone, at least a few might change their course and move towards good and follow righteousness.

Kartika MasamVanabhojanam welcomes one and all. Dips in holy rivers, lighting the lamps, chanting ‘Om Namah Shivaaya’ and singing bhajans of Bhagawan are a common practice throughout the Kartika Masam, and they signify the devotion of the devotee towards the Lord. The festival brings an occasion for everyone to come together. Villages often associate themselves with mythology, drawing people to celebrate the festival. The Kartika Masam Vanabhojanam festival deepens the bonding between the villages and the rest of the nation.

What is this story all about? To know, Let us read further.

We all know, Lord Shiva is the Supreme form. Gods, rishis, and maharishis, and every soul in this universe prostrate at the feet of Lord Shiva. People wait for yugas, just to get a mere glimpse of the God. Even “Bhola Shankar” as the name goes by, is an innocent Shivayya who is always waiting and ready to bless his devotees with whatever they wish or desire. Unlike Lord Vishnu who resides in ‘Pala Samudra’, Lord Shiva resides in the ‘Bhakti Samudra’ and treats all his creation with equality. The Nagendra (Snake God) who has decorated himself with garland to Lord Shiva is watching all of this from yugas. It observed, all the devotees who are coming to Kailasa to have Darshan of Shivayya, are particularly watching him too.

significance of ‘kartika masa vana bhojanam'He got confused, thinking whether they are all offering their salutations to him or to Lord Shiva. It slowly developed ego (Aham). His thoughts became narrow, making him negative. The snake thought people are so foolish to wait for years together to get a glimpse of the Lord.It thought, having embellished the Lord for so many ages now, it must be greater than the God.

The Snake thought to leave Lord Shiva and Kailash, and approach the devotees directly. It also thought of blessing and giving salvation to the devotees. Out of its foolishness, the Snake felt that he is the only one who can resolve problems and they have to worship him.The Snake differed to share its respect with Shivayya.

That’s it!!

It left Kailash and Lord Shiva only to find itself in dense forest where it found a sage in deep meditation. On seeing the snake, the sage humbly offered his prayers. The snake was happy and moved forward, only to find a traveler on the way. The traveler got scared seeing the snake and ran for his life. The snake’s ego raised and went ahead. It found a group of people cutting wood, on seeing the snake they all stopped working and looked at it. They signaled each other, and within seconds they started running towards the snake with an axe to kill it. Realizing what is happening to him, it started moving swiftly to save its life.

At last, the snake realized the gravity of his mistake and his position. It went back to Lord Shiva in a remorseful state asking for Lord’s forgiveness. “Neelakanta” also known as Lord Shiva, graced the snake with a smile and he soon not only witnessed but also realized the greatness of the God.

I hope the readers, especially young children must have understood that only Lord Shiva is our root, our home, our abode and that snake is none other than every one of us, our mind. Just like the God graced the realized snake, we should remember our villages grace us with the same kind of love.

Let’s now pledge that we will respect, worship and develop our villages. Let us all come together to preserve our rich culture, heritage, and traditional values which not only bind us but also bring unity in diversity. Probably, my reader must have come here to read a lighter article, but I am sure you will be leaving the page with more knowledge.

Om Namah Shivayah!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Triangular love story: Indian Army – Alexander Army – Greeks

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Triangular love story: Indian Army – Alexander Army – Greeks

Triangular love story: Indian Army – Alexander Army – Greeks

The title of the article might sound funny, irritating and amused. Even I would feel the same if I wasn’t the author. What is the triangular love story about? It’s definitely not a story like Mohenjo Daro directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, nor a Baahubali from Rajamouli or the future 2.0 from Shankar. It’s a true story (if believed) that time has hidden from everyone. It’s a tale of wonders and amusements. It’s a dream that can never be dreamt!

Would any of you believe if I ever told, ‘the person who saved Ladakh in the 1948 Kashmir war is descendent of Greek? And the first Commander-in-Chief of India is also a Greek descendant. If you are prepared to read this unravelling story, ensure you are a believer of facts and faith and not history that has been changing overtimes!

Let’s take our story into ‘Alexander’ times. Alexander III of Macedon is popularly known as ‘Alexander the Great’. His legacy has extended far beyond his military victories and capabilities. His name is carried over 2 millenniums and into the 3rd one. He has established several trade routes between the East and Europe, while brought the Greece culture and popularized it in the Asian continent.

alexander army greeks served indian army clear details

After the ‘Siege of the Sogdian Rock’ in 327 BC killing Spitamenes, and his marriage to Roxana, Alexander turned towards the Indian Subcontinent. With support from the King Ambhi (also referred as Omphis), Alexander did manage to defeat the Porus, King of Pauravas in an epic battle, and conquered his empire that spanned between the regions of Chenab and Jhelum rivers.

After being impressed by Porus, he appointed him as satrap (governor) and mediated between him and his long-time enemy Ambhi. While Alexander wanted to cross the river Ganges and barge into the Nanda Empire of Magadha, he was advised not to do so by Porus. Alexander was informed that:

“The width of the mighty Ganges is about 32 furlongs (6.44km) having a depth of about 100 fathoms (600 feet). 80,000 horseman; 200,000 footmen; 8,000 chariots; 6,000 war elephants and a multitude of armed men are waiting along the banks of the river”

With a mere army of 20,000 infantry and 2,000 horses, Alexander knew it wouldn’t be possible to defeat the mighty Nanda Empire of Magadha. And incidentally, the army refused to march ahead to cross the Ganges. The Army General, Coenus pleaded Alexander to change his opinion and return back to Macedonia. He further stated, ‘the men would like to see their family, wives, and children. They are tired. They want to go back to their Homeland’. Alexander eventually agreed and marched south along Indus.

alexander army greeks served indian army clear detailsWith traumatic events taking place within Alexander’s army and generals, few soldiers decided to stay back in a fear that they would be put to mass killing on the way to Macedonia. These soldiers over millenniums gradually moved towards the south, where they are known to have finally settled. Coorg in Karnataka is often identified where most of the Greek soldiers have settled, and coincidentally, the first two Army Generals of Republic India are from this region. There are many notable personalities from Coorg who served Indian Forces at the highest level.

Despite being of the Greek descendent (or thought to be), most of the people in Coorg (or Kodagu district) follow Hindutva and celebrate all the festivals with glory and joy. With lush green hills, and coffee plantations the scenic beauty of Coorg is nothing short of a great visual feast. Women hold the highest authority in the house and are respected with utmost dignity and humility. They have a high degree of self-respect and go to any extent to live up to a promise made.

It is heard that many families living Coorg dreaming of sending at least one child from their family to serve the Indian Armed Forces. They take it as a pride and instil the same in the children’s mind right from a very young age. Though many Histories and Theorizers oppose the theory that Coorg has a considerable number of Greek Descendants, their living patterns, culture, unmatched bravery surely remind the Greek culture. Their homes are often decorated with armour, artillery, swords and other war-related particulars.

While linguists claim that, the Kodava language spoken by the people of Coorg is related to the Dravidian origin, they fail to explain the fact that, how few Greek letters and pronunciations became a part of their current day generation.

The list of (few) notable personalities from Coorg and their contributions towards Indian Army:

  1. Field Marshal K M Cariappa (28th January 1899 to 15th May 1993)
    1. OBE – Officer of the Most Excellence Order of the British Empire
    2. First Indian Commissioned Officer
    3. First Commander-in-Chief of India
  1. General K S Thimayya (30th March 1906 to 17th December 1965)
    1. DSO – Distinguished Service Order
    2. Secured Ladakh in 1948 Kashmir war
    3. General and Chief of Indian Army
    4. Padma Bhushan awardee
  1. Lt General A C Iyappa (2nd September 1913-?)
    1. MBE – Member of the Most Excellence Order of the British Empire
    2. Saw action in Malyan Campaign as Captain in 1942 against Japanese in WWII
    3. First Indian Signal officer in Chief
    4. Master General of Ordnance
    5. First Indian to be Colonel Commandant of the Corps of Signals
  1. Air Marshall C D Subbaiah (6th March 1924 – Present)
    1. Vir Chakra
    2. PVSM – Param Vishisht Seva Medal
    3. World War II Fighter Pilot
  1. Air Marshall KC Cariappa (4th January 1938 – Present)
    1. PVSM – Param Vishisht Seva Medal
    2. VM – Vayusena Medal
    3. Prisoner of War during 1965 Indo-Pakistan War
  1. Brigadier C B Ponnappa (31st May 1894-?)
    1. First batch of Commissioned Indian Officers (along with KM Cariappa)
    2. World War II Veteran
  1. Squadron Leader A B Devaiah (24th December 1932-?)
    1. Was Shot down by Enemy aircrafts presumably drying in Pakistan 1965 war
    2. Only Air Force Officer awarded with Maha Vir Chakra Posthumously
  1. Major M C Muthanna (21st April 1964 to 12th January 2000)
    1. Killed by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir in 2000
    2. Shaurya Chakra Awardee

Many other notable persons did grace the international and national stage from Coorg.

It’s really fascinating to know how the planned invasion of Indian Subcontinent by Alexander, ended with Greeks settling down in Coorg, which indeed served the Indian Armed forces. As an author, I did go through a lot of information before writing this article and it propelled me even learn more about the Indian Army Chiefs and Marshalls. While you enjoy reading this, I shall be enjoying finding more these great personalities!

-By Shiva N

 

Shocking facts that prove Lord Krishna lived for 126 years on Earth!

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Shocking facts that prove Lord Krishna lived for 126 years on Earth!

Shocking Facts That Prove Lord Krishna Lived For 126 Years On Earth

He is the Paramatma and the Almighty. He is fondly known as Gopala, Vasudeva or Sri Krishna. In Hindutva, Krishna is often considered as the complete manifestation of God who took the form of human flesh and blood. There are numerous astronomical and geographical references throughout Vedas and Puranas, which help in substantiating the fact that Krishna is indeed a factual living being, who wandered and graced this earth for over 120 years. His end marked the end of Dwapara Yuga and unleashed Kali Yuga.

shocking facts that prove lord krishna lived for 126 years on earth!The greatest epic and holy book in Hindutva, the Mahabharatha itself is a testimony to the existence of Lord Krishna, and everything narrated in it. As many as 150 celestial events that were mentioned during the Kurukshetra war, did match in the chronological order described in Mahabharatha when a series of simulation and astronomical analysis were carried. In the midst of research globally, few sections of Indian Science Community has made noble efforts to establish that, Lord Krishna was born on 21st July 3228, and breathe last on 18th February 3102 (Julian Calendar).

Many opinionate that it is impossible for any human being to live 120+ years.  But a team of doctors who were reportedly working on finding techniques to improve human life span concluded that human lifespan can be increased to 120 years, with utmost care, the healthy regime and practicing Kriya yoga. This report not only ends speculations about Krishna’s lifespan but also emphasizes on the fact that, many aspects of Mahabharata can be scientifically proven.   

shocking facts that prove lord krishna lived for 126 years on earth!

After referring various articles, books and available material, an effort has been made to list the chronological timeline just before and after the Kurukshetra war. Following is the chronological timeline that has been compiled based on extensive research:

18th November 3153 BCE    – Pandavas leave Hastinapura to spend 13 years in exile.

31st August 3139 BCE           – Lunar Eclipse

14th September 3139 BCE    – Solar Eclipse

25th September 3139 BCE    – Lord Krishna leaves to ‘Upaplavya Nagara’ on a peace-mission

28th September 3139 BCE    – Krishna reaches Hastinapura

03rd October 3139 BCE        – Balaram Leaves 

07th October   3139 BCE       – Krishna rides with Karna

13th October 3139 BCE         –Kurukshetra War begins

27thOctober 3139 BCE          – Marks the 14th day of the war. Continues into the wee hours

14thNovember 3139 BCE     – Balarama Returns

19thDecember 3139 BCE      – Winter Solstice Occurs (on Magha Shukla Saptami)

20thDecember 3139 BCE      – Bhishma’s demise (Magha Ashtami) 68th Day after the war began.

21st January 3102 BCE         – Curse from Gandhari and sages wiped Yadav clan completely.

23rd January 3102 BCE         – Krishna leaves his bodily form, after bowing to karma.

3000 BCE                               – Vedavyasa composes Vedas

1900 BCE                               – River Sarasvati dries up / disappeared.

*The above timeline follows proleptic Georgian Calendar. Any reference to Krishna’s path to abode on 18th February 3102is in reference to proleptic Julian calendar.

At the time of Kurukshetra war, Lord Krishna was 89 years old and Arjuna was 88 years. Both Krishna and Arjuna were born in the same year, Vishwavasu.

shocking facts that prove lord krishna lived for 126 years on earth!Tablet-like archaeological material found near the Mohenjo-Daro sites were dated back to 2600 BCE. These table-like findings had descriptions about an iconic figure resembling Lord Krishna. And other archaeological material found at the sites clearly supported that Krishna and the whole Mahabharata was factual. Likewise, the Greek records also make a note of Heracles (Krishna) who lived 138 generations before Alexander and Sandrocottas. Recorded history shows that Alexander and Sandrocottas (Chandragupta Maurya)lived around the 330 BCE. Taking 20 years as a median for each generation, Heracles is known to be existing around the 3090 BCE, an era which also coincides with the existence of Lord Krishna.

shocking facts that prove lord krishna lived for 126 years on earth!Post the Kurukshetra war, Lord Krishna paid a visit to Gandhari and Dhritarashtra. On seeing Lord Krishna, Gandhari who is already filled with immense grief and sorrow held Krishna responsible for the Kurukshetra war. ‘You were the Almighty, and you knew what was going to happen. Yet you made no efforts to stop it. I and my husband prayed for you, as Vishnu. If my devotion towards is true, you and your entire Yadav clan would be wiped away from the face of this earth and Dwaraka would be submerged in 36 years. You would pay for your deeds,’ cursed Gandhari. The Paramatma, looked at her smiled, only to draw more fear and anguish from Gandhari.

He went on to say, ‘There is no fault of mine in this. I did advise your sons’ not to invite war. I am everything: I am the Universe, I am the void, and I am the light and darkness. No karma can ever attach to me. But, to make your devotion true, which is, I shall take the Karma, I shall bear everything that has happened in front of me. You made my life easier, by cursing that entire Yadav clan would be wiped.’

Later, Lord Krishna left to the beautiful island of Dwaraka and ruled it for many years. With Rukmini, the goddess of wealth and wife of Krishna in Dwaraka, all the people in Dwaraka enjoyed a luxurious life. With time, the morals, goodness, and wiseness were disappearing. This can be marked as the ‘beginning’ of Kali-Yuga. With the 36th year after Kurukshetra war looming, events that were unheard and unseen took place.

shocking facts that prove lord krishna lived for 126 years on earth!Samba, son of Krishna and Jambavati became pregnant after a group of sages cursed him for his mischievous acts. He delivered a mace, which later played a major part in wiping out Yadav Clan. To add this, Krishna’s Sudarshan Chakra, the Panchajanya Shanka, and Balarama’s plough suddenly disappeared, as if into thin air.The kingdom of Dwaraka has seen infectious diseases being spread, and people committing sinful acts. Knowing all this, Krishna smile and asked Arjuna to take care of Dwaraka, and left in search of his brother Balarama. As Lord Krishna, left Dwaraka, a gigantic wave gulped the whole city into the ocean’s womb.

By the time, Krishna reached Balarama, the latter’s breathing has stopped and a thousand head serpent evolved from the air, and paid salutations to Krishna and left. It is believed that Adiseshu is none other than Balarama. To overcome by grief, after the loss of his brother, Krishna rested against a tree. The moving foot of Krishna from the bushes caught the attention of hunter who was passing by. The hunter assumed it as a deer and shot with a poison-tipped arrow. The arrow was crafted from a small piece of mace, which had its origin from Samba. The same mace was responsible for wiping out the entire Yadav Clan.

shocking facts that prove lord krishna lived for 126 years on earth!Realizing his mistake, the hunter, (who was Vaali in Treta Yuga), pleaded for forgiveness and refused to leave Krishna. But Krishna stated that it is just Karma siddhantha that prevailed, and his death was rightly deserved. ‘I killed you from behind in Treta Yuga as Rama,’ said Krishna to the hunter. Later, Krishna left his bodily form and left to the abode, where Adiseshu was already waiting for him.

This marked the end of Lord Krishna who wandered the same earth on which were are living today. He lived between 3228 BCE and 3102 BCE for about 126 years.

 

SHIVA. N

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