Hari OM
Prayer time:
We started the class by chanting OM 3 times followed by morning prayers- "Sahanaavathu" followed by Vakrathunda Mahakaya, Saraswathi Namsthubhyam, Guru Brahma and Buddhir balam.
Yoga Time:
Raji aunty taught us some stretching exercises. We will learn and continue our Yoga poses next time.
Bhagvatham Time:
Jaya and Vijaya:
Jaya and Vijaya were the royal gate keepers of the abode of Maha Vishnu. One day Brahmaji's four sons, the Sanatkumaras, came there to see Maha Vishnu. The Sanatkumaras, though they were very old, looked only like 5-year-old kids. They were very wise. They didn't dress very attractive. Seeing them not so attractive and well dressed, Jaya and Vijaya didn't let them go in and see Maha Vishnu. They were filled with pride and arrogance that they failed to recognize the greatness of the sages. The Sanatkumaras felt offended and spelled a curse on the two that they will descend on earth as terrible asuras. Immediately Jaya and Vijaya understood their mistake and asked for forgiveness. Because of this curse, they were born to Diti as Hirayaaksha and Hirayanyakashipu
Moral:
If we do wrong actions, we still must face the consequences even if we have love and devotion to the Lord.
Shloka Time:
We learnt verse 3 of Guru Stotram. Please continue to practice at home.
Geetha Chanting vs 39- 42
We concluded the class with the Pledge.
See you all next week!
With Love,
Indira & Raji Aunty