SIMPLE Physical Exercises to Promote a Healthy Life.
You can familiarize yourself with the exercise routine through daily practice over a few weeks.
Sound is very important and creates vibrations that affect our moods, motivates us and can create either positive or negative changes in individuals and groups.
There are SEED SOUNDS that were known to ancient Indian sages. They understood and used these seed sounds for Promoting Universal Peace and Protection.
Here are some seed sounds which when chanted creates vibrations that creates peace and provides protection to the person, society and the world.
OM NAMO HANUMATE NAMAHA OM NAMO HANUMATE NAMAHA
Each of the five faces of Hanuman represents one the five elements in nature;
(Space (Monkey), Air (Eagle), Fire (Lion), Water (Horse), Earth (Boar)).
Hanuman controls the five elements.
Seeking Help from Elders and those in Authority
THE FARMER AND THE BASIL GARDEN
In the early days, people would bring garlands for Swami during the prayer service, he would place these on the photos on the wall. Gradually the garlands were so large he could not help but wear them himself. The devotees were feeling very happy seeing the Swami wearing the garlands that they had made. One devotee Dwaraka who had been with Swami from childhood did not want anyone else’s garland to be larger than his and would ensure that every day he presented the largest basil (tulsi) garland to Swami.
One day a farmer came to Swami’s place asking, “Who is it that is called by the name Satyanarayana Swami?”
Swami was there himself and replied, “Say what you want, tell me the thing and it will reach him.”
The farmer guessed that this person must be a close disciple of that revered Swami. The farmer said, “Are there thieves and rowdies around your Swami? What kind of holy person is he?”
Swami replied, “Who has stolen from you?”
The farmer who was suffering now became angry, “Why should I talk with you? When that revered Swami comes out I will speak with him.”
Just then someone came and prostrated at the feet of the Swami. The farmer was confused and asked, “Who is this?” The new comer replied, “This is the holy and revered Satyanarayana Swami.”
The farmer was feeling embarrassed, took off his cloth from around his head (as a mark of respect) and paid respect at the feet of the Swami.
“Have no fear, tell me what has happened.” the Swami said.
The farmer replied, “Venerable Sir, I have a basil garden here in this city. That is the source of my livelihood. Of late every week thieves have been coming into it. The boys are stout like buffaloes and pick the leaves, toss it into bags and run away with them. On inquiring, I have come to know that they thieve the leaves only for your sake. Please save me.”
The Swami remained staring at him in surprise. “How much losses have you incurred on account of the boys?” asked the Swami.
“Roughly five hundred dollars ($500) Sir!” said the farmer.
“Look here, come tomorrow evening and take the $500, hereafter I will ensure there won’t be any theft in your garden.” The farmer went away joyfully.
A little later Dwaraka came to Swami in leaps and bounds of joy.
“What man! Have you got a job Dwaraka?” asked the Swami immediately on seeing him.
“Only the day before yesterday, I joined training because of your grace.” said Dwaraka.
“Oh, because of my grace every week, you are able to buy a bag of holy basil garland and offer it to me, aren’t you?
“Ah, your will, your pleasure, Swami.” Dwaraka replied.
“Because of my grace, aren’t you thieving in gardens!” shouted Swami. “Eh, Dwaraka, don’t pretend. Did you steal the basil or not??"
“Previously you used to steal coconuts. I told you to reform yourself but you did not pay heed. I kept you close hoping for your betterment, but you don’t seem to have the luck for improvement.” Swami spoke with an anguished heart. Dwaraka felt almost like crying.
Dwaraka had seen the harsh punishment Swami had given to someone only a few days before for stealing. He was very afraid. “Swami pardon me only for this time. Hereafter I’ll guard myself carefully against these bad habits. Please forgive me.” he begged Swami.
Dwaraka was sorry for what he had done. The Swami knew that stealing was wrong action but luckily for Dwaraka he gave him a second chance to try and improve himself. Swami gave the farmer the money as compensation for the losses he incurred due to Dwarka’s stealing of the basil (Tulsi) leaves from his garden.
The farmer suffered a loss from the robbers. Later he went to the person in authority to get justice. If he had tried to stop the boys, it is possible he could have been hurt.
MORAL:
By seeking the help of the Swami or someone in authority, the farmer was able to recover his loss.
Similarly, if you or someone you know is treated unkindly or unfairly, you can get the help of an adult to prevent further suffering to yourself or the person.
LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE STORY
i. The farmer possessed the tulsi plants that Dwaraka wanted. Dwaraka and his gang stole the leaves from the farmer.
ii. The farmer alone could not fight with a group of young men so he sought help from a person who was in authority, the Swami.
iii. The suffering farmer went to look for the Swami to ask for help. He met instead, a young person who was questioning him and he got angry.
iv. When the farmer realized that the person was the Swami, he showed his respect by removing his head wear and bowing to the Swami.
v. The farmer shared his sorrow with the Swami and asked for help.
vi. The Swami gave his word that he would compensate the farmer for his loss and the boys would not trouble him again.
vii. Dwaraka was afraid when he learnt that the Swami knew that he stole from the farmer. He was sorry for what he had done and asked the Swami to pardon him.
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