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501) What are the characteristics of Karma and its Doshas (Bad Deeds)?

Ans. Karmas (Actions) are classified under 3 categories based on their fruits. They are 1. Dhrutha Karmam, 2. Dhrutha-Adhrutha Karmam, 3. Adhrutha Karmam.

1. Drutha Karma Deeds = Does not have penance (Prayaschith). One must undergo the sufferings and nullify the effects of it. No point in doing Pariharam since it will have no effect.

2. Dhrutha-Adhrutha Karma Deeds = There is a Prayaschith/Pariharam is prescribed in the Sasthras. Pariharam is good and highly recommended.

3. Adhrutha Karma Deeds = There is no need for Pariharams since the mistakes are negligible and petty issues (especially done through Mind/Maanasika). Even if you don’t do the Pariharam, still you will enjoy life.

502) What are the Two Pariharams (Santhi Karma)?

Ans. 1. Dhrushta Santhi (You know the results you will be getting after doing Pariharam), 2. Adhrushta Santhi (You don’t know what kind of results you be getting after doing the Pariharam).

503) What are the Saktha Mathaachaarams (Cult and Culture)?

Ans. Mainly 3 types 1. Kaula Matham, 2. Misra Matham, 3. Samaya Matham.

504) What are the types of Parasakthi Upasana Poojas practiced?

Ans. Maily 3 types 1. Baahya Pooja (External worships), 2. Kaula Maarga Baahya Pooja, 3. Samayachara Pooja.

505) What are the Chandra Kala Vidhyas (Misra Matha Thanthrams – Multicultural worship tactics)?

Ans. They are 8 types. 1. Chandra kala, 2. Jyothsnaavathy, 3. Kalanidhi, 4. Kularnavam, 5. Kuleswari, 6. Bhuvaneswari, 7. Bharhaspathyam, 8. Dhurvaasmitham.

506) What are the 64 Maha Thanthras (Great Techniques) as per Bhaghavatham?

Ans. 1. Maha Maya Thanthram, 2. Sambara Thanthram, 3. Yogini Thanthram, 4. Jaala Sambaram, 5. Thathwa Sambarakam, 6. Bhairavashtakam, 7. Brahmi, 8. Maheswari, 9. Kaumari, 10. Vaishnavi, 11. Varahi, 12. Indrani, 13. Chamunda, 14. Sivadhoothi, 15. Brahmayamalam, 16. Vishnuyamalam, 17. Rudrayamalam, 18. Lakshmiyamalam, 19. Umayamalam, 20. Skandhayamalam, 21. Ganesayamalam, 22. Jayadhrathayamalam, 23. Chandragnaanam, 24. Malini Thanthram, 25. Mahasamohanam, 26. Mahochhushtam, 27. Vaathulam, 28. Vaathulotharam, 29. Hrulbedham, 30. Thanthrabedham, 31. Guhyathathram, 32. Kaamikam, 33. Kalaa Vadham, 34. Kalaa Saaram, 35. Kubjikamatham, 36.Thanthrotharam, 37. Veenakhyam, 38. Throthalam, 39. Throthalotharam, 40. Panchamrutham, 41. Roopa Bedham, 42. Bhoothothsamaram, 43. Kulasaram, 44. Kulossisam, 45. Kulachoodamani, 46. Sarva-Gnaanotharam, 47. Mahakalee Matham, 48. Mahalakshmi Matham, 49. Sidhayogeswari Matham, 50. Kuroopika Matham, 51. Devaroopika Matham, 52. Sarveera Matham, 53. Vimala Matham, 54. Poorvamnaaya Thanthram, 55. Paschimamnaaya Thanthram, 56. Dakshinaamnaaya Thanthram, 57. Utharamnaaya Thanthram, 58. Oordhwamnaaya Thanthram, 59. Vaiseshika Thanthram, 60. Ghnaanaarnavam, 61. Veeravali Thanthram, 62. Arunesam, 63. Mohineesam, 64. Viswa-dheswara Thanthram. Except Mahathmaas or God incarnation, who can learn all these!

507) Which is the 65th Thanthram?

Ans. This is a Unique Thanthra Vidhya known as Vaamakeswara Thanthram or Khaadhi Matham (Vidya).

508) What is Khaadhi Matham (Sect or Cult)?

Ans. This is the most secret way of worshipping Goddess Parasakthi. In this method, all secrets are revealed to Devi Upasakan by the respected Guru. There are not enough competent Gurus are available in today’s world.

509) Which ingredient to be used for Bindhu Tharpanam during Paraskthi Pooja (As per Kaula Matham)?

Ans. As per Sri Vidhya Upasana Sasthram, all four Varnees can conduct this Tharpanam (Offerings). 1. Brahmins should do with Kheeram (Fresh Cow Milk), 2. Kshathriyas should perform with Aajyam (Cow Ghee), 3. Vaisyas with Madhu (Honey) and 4. Soodhraas can do with Madhyam (Grape Fruit Juice or Liquor).

510) Which are the knowledge (Ghnaanam) that will help to know Goddess Parsakthi?

Ans. 14 approaches are mentioned. 4 Vedas, 6 Sasthras, 4 Maarga Sasthras.

512. What is Savithri Gayathri (commonly known as Gayathri)?

Ans. Gayathri is a Manthra (Hymn) composed by Sage Viswamithra. It has 24 syllables (Maathraas). Gayathri is the topmost in Vedas and it has two aspects viz. 1. Spashtam (The Savithri Gayathri), 2. Rahasyam (The Secret Manthra of Goddess Bala Thripura Sundari).

513) What is Hrillekha Swaroopam?

Ans. It is a symbol like Moon Cresent. It has 12 syllables viz. Hakaram, Repham, Eekaram, Bindhu, Ardhachandra, Rodhini, Naadham, Naadhaantham, Sakthi, Vyaapika, Samana, Unmani.

514) Who gets importance and worshipped in Sri Chakra?

Ans. Though the Bindhu (Dot) is represented by Kameswara, yet the worshipper invokes the power of Sri Devi on it and not Kameswara Swaroopam. There is no importance for Kameswara in Sri Chakram.

515) What are the Nava Vyooham (Nine Chambers) of Sri Anandha Bhairavi?

Ans. It is divided into 3 parts viz. Bhoktha, Bhogam, and Bhoghyam. Here the Bhoktha is Aathma Vyooham, Bhogam is Ghnaana Vyooham and Bhoghyam are Kaala Vyooham, Kula Vyooham, Naama Vyooham, Naadha Vyooham, Bindhu Vyooham, Kalaa Vyooham, Jeeva Vyooham.

516) How Goddess Parasakthi transformed herself as Pancha Bhootham (5 Elements) in the human body?

Ans. Mooladharam = Bhumi Thathvam (Earth Element), Swadhishtanam = Agni Thathvam (Fire Element), Manipoorakam = Jala Thathvam (Water Element), Anahatham = Vaayu Thathvam (Air Element), Visudham = Aakasa Thathvam (Space Element) and in Aaghnaa = Mana Thathvam (Mind Element).

517) What are the Vedas and its direct Upa Vedas?

Ans. Righveda = Ayurveda (Life Science), Yajurveda = Dhanurvedam (Archery Science), Samaveda = Ghandharvaveda (Music Science), Adharvanaveda = Sthapathyaveda (Science of Architecture).

518) Why Mooladhara and Swadhishtana Chakras are very important for Human life?

Ans. Because it has all the most important elements placed in the form of Petals. Mooladhara Chakra has 4 petals viz. Mana, Bhudhi, Chittham, Ahamkara and Swadhishtana Chakra has 6 petals viz. Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Madha, Mathsaryam.

519) How did the Pancha Bhoothas (Five Elements) was created?

Ans. From Supreme Soul/Aathma = Aakaasa (Space), from Aakaasa = Vaayu (Air), from Vaayu = Agni (Fire), from Agni = Jala (Water) and from Jala = Prithvi (Earth) came in to existence.

520) What one should do to get Mukti Sidhi (Liberation at will)?

Ans. Unless one worship Paradevatha Parasakthi it is impossible to attain liberation (Mukti), that too, subject to realizing Bhramanubhavam (Experience of Oneness), achieving Jithendriyathwam (Winning over sensual pleasure), following Sathyam (Truthfulness), practising Jeeva Karunyam (Helping everything with compassion without any expectations).

521) What is Sri Chakram and who made this?

Ans. The creator is Parasakthi Herself. This was designed for Devotee. It has Thrikona Chambers, Residing Chambers, Power of Siva and Sakthi conjunction. One form of worshipping method among Manthra, Thanthra, and Yanthra. Sri Chakram worship will fall under Yanthra Sadhana discipline.

522) What is Thurya Avastha (Superior Power in the deep state)?

Ans. Aathma (Soul) has 5 states starting from Jagrath, Swapna, Sushuptha, Thurya, and Thuryaatheetha. The 4th state of the Aathma is called Thurya Avastha. In this state, one crosses the boundaries of Prapancha (Visible World/Manifested form of Brahman) and Self awareness or consciousness, however, the Chith-Sakthi remain intact to record the experiences it is undergoing. This state is experienced in just above the Aagna Chakra (Center point between two eyebrows). In fact, this is the place where one should do Manasa Sri Chakra Pooja.

523) What is called Nirvikalpa Samadhi or Vidheha Mukthi?

Ans. This is the state beyond Thurya Avastha and Chith Sakthi. No beginning nor end… it is completely a free-floating state. In this state, there is nothing to be done.

524) Who compiled Anandha and Saundharya Lahari of Devi Parasakthi?

Ans. Initially, it was scribbled by a Sidhar called “Dravida Sisu” who was fortunate to have divine mother Parvathi Devi’s Sthanyam (Breast Milk or Divine Syrup). Upon consuming this milk, he became a competent scholar and wrote whatever he knew about Goddess Parvathi (Depicted on the walls or rock pieces of Mount Kailas / Himalayas). When Adhi Sankaracharya visited Holy Mount Kailas, Dravida Sisu tried to erase as much as possible, but at one site Aadhi Sankara memorized most of the contents on the wall and re-composed it as Saundharya Lahari (Ecstasy of Beauty). The first part is known as “Anandha Lahari” (Ecstasy of Joy) from Dravida Sisu and it has 41 stanzas, and “Saundharya Lahari” by Sri Adhi Sankaracharya with 59 stanzas. Total of 100 verses about Aadhi Parasakthi’s secrets and sacred activities. There is confusion regarding Dravida Sisu’s existence. Some scholars say Aadhi Sanakarachaya himself was Dravida Sisu (means who come from South India where three-quarters of the land meet with three seas viz. Indian, Bengal and Arabiya sea. As we all know Sankara is from Kaladi in the Kerala State of India.

525) What is the specialty of Parasakthi’s three eyes and how it helps the creation?

Ans. Her Right eye is Sun/Soorya (Day Time), Left eye is Moon/Chandra (Night Time) and the Third Center eye known as Baala Nethram is Agni/Fire (Cusp of day and night called Sandhya). The speciality of these eyes is the cause and signification of Time and Space viz Dina (Day), Rathri (Night), Sandhya (Cusp), Dina (Day), Paksha (Fortnight), Maasa (Month), Rithu (6 seasons @ 2 months each), Ayanam (2 seasons @ 6 months each), Varsha (Year), Yuga (Club of Multiple years) and Kalpa (Innumerable human years).

526) Which are the 8 beautiful cities liked by Mother Parvathi Devi?

Ans. They are 8 cities viz. Visala Nagaram, Kalyani Nagaram, Ayodhya Nagaram, Dhara Nagaram, Madhura Nagaram, Bhoghavathi Nagaram, Avandhi Nagaram, Vijaya Nagaram. Now some of these places are having different names!

527) What are the types of Aspects (Drushti) of Parasakthi in her divine play?

Ans. They are 8 known as Sringara (Pretty), Bheebhathsa (Wicked/Cruel), Raudra (Anger), Athbhutha (Wonderful), Bhaya (Fear), Veera (Brave), Haasya (Laughing), Karuna (Compassionate).

528) How to identify Maha Bhaghya Yogam in Humans (Very lucky and wise people through their Eyes?

Ans. Eyes with Red lines (nerves) indicating that such people are luckiest and wise in this world.

529) What is the significance of three 3 lines in Parasakthi’s neck?

Ans. It indicates with three super qualities such as Gathi (Liberation), Ghamakam (Ornamentation), Gheetham (Music). These are her inborn qualities. These lines are also seen in human beings and they possess such qualities too.

530) What are the two specialties of Earth which are not there in other planets?

Ans. It has two precious qualities such as “Guruthwam (Grace of Gurus)” and “Vistharam (Vast Plains)”.

531) What is the specialty of Parasakthi’s lotus feet?

Ans. It is filled with Upanishads i.e. particles of absolute knowledge (Uthama Ghnaan), that removes all confusions, illusions, and ignorance.

532) Where Sri Devi Mahathmyam is kept/stored and who are the narrating contributors?

Ans. It is kept in the Markandeya Puran. The Markandeya Puran has 134 Chapters, 6800 slokas, in which 78 to 90 = 13 Chapters are Devi Mahathmyam. The Authors are 1. Sri Markandeya Muni, 2. Jaimini – the disciple of Sage Veda Vyaasa, 3. 4 birds known as children of Dhrona named (Pingakshan, Vibhodhan, Suputhran, Sumukhan), 4. Kraushtuki Rishi.

533) How one should worship or the procedure of chanting Sri Devi Mahathmyam?

Ans. It was advised by Lord Paramasiva himself as first Argalam for Dhuritha Santhi (for removing obstacles and find peace of mind), Keelakam for Udhishta Phalam (to achieve all desires/wishes), Kavacham (to get all types of protections), then chant Sapthasathi (700) slokas.

534) What is known as Murthi Thrayam in Sri Devi Mahathmyam?

Ans. Thamo Guna represented by Mahakali (Nigraham of Madhu-Kaitabha through Vishnu Maya and Yoganidhra Devi), Rajo Guna represented by Mahalakshmi (Nigraham of Mahishasuran), Sathwa Guna represented by Maha Saraswathy (Nigraham of Sunbha and Nisumbha).

535) What is the meaning or status of a Gruhastha Pathni (Wife of family man)?

Ans. A woman getting married to a man for Yagnaanushtanam (To perform all types of rituals and penance) is known as Pathni.

536) Who is the Consort (Wife) of Agruhasthan (Sanyasi)?

Ans. His own Sathwika Bhudhi. However, unless he/she posses the special divine Bhudhi, he/she won’t be able to surrender to Aathma.

537) What are the Nava Murthi Swaroopam or Nava Durga Swaroopam of Parasakthi?

Ans. Sailaputhri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanda, Kusmanda, Skanthamatha, Karthyayani, Kaalarathri, Mahagauri, Sidhidha.

538) What are the components of Ashtadasa Vidhya (18 Eternal Knowledge)?

Ans. 4 Vedas, 6 Vedangas, 8 Sasthra = 18.

539) What are the Ashta Sasthras (8 Scientific treatises)?

Ans. A mix of 4 Vedangas and 4 Sasthras put together called Ashta Sasthras. They are Mimaamsa, Nyaya Sasthra, Puran, Dharma Sasthra, Ayurveda, Dhanurveda, Ghandharva veda, Artha Sasthra.

540) What are the Shada Gunas (6 adorable special qualities)?

Ans. Sandhi (Treaty), Vigraham (Hostility), Yaanam (Vehicle/Travel), Aasanam (Comfortable Seat), Dhwaitham (Duality), Aasrayam (Shelter).

541) What are the Sapthopayas (7 Tactics)?

Ans. Sama, Dhana, Bhedha, Dhandam, Upeksha, Maaya, Indrajaalam.

542) What are the Maha Puranaas?

Ans. Total 18 Maha Puranas exists. Brahma, Pathmam, Vaishnava, Saiva, Bhagavatham, Bhavishyath, Naradha, Markandeya, Agni, Brahmavaivartham, Linga, Varaha, Skandha, Vamana, Koorma, Mathsya, Garuda, Brahmanda Puran.

543) From which year Kumba Mela started celebrating or gained popularity?

Ans. During the period King Harshavardhan (North India), period 590-647 AD. It was popularized or propagated during the period of Adi Sankaracharya 788-822 AD. Once in every 6 years between 15th March and 4th April. Approximately 120 million will gather in Kumba Nagari.

544. Who are the 7th and 8th Manus of Manwantharas (Out of 14)?

Ans. They are children of Lord Sun. Sun had 2 consorts viz: 1. Sanghya = Vaivaswathan, Yamadharman & Yamuna. 2. Savarni (Chhaya Devi or Sanghya) = Saavarni, Sani, Thapathi/Bhadra.

545) What are the 7 causes that make set back for Kings?

Ans. Sthri (Womanising), Akshadevana Krida (Dice game), Mrugaya (Hunting), Madhyapaan (Consuming liquor), Parushavaak (Impertinent talk), Dhanda-Naishtooryam (Severe Punishments), Vyartha Vyayam (Spend thrift).

546) How one uses to get importance and respect as per their Chathurvarnyam (4 sect division) the in olden era?

Ans. People based on their sect, respect is attracted towards them. 1. Brahman/Vipran = Through True Knowledge and Wisdom, 2. Kshathriyan = Through Brave activities, 3. Vaisyan = Wealth and Trade success, 4. Soordran = Based on his Age.

547) What is the significance of Lobh (Greed)?

Ans. Eagerness as well as desire to grab others wealth, at the same time not to spend own wealth.

548) What are the differences between Suthan and Puthran?

Ans. Though both are children of parents, the child who is not fulfilling the duties towards Parents is called “Suthan”. At the same time helping the parents while alive and conduct final rites and rituals after demise to save them from falling into the hell is Puthran.

549) What is Vishaya Ghyaanam (Sensual Pleasure and Attachment to the worldly affairs)?

Ans. This knowledge or interest is there in every being from birth itself. Though it is natural but need to be controlled for higher success.

550) What is the Two main Knowledge (Ghyaan)?

Ans. 1. Paramathma Ghyaan (Spiritual Knowledge), 2. Vishaya Ghyaan (Material Knowledge).

551) What makes Human beings different from Animal?

Ans. Easwara Ghyaan (Knowledge on God). In other words, Ghyaana-Heen (The one who does not possess True Knowledge) is equal to an Animal.

552) What is Moha (Desire)?

Ans. Lack of confinement in good things at the same time no confinement in bad things is called desire.

553) What is called Upadhi (Substitute or Representing Device)?

Ans. Due to self-involvement, if, one re-produce or represent one’s own Character or Dharma (Righteous) that “Thing” is called Upadhi. It could be a person or an object.

554) What are the main types of Vidhya (Knowledge) in Vedas?

Ans. 2 types. 1. Para = that is “Absolute Truth” – Parasakthi Herself, 2. Apara = that “Sikha Kalpam” – Various instructions for self-development.

555) What is Brahmam or Prabrahmam (The Absolute)?

Ans. Vedam (Absolute True Knowledge that is Self).

556) When is Sandhya Time (Cusp period) occur?

Ans. Mainly 2 Sandhyas viz. Pratha Sandhya (morning) and Sayam Sandhya (evening). Pratha Sandhya timing is 1 hour 36 minutes (4 Nazhika) before Sun Rise and Sayam Sandhya timing is 48 minutes (2 Nazhika) post-Sun Set.

557) What is called Guna Nirnayam (Attributes of Karma/Actions)?

Ans. There are 3 main and important Karma divisions prescribed by the Vedas of Sanathana Dharma. These Gunas (Quality/Attributes) drive a person to commit respective actions viz. Sathwa Guna person will do Punya Karma (Holy work), Rajo Guna person will commit Misritha Karma (Good and Bad), and Thamo Guna person will commit Paapa Karma (Unholy deeds).

558) What are the 2 Sakthis (Ability or Strength or Power) of God?

Ans. 1. Vidhya = Prakasa (True Knowledge), 2. Avidhya = Maya (DarkneIllusionion).

559) What is Medha Sakthi (Talent/Intelligence)?

Ans. The brain that can grasp innumerable deep meanings of various books (especially holy, virtuous and law books) is called Medha Sakthi.

560) What is Smruthi (Hindu Law Book or Awareness)?

Ans. The person who creates law and order or rules and regulations for living in a civilized manner, based on his hand on experience that prompted him to be an extraordinary conscious person.

561) What is Mathi (Intuitive Power)?

Ans. A person who can foresee things in advance is called Mathi or Intuitive Power.

562) What is Budhi (Memory Power of Brain)?

Ans. A force that helps a person to act according to the situation is called Budhi.

563) What is Pragna (Remembering and Retrieving capacity of Brain)?

Ans. When Smruthi, Mathi, and Budhi act together it is called Pragna.

564) What is Santhosha (Happiness)?

Ans. Satisfaction or Contentment with whatever is received.

565) What is Santhi (Peace)?

Ans. When all the Indriyas (10) are under the control of self, such a state produces Santhi (Peace). It is a state that continuously changes due to variations with or without reasons. Why because Indriyas has open (Sthoola) and subtle (Sookshma) activities which no artificial intelligence can measure or find out.

566) What is Kshanthi (Tolerance)?

Ans. It is a state of Self-respect or Inwardness. Even if a person who has been continuously discouraged, ignored, beaten, talked bad about or shame him/her by others, yet, the person does not revolt or react to the situation in whatsoever way (Manasa-Vacha or Karmana) is to be considered that he/she is the master of Kshanthi Sakthi.

567) How many Sruthis (Vedas) exits?

Ans. Total of 22

568) How do one start creating Sthothram of a God or Goddess?

Ans. 5 stages to be followed. 1. The outer Indriyas must be controlled and make them look inside, 2. Drag and place the Mind in Bhudhi (who has the natural tendencies of Sankalpa-Vikalpa i.e Elasticity), 3. With that refined concentrated Bhudhi, imagine and create the beautiful form of God, 4. Whatever one could see with his/her own inner eyes should be praised or narrated with words, 5. Enjoy the confluence of these Antha Karanas will turn towards making “lyrics”.

569) What is Sashtanga Pranaamam / Namaskaram (Prostration)?

Ans. Touching 8 Angas (Limbs or Part of the body) in the earth while doing a prostration in front of God or Elders is called Sashtanga Namaskaram. Those Eight Angas are Chest, Head, Lips (Vaak), Center of Eye Brows (Mind), Eyes, Both Legs, Both Hands, Both Knees.

570) Who are Sukruthis (Owners of Holy Deeds)?

Ans. A person who enjoys the best in this life, due to his/her good Karma of past birth. Initially, after the death, the soul ascends itself to Swarga (Paradise) and enjoys the ultimate comforts of the celestial world. Thereafter, the soul descends to earth and enjoy the remaining good deeds. This is the reward of Sukrutham.

571) Who is Paapis (Owners of Unholy Deeds)?

Ans. A person who undergoes severe hard life is a Paapi. It is due to his/her bad Karma deeds of past birth. After the death, the soul enters the hell (Narakam) and undergo severe punishments there. At one point, the soul again descends to earth and take birth as low-class creatures. Once the bad Karma is about to getting over then the Soul is given a chance to take a low-class human being.

572) In which form Goddess’s presence is felt in a person’s house?

Ans. In the house of Sukruthis, she resides as “Maha Lakshmi” and in Dushkruthis (Sinners) house as “MooDevi”.

573) Who are saints (Santh or Sath)?

Ans. These people possess 3 great qualities viz. 1. Upthpathi Sudhi (Refined Birth), 2. Vidhya Sudhi (Scholar), 3. Karma Sudhi (Good Actions).

574) What is Samam (Patience/Control)?

Ans. The nature of Indriyas is always trying to fly and follow the Vishayas (Sensual Pleasure), whereas a Yogi will try to control the speed of its feelings and stop it is called Samam.

575) What is called Dhamam (Self Restraint / Control)?

Ans. When the Chittha is stable or constant in divine thinking such a stage is called Dhamam

576) What is called Dosham (Disorder)?

Ans. Desires or Passions or Illegitimate Wishes.

577) What is the role or involvement of God in a devotee’s life?

Ans. Due to God’s compassionate nature, when God decided to save him/her from sufferings, the God will push him to do all kind of good karma/deeds, since the worldly life is full of sorrows and sufferings.

578) What are the Ashta Gandhas (8 fragrances) considered by the Saktha Sampradhayam (Sakthi Worship)?

Ans. 8 types of fragances are 1. Adavikkacholam, 2. Kaaka Thulasi, 3. Karpooram, 4. Kumkumam, 5. Akil, 6. Chandhanam, 7. Jadaamaanchi, 8. Gorochanam.

579) What is Pancha Dhoopam used in Poojas?

Ans. 1. Kundhurukkam, 2. Akil, 3. Karpooram, 4. Swetha Chandhanam, 5. Ghulgulu.

580) What is called Hitham (Goodness)?

Ans. Unfading Prosperity

581) What is called Priyam (Favour)?

Ans. Temporary gains or profits.

582) What is the best and easy route to achieving success in a difficult time?

Ans. Undergo Tapas (Asceticism) or Do Upavasam which is better than even Tapas.

583) What is the real form of Sri Devi / Parasakthi?

Ans. When a devotee or yogi achieves the Paramanandham (unexplainable, unbearable limitless happiness) that stage is called Moksham. This state is the form of Parasakthi.

584) What is the Maya Sakthi  (Illusionary powers of God)?

Ans. They are 3 types viz. 1. Ghnaana Sakthi, 2. Vikshepa Sakthi, 3. Aavarana Sakthi.

585) Who are the fundamental Sakthis (Goddesses)?

Ans. Sri Devi has 3 aspects of Sakthis (Her Derived or Manifested forms) as Sathwika, Rajasika, and Thamasika Sakthis. Sathwika Sakthis are Sri Parvathi, Sri Bhagavathi/Sri Lakshmi, and Sri Saraswathi. Rajasika Sakthis are Soolinyaadhi Devis and Thamasiva Sakhis are Sivadhoothyadi Devis.

586) What are the stages of Ayus (life span) and its results?

Ans. Up to the age of 8, the baby can undergo Balarishtam and between 8 and 20 called Yogarishtam whereas the life span is called Alpayuss (up to 32 years), Madhyamaayus (up to 70 years) and Poornayuss (up to 100 years).

587) What are the types of Bhudhi in human beings?

Ans. They are categorized into 3 groups viz. 1. Sathwika Bhudhi who is interested in learning and practicing Veda Sasthras and Academics, 2. Rajasa Bhudhi who prefer to work tirelessly and earn money to lead a comfortable life, 3. Thamasa Bhudhi who try to steal and deceive anyone and earn a lively hood.

588) What are the core categories of Srushti (Creation)?

Ans. They are 3 types viz. Sathwika Srusthi made up of only Good Deeds (Punya) only = Divine Celestial Bodies / Angles, 2. Rajasa Srushti made up of Good and Bad (Mix of Punya and Paapa) Deeds = Humans, 3. Thamasik Srusthi made up only Bad Deeds (Only Paapa) = Sthavara Jangamas and other species (animals, etc).

589) What are the core categories of Sthithi (Sustainability or Administration)?

Ans. 1. Sathwikam = Ahimsa Paripalanam (Protect Nonviolence / Harmlessness), 2. Rajasikam = Dhanditham (Punish the sinner or guilty), 3. Thamasikam = Niraparadhi Dhandanam (Punishing innocent beings).

590) What is Dhruthi (Alive or Existing) and its types?

Ans. One to succeed in the hunger of Sex and Stomach is called Dhruthi Sakthi. They are classified into 3 categories viz. Sathwika Dhuthi = Strictly prohibiting illegitimate sex with others and foods, 2. Rajasika Dhruthi = Due to social customs or compulsion staying away from illegitimate relationships and having outside food, 3. Thamasa Dhruthi = Restricting illegitimate relationship with sexual partners only because of the fear of legal punishment.

591) What are the fundamental differences of Sidhi (accomplishment)?

Ans. 3 Types. Sathwika Sidhi rewards the “Saakshath Mokha”, Rajasika Sidhi rewards the “Brahma Padha Praapthi” and Thamasik Sidhi gives “Paisaacha Roopa Prapthi”.

592) What are the fundamental divisions of Dhaya (Compassion)?

Ans. 3 Types. Whenever good people suffer and the witnesser gets compassion towards them means the person is having “Sathwika Dhaya”, whereas, during rich peoples’ suffering time if one gets compassion that shows the person is having “Rajasik Dhaya” and finally the compassion that flows whenever bad people or sinners suffers is called “Thamasik Dhaya”.

593) What are the fundamental divisions of Medha (Extraordinary brain power)?

Ans. 3 Types. 1. Sathwika Medha = A person having the ability to absorb, understand and discriminate the real meanings of Vedas and Sasthras advised by his/her Guru, 2. Rajasika Medha = A person having the ability to learn and understand the righteous books meant for human development, 3. Thamasika Medha = A person’s interest to learn and understand any type of commercial books that will enrich material comforts.

594) What are the fundamental divisions of Thaapa (Mental or Physical Pain)?

Ans. 3 types viz 1. Aadhyathmika Thaapam = The uncomfortable stage that caused by the body and mind, 2. Aadhi Dhaiveeka Thaapam = The uncomfortable situations that caused by the wrath or curse of Yaksha, Devas, Rakshasas or climatic conditions, 3. Aadhi Bhauthika Thaapam = The uncomfortable situations that arose from all 4 types of beings and species.

595) What are the 3 types of Dhur Nimithams (Bad Omen or Signs)?

Ans. They are 1. Aadhyathmika Pathaka = Left side eyes or hands vibrate or tremble, 2. Aadhi Dhaiveeka Pathakas = Indications from natural calamities, fall of meteorite or asteroid or comets, 3. Aadhi Bhauthika Pathakas = Excessive lust, fevers and other ailments.

596) Who are the real Maarga Dharsis (Gurus) of Sanathana Dharma (Hinduism)?

Ans. Dedicating the entire life for realizing God and serve the people without any expectations are the real Maarga Dharsis.

597) Who are the Saptha Chiram Jivees (Ever living persons)?

Ans. They 7 people, who live forever due to their specific reasons. 1. Aswathama (Cursed to live), 2. Mahabali (Due to invaluable charity), 3. Vyasa (Due to Knowledge), 4. Hanuman (Due to Ascetic Power), 5. Vibhishana (Due to Bhakti), 6. Kripan (Due to Negligence), 7. Parasuraman (Due to Ego). All these qualities are living in the human body itself if humans exist on this earth.

598) Who is a genuine Sanyasi (Renouncer)?

Ans. A person who renounced 6 inherited qualities of humans, they are 1. Dhehadhyasam (Body Comforts), 2. Dheha Chindha (Body conscious), 3. Swarthadha (Selfishness), 4. Vasanaas (Pleasure seeking habits), 5. Ahantha (Ego), 6. Abhimana (Pride).

599) What are the gateways for Mokha Dham (Liberation or Nothingness state)?

Ans. According to Sanathana Dharma Sasthras and Vedas, there are 4 doors to enter the Mokha Dham. 1. Sathsangam (Company of wise), 2. Santhi (Peace), 3. Santhosha (Happiness), 4. Vichara (Think and Discriminate).

600) What is Sathsangam (Company of wise)?

Ans. 2 approaches: 1. 100% concentration on Brahman or merged with Brahman, 2. Company of wise men.

601) What is the fundamental relationship between a true Guru and Sishya (Master and Disciple)?

Ans. The relationship is tied with three threads viz: 1. Upanishad (Sitting very close to a realized Guru, who has consciously received the grace of Paramathma, so that the same Chaithanyam (Consciousness) can be well received by the Disciple), 2. Upasana (Devotion towards God and its worship), 3. Sathsangam (Company of wise men, good likeminded spiritual people).

602) Who is Punya-Aathmas (Holy People)?

Ans. They are the embodiment or descendants of God / Brahma Chaithanyam in human form. They can be direct or indirect; representing the personalities of Cosmic Cause.

603) What should one do to get the full benefits of Sathsangam?

Ans. The Seeker or the person who wish to get benefits out of Sathsangam must hold on to the following terms and conditions – physically and mentally. They are 1. He/She must keep in mind that my knowledge is limited, 2. Guru’s knowledge is infinite, 3. Many things which I don’t know can be clarified by my Guru, 4. Be satisfied with existing knowledge, 5. Should not have any type of ego/pride on the existing knowledge.

604) How to know whether the Aathma (Soul) has an influence of Ego in it?

Ans. The person will think, talk and act (Manasa-Vacha-Karmana) with an “I” attitude.

605) What is the goal of Sathsangam or what should be done to be a good Sathsanghee?

Ans. The person must renounce selfishness and give importance to consciousness than the mortal body. Thereafter, be an obedient follower or behave like a shadow of the realized Guru with an attitude that the “Absolute Truth” is helping me to achieve liberation from transmigration in the form of Guru.

606) What is the real advice of Vedantha?

Ans. Know what this world is so that the world won’t trouble you.

607) What are the Two Bits of knowledge (Ghyaan)?

Ans. 2 Types, 1. Laukika Ghnaanam (Material Knowledge gained through Dasa Indriyas – with or without efforts), 2. Aadhyaathmika Ghnaanam (Spiritual Knowledge gained only through efforts by controlling Mind, Budhi, Chitha, Ahamkara and all kind of Yogas)

608) What the core divisions of Vedas (Knowledge from the Cosmic Nature)?

Ans. 2 Types, 1. Karma Kandam (Actions) – Suggests that in the current life, one to achieve all kind of comforts and prosperities legitimately, then, after the death to enjoy the rewards of all good deeds, a person must conduct Yaga-Yagna-Dharmam (Offerings, Worships, Charity), 2. Ghnaana Kandam (Knowledge) – Reveals that one must spiritually realize in this life itself that there is only One Truth (God) who does not have form, duality, constant, immortal and it is absolute truth itself.

609) What is the core subject taught in Rigveda?

Ans. Rigveda Mantras (Hymn) are revealed to praise “Divine Personalities” who can help in achieving a comfortable life for all beings, especially for Humans.

610) What is the core subject taught in Yajurveda?

Ans. Yajurveda Mantras (Hymns) are revealing that how to perform the Yagas and Yagnas with the help of various Mantras and practical skills.

611) What is the core subject taught in Samaveda?

Ans. It teaches how to pronounce Veda Mantras in Music form so that it can please the respective Gods and Nature quickly. In this way, the Kartha benefits best results for his efforts.

612) What is the core subject taught in Atharvanaveda?

Ans. It teaches “Aabhichara Kriya” (Magic/Exorcising). Method of Punishing the targeted person.

613) What are the subchapters for each Vedas?

Ans. Every Veda has 4 zones (Total 4×4 = 16) each by the name of 1. Samhitha (Mantras and Praising of Gods), 2. Bhraahmanam (Rules and Meanings of Manthras), 3. Aaranyakam (Fasting and Adoration), 4. Upanishad (Spiritual Knowledge and Matters).

614) How does a Hindu (Sanathana) worship/follow Veda Adhyayanam (Practice) as per their respective Varna Asrama class?

Ans. 1. Brahmachari = Samhitha Padanam (Learning Manthras), 2. Gruhasthan = They conduct Yaag and Yagna as per the principles of Brahmna Dharma, 3. Vaanaprasthan = They conduct Dhyana Kriya as prescribed in the Aaranyakam, 4. Sanyasi = They follow Gnaana Yogam as prescribed in the Upanishad.

615. Who are the important and close disciples of Sri Veda Vyasa Acharya and what did he teach them?

Ans. 1. Pailayn (Head of Rigvedam), 2. Vaisambayanan (Head of Yajurvedam), 3. Jaimini (Head of Samavedam), 4. Sumanthu (Head of Adharvanavedam).

616) How many important Upanishad were taught in the Upanishad period?

Ans. 108 Upanishads as mentioned in the Mukthopanishad of Yajurveda.

617) Which are the Upanishads that came into existence in recent history, that does not have Vedic acceptance or recognition?

Ans. In the 16th century, it came into existence. They were 1. Allahu Upanishad and 2. Chrithopanishad.

618) What are the subtle characteristics of Aathma (Description of the Soul)?

Ans. The Soul is constant in nature, always in solitude, faster than the mind, no Indriyas can catch-up or control, it forces the Prana (life energy) to enter the body of all living beings and conduct its natural activities known as Karma.

619) What should be the goal of this life (Jeevitha Lakshyam)?

Ans. Becoming a master of Aathmaikhya-thwa-ghnaanam (Realizing Oneness through absolute knowledge), that can rescue us from Avidhya (Ignorance/False Knowledge/Illusions) and Samsaram (Transmigration).

620) Who is the Sathya Ghnaani (True Knower/Accomplisher)?

Ans. Due to the influence of Avidhya (Ignorance), we will see everything in dual nature. Whereas the true knower churns out the “Absolute Truth” from the diversity. Such a person is the real a Sage or Ghyaani.

621) What are the types of Maya (Illusion) and its gifts?

Ans. They are 2 types 1. Vidhya Maya (A person will earn or enjoy Sadhu Sangam, Ghnaanam, Bhakthi, Premam and Vairaghyam), 2. Avidhya Maya (A person will enjoy all the benefits offered by the Pancha Bhuthas & Thanmathras (Space, Air, Fire, Water, Earth, Sabda, Sparsa, Roopa, Rasa, Ghandha), and Sarvendriya Bhoga Sukham.

622) What is the benefit of Upasana (Devotion towards God)?

Ans. An Upasakan (Devotee) will start getting the qualities and nature of the Upasyan (God) and at the end, the Upasakan will become Upasyan itself.

623) What happens to the Soul after death (Marana Ananthara Gathi) during Dakshinayana (Sun’s descending motion = Kataka/Cancer-Dhanu/Sagittarius months) or Utharayanam (Sun’s ascending motion = Makara/Capricorn-Mithuna/Gemini) period?

Ans. Everyone who comes to this earth must leave one day by leaving their mortal body. Whenever one dies it must be either in Dhakshinayana or Utharayana period only. The rewards of such deaths are, during Dhakshinayanam or Pithru-ayanam or Dhooma Maargam = the Aathma (Soul) will reach Chandra Lokam and enjoy the fruits of its Karma (Deeds) then return to earth once all credit gets over, whereas during the Uthrarayanam or Dheva-ayanam or Archir Maargam = the Aathma (Soul) will reach Soorya Lokham and enjoy the fruits of its Karma (Deeds) till the end of Brahma Kalpam then attain Mukhi/Moksa (Liberation).

624) What is the characteristics difference between Bhakthi (Devotion) and Sringaram (Love)?

Ans. One-way love towards God or Human is called “Bhakthi”, whereas two-way love is called “Sringaram”. Bhakthi or Sringaram towards humans is “Conditional” whereas, with God, it is “Unconditional”.

625) What is the concept of Rasa Krida?

Ans. It promoted the “Nirvikalpa Bhavam” (Oneness) which is attained through severe penance. Whereas due to the deep love towards God, the devotees (Gopis) have forgotten their existence and differences between themselves and God, in other words, they became one. Such a state is called Madhura Bhavam (Sweet Aspect) of true love, this is what happened during Rasakrida. Love has two aspects known as “Kantha Bhavam” and “Madhura Bhavam”. Kantha Bhavam is shown to own wife whereas Madhura Bhavam is shown to a true lover.

626) What is the core message of Rasa Krida?

Ans. It is a confluence of Jeevathma and Paramathma through Bhakthi. Here the Jeevathma is “Radha” and Paramathma is “Sri Krishna”. The Sakhi (Associate) is “Bhakthi”. With the help of sheer Bhakthi they attained “Oneness” just like Sayoojya Bhavam. There is no room for any sensational imaginations here. All learned people know that these Gopis were angling and they acted as per Sri Krishna’s wish to demonstrate for the upliftment of the human race. When the Kala Chakra reached the end of Dwaparayuga, true devotion started losing its origin. Therefore, God wants to leave a stupendous impression for the Kaliyuga people. For a married lady, there is no one above her husband, yet they renounced their beloved husband and children to join hands with God. This is what happens when you take up Sanyasa. You must renounce everything of your own to unite with God.

627) Which is the oldest Capital City on this earth?

Ans. In Bharat, Hasthinapuram (Delhi), dated back to BC 1450.

628) Which are the most important Philosophical Doctrines (Darsana) of Bharat?

Ans. They are Three. 1. Dwaitham (Duality) – here the God is different from this world and living beings, 2. Visishta-dwaitham (Refined Duality) – here the World and living beings are part of God, 3. Adhwaitham (Non-Duality) – here none other than God across everything. The truth is One.

629) How did Sri Adhi Sankaracharya designed his Madam (Establishment) and allocated the resources for the betterment of human beings?

Ans. He created a system called “Dasa Naami Sampradhaya” (A University of Renounced or Sanyaasis). He divided 4 quarters of Bharat and established his presence through first direct disciples.

1. South: Mysore = Sringeri Madam. Surnames of Sanyaasis = Saraswathi, Bharathi, Puri. Bhramacharis are known as = Chaithanya. Slogan = Aham Brahmasmi. Vedam = Yajur.

2. West: Dwaraka = Saradh Madam. Surnames of Sanyaasis = Thirtha and Asrama. Brahmacharis are known as = Swaroopa. Slogan = Thathwamasi. Vedam = Samavedam.

3. North: Uttarakhand Jyothir/Sri Madam. Surnames of Sanyaasis = Giri, Parvatha, Sagara. Brahmacharis are known as = Aananda. Slogan = Ayam Aathma Brahma. Vedam = Atharvanam.

4. East: Puri = Govardhana Madam. Surnames of Sanyaasis = Vana, Aaranya. Brahmachaaris are known as = Prakasa. Slogan = Pragnaanam Brahma. Vedam = Rig.

630) What is called “Prasthana Thrayam” (Establishment of Three Philosophies)?

Ans. 1. Nyaaya Prasthanam = Based on Brahma Soothram, 2. Sruthi Prasthanam = Based on Upanishads, 3. Smruthi Prasthanam = Based on Gita, Sahasranamam and Sanath Sujaatheeyam.

631) What is the goal of Vedanta?

Ans. Acquiring the “Brahmagnaanam” (Knowledge of Absolute Truth) is the aim. For which “Swadharma Anushtanam” is a must.

632) Who will receive the Karma Deeds of a Brahma Ghnaani, after his Samadhi?

Ans. According to Sasthras, good deeds and holy credits will go to his Friends and Bad deeds and sins will go to his Enemies.

633) What is the primary and priority duty of a student (Disciple)?

Ans. Taking care of his Guru.

634) Who are the six sets of people that follow the Vaishnavam (Lord Vishnu is Paramathman)?

Ans. 1. Rama and Krishna Devotees, 2. Bhagavatham Recitors, 3. Vaishnavas, 4. A sect of Pancharathram, 5. Vaikhanasars, 6. Karmaheenars.

635) How many types of Vishnu Murthies (Form of Vishnu) propagated?

Ans. 4 types. 1. A form that is not describable by words or imagines with the mind, 2. A Viswaroopam form that covers the entire Cosmic Universe, 3. A form of Dasa Avathars (10 incarnations), 4. An Idol form of Lord Vishnu for personal worship.

636) What can liberate the soul?

Ans. By accomplishing Brahma Ghnaanam.

637) What act can eradicate the sin?

Ans. 3 acts viz. 1. Thapas (Penance), 2. Swadharma-charanam (Doing one’s own work as per Sasthras), 3. Easwara Dhyanam (Meditate on God).

638) What is the specialty of Thirupathi Temple worship?

Ans. There is no fixed God in this divine place. The deity concept will change according to the latest religious belief. For example, once upon a time the same time God was worshipped as Goddess Mahakali, Siva, Lord Murugan, Sri Budha, Adhi Nath Thirthangara, Venkateswara. According to Yuga Dharma it changes. Even today they conduct 4 days of Parasakthi Pooja, 2 days Siva Pooja and 1-day Maha Vishnu Pooja on the same Idol.

639) What should be done to achieve Mokham (Liberation)?

Ans. Obtain Sadh Guru’s advice or Manthra Upadesam or Guidance about God then slowly renounce the limitations/illusions/ignorance/desires etc and meditate on the “Infinite Brahman” with a firm conviction that “You and That” has no difference, both are one and the same! (Thathwam Asi, Asi Thathwam).

640) What are the main subjects or questions raised by the Dwaithis (Practitioners of Duality Philosophy) to prove that God and other beings are not one and the same?

Ans. They are 5 subjects viz. 1. Jeeva and Easwara are different, 2. Differences between multitude living beings, 3. Bodies of each living beings are different, 4. Differences between the mortal body and immortal God, 5. Differences between each being’s bodies.

641) What is Vedam according to Swami Vivekananda?

Ans. It is a reservoir of spiritual knowledge that contributed by innumerable members of Rishis or experienced great personalities.

642) Write a brief biography of Sri Adhi Sankaracharya.

Ans. Was born to Siva Guru (Father) and Aryaamba Devi (Mother) by the grace of Lord Siva. According to belief, he was an incarnation of Lord Siva. Born in 788 AD, 8th Century (There is a dispute in this regard between 4 and 8 Century). His paternal house name is known as “Kaipalli Illam”. Birthplace is Kaladi – Ernakulam District, Kerala. He attained Mokham or merged with Lord Siva at the age of 32 in Kedarnath (Uttarakhand). His birth star was Arudra/Thiruvathira. According to his horoscope the planets Sun, Moon, Jupiter, and Saturn were exalted. His father passed away at the age of 3. At the age of 5, he got his Upanayanam Brahmodadesam conducted by his uncle. He left Kaladi at the age of 8 to seek his Guru. He received Diksha from his Guru Govinda Guru Padhar at Omkaranadham in Mahishpathi (Madhya Pradesh). He debated with more than 72 religious systems including Buddhism and ascended to Sarvaghna Peedam (Master of all Knowledge). He authored and commentator of various invaluable books, the main ones are Brahma Soothram, Dasa Upanishads and Viveka Chudamani. He established “Adhvaitha Philosophy”. He recommended Panchayathana Pooja (worshipping Ganapathy, Adhithyan, Mahavishnu, Parasakthi and Siva) system among spiritual seekers.

643) What is Darsanam (Rewarding Philosophy)?

Ans. Saints who already achieved realization and attained liberation have decided, out of compassion, to guide the new seekers. For this, they laid down the approaches based on the true knowledge and experience that gained out of their meditation and penance. Such an approach was put into a book form (Grundham) is called Darsanam.

644) What are the 6 Vaidheeha Darsanas (Spiritual practices) of Bharatha Ghandam (India)?

Ans. 1. Nyaayam, 2. Vaiseshikam, 3. Saankhyam, 4. Yogam, 5. Poorva Meemamsa, 6. Uthra Meemamsa.

645) What is the core principle or advice of Sri Adhi Sankaracharaya to the human race?

Ans. Brahman alone is true. The world is only an illusion and impermanent. The Life Energy (Jeevan) is nothing but the Paramathma itself (Absolute Brahman)

646) What type of activities that can purify the mind (Chitha Sudhi)?

Ans. Dedicate all actions and its results to God. Do not expect any results from whatever you do (God will decide rewards). Train the mind not to fall into the pulling power of desires and passions. Do all that you can without any expectations. The Chitha Sudhi is guaranteed hereafter! This is the true Karma Yogam according to Sri Adhi Sankaracharyan.

647) How to train the mind for concentration?

Ans. The easiest method suggested by Sri Adhi Sankaracharya is “Worship your personal God through Japa (Chant), Dhyana (Meditate) and Pooja (Offerings)” so that the mind will stick to your God’s lotus feet.

648) What is needed to learn and practice Vedantha Ghrunthas (Ultimate True Knowledge Books)?

Ans. They are 4 important qualities known as Sadhana Chathushtayam. They are 1. Nithya-Anithya-Vasthu Vivekam (Discrimination brain power to analyze what is permanent and changeable), 2. Iha-Moothrabala-Bhoga-Viraagam (Renounce worldly sensual pleasures), 3. Samadhi-Shadkha-Sambathi (Earn 6 qualities such as Ssamam, Dhamam, Uparathi, Thitheeksha, Sradha and Samaadhanam), 4. Mumukshuthwam (Honest desire for liberation).

649) Please elaborate what is Samadhi Shadkam (Combination of 6 great qualities)?

Ans. 1. Ssama (Capability to control and regulate Mind / Inner Indriyas), 2. Dhamam (Capability to control and regulate Outer Indriyas), 3. Uparathi (Pull the mind from outer world), 4. Thitheeksha (Finding comfortable balance during ups (Hot) and downs (Cold)), 5. Sradha (Unshakable faith in Guru’s advise and Vedantha Sasthras), 6. Samaadhaanam (Anchor the mind in Absolute Brahman).

650) What are the qualities of a Jeevan Mukthan (Liberated Soul)?

Ans. 1. The firm conviction that I am Brahman itself, 2. No own identity except Brahman, 3. A selfless innocent devotee, 4. Fearless personality, 5. Wishes peacefulness across the universe, 6. A realized person that He/She is an integral part of “The Infinite Self”, hence none of the inner or outer Indriyas can influence his/her existence.

651) What is the Saiva Agamas (Tamil Vedas)?

Ans. Mainly Four – 1. Paasupatham, 2. Saivam, 3. Kaalamukham/Kaaladhamanam, 4. Kaapaalikam.

652) What is the constitution of Maheswara?

Ans. Combination of 5 Elements makes Maheswara, they are 1. Kaaryam (Effects), 2. Kaaranam (Cause), 3. Yogam (Siva+Sakthi Union), 4. Vidhi (Fate), 5. Dhukkantham (Eradication of Sorrows).

653) What are the Maheswara Thanthram (Doctrine)?

Ans. They are three types. 1. Dwaithaparam (Siva Thanthram), 2. Dwaithaa-dwaithapram (Rudra Thanthram), 3. Adhvaithaparam (Bhairava Thanthram).

654) Why Sada Siva is called Pasu Pathi (Custodian of Souls)?

Ans. Pasu means Jeevan (Soul), Pathi means Paramathman (Master Soul). Siva who guide the Pasu to act as per his wish, therefore He is Pasupathi.

655) What is made up of a Jeevi (Soul after entering into a body)?

Ans. 5 types of Doshas (Defects/Disorder) engulfed the Jeeva/Soul. They are 1. Mithya Ggnaanam (Knowledge on Unreality/Illusion), 2. Adharmam (Unrighteousness), 3. Vishayasakthi (Interest in sensual pleasures), 4. Chyuthi (Fall from divine experience/banishment), 5. Pasuthwam (Being the individual soul).

656) What are the Ashta Paasam (Eight Bondings)?

Ans. 1. Dvesha (Hatred), 2. Samsayam (Doubts), 3. Bhayam (Fear), 4. Lajja (Shame/Hesitation), 5. Nindha (Disrespect), 6. Kulabhimanam (Pride of Higher Clan), 7. Jathyabhimanam (Pride of Caste), 8. Dhukkam (Sorrows).

657) Where is the residing centers of Pancha Bhoothas (Five Elements) in the human body?

Ans. 1. Agni/Fire = Eyes, 2. Vayu/Air = Naval, 3. Bhoomi/Earth = Heart, 4. Jala/Water = Forehead, 5. Aakasam/Sky = Head.

658) What are the actual colors of Pancha Bhoothas (Five Elements)?

Ans. 1. Agni/Fire = Black, 2. Vayu/Air = Green, 3. Bhoomi/Earth = Yellow, 4. Jala/Water = Red, 5. Aakasam/Sky = White.

659) What are the best ways to earn/learn True Spiritual Knowledge (Ghnaanam)?

Ans. They are 6 qualities viz 1. Sradha (Attentiveness), 2. Sathsangam (Company of wise), 3. Bhajanam (Praising), 4. Vishaya Virakthi (Renouncing sensual pleasures), 5. Poorna Premam (Innocent devotion), 6. Easwaronmukham (Always visualize God).

660) How many types of Bhajanam (Prayer)?

Ans. They are 2 types 1. Naama Japam (Chanting Holy Names), 2. Ajapaa Japam (Whisper without efforts).

661) What are the highest titles used by different doctrines in Sanyasa Aasrama when they attain Sidhi (Accomplisher)?

Ans. 1. Vaishnava = Paramahamsan, 2. Sakthars = Kaivalyam, 3. Saivars = Aghoram

662) When you know you have achieved Poorna Ghnaanam (Full Knowledge)?

Ans. When you can see everything equally (Samathwa Bhaavam).

663) Which are the first two gates open when the Kundalini Raises?

Ans. Karmendriyas – Ghudham (Anal) and Lingam (Organ of generation).

664. What are the Five Smasaana (Crematorium) places of Aghora Sadhana? In other words, Aghoris (Worshipper of Siva and Durga) can practice their Sadhana?

Ans. 1. Outskirts of the village under the Peepal Tree, 2. Coat made from Thorn/Needle, 3. Coat of a Beautiful woman, 4. Company of own wife, 5. Actual cremation/burial ground.

665) What is the secret/hidden way of worship of Aghoris?

Ans. During the time of sexual union, the Aghori will do his meditating sadhana on Mahajyothi. They achieve quick results on their worship.

666) What is the best meat that consumed by Aghoris?

Ans. Five – 1. Pig, 2. Fish, 3. Human, 4. Vulture, 5. Crow.

667) What is the core principle of Aghoram (Sidhantham)?

Ans. Without realizing the Anaathma Element/Sthoolam (Anaathma equal to Maya), you will not be able to know about Aathma Thathwam (Knowledge of Soul).

668) What is the easy way to understand Anaathma Thathwam?

Ans. Acquiring full knowledge of the body in terms of its elements and functions, which will lead to the realization that the entire universe is within our body

669) Which is the biggest Sadhana (Realization)?

Ans. The purity of the heart (Hrudaya Pavithratha).

670) What is Sookshma or Linga Sareeram (Subtle body)?

Ans. Sookshma Sareeram is invisible to naked eyes, however, this is the Sareeram which shift from one body to another. It has the speed of mind (Manass). It can also be called as Jeevathma. It is a constitution of 8 core elements called “Puryashtakam” means 8 fundamental elements. Sookshma Sareeram is made up of 27 elements (Thathwas) however, some scholars/Rishis the opinion that it is made up of 17 elements only. Let me explain 27 elements first. They are 5 Bhoothaas, 5 Karmendriyas, 5 Ghnaanendriyas, 5 Pranaas, 4 Anthakaranaas, Avidhya, Kaamam and Karmam, whereas the 17 are 5 Pranaas, 5 Karmendriyas, 5 Ghnaanendriyas, Manass and Bhudhi.

671)  What is the greatest worship of God?

Ans. Faith in God is the highest and there is nothing beyond this.

672) How does Paramathma (Supreme Soul) see the Jeevathma (Individual Soul)?

Ans. Through the Anthakaranaas of a Sthoola Sareeram (Manass, Budhi, Chitham and Ahamkaram). However, nothing affects Paramathma, it only and witness.

673) How many Achaaraas are prescribed for Brahmins?

Ans. 108 Achaaraas recommended for Brahmins. Those who are not following the Aachaara Anushtaanam will automatically lose his Brahminhood.

674) What are the important Dharmaas (duties) of Pranaa?

Ans. Seven. 1. Swaasa Uchaasam (Breathing), 2. Jrumbana (Yawning), 3. Kshuthi (Sneezing), 4. Swedhana (Sweating), 5. Anubandhi (Hiccup), 6. Bhubhuksha (Hungry), 7. Sathrusha (Thirsty).

675) What is human’s perception of the universe/world?

Ans. Humans see the world only through their Manass (Mind). According to Rishis, the reason for that is because of the Maya (Ignorance/Illusion) in them. Everyone has their own idea or opinion about the physical and subtle world!

676) What are the important powers of God?

Ans. Three – 1. Ghnaana Sakthi (The power of true knowledge), 2. Ichha Sakthi (The power of willingness or creative desire), 3. Kriya Sakthi (The power of action).

677) What is Maya (Ignorance)?

Ans. The unrefined Thri-Gunaas (Sathwa-Rajass-Thamass) are Maya (Avidhya). The real God. Vidhya must be churned out of Avidhya itself. This power is highly secretive (Rahasyam) at the same time never disappears (Aprathyaksham) from this Universe.

678) Who is creating Vaasanaas (Desires)?

Ans. Humans are creating Vaasanaas through their own body, mind and buddhi. Such a created concept and aspect is their world.

679) What is the greatest righteous (Dharmas) of human life?

Ans. Three – 1. Sathyam (Truthful), 2. Premam (Love), 3. Paropakaram (Helping others without expectations). One should practice these even while facing difficulties.

680) What are the highest good qualities of Humans?

Ans. 6 Great qualities such as 1. Dhaanam (Offering gifts), 2. Dharmam (Charity), 3. Thapas (Penance / Sacrifice), 4. Vidhya (Knowledgable), 5. Vinayam (Obedience), 6. Mithrabhavam among people (True Friendship).

681) What is Human’s utmost Virtuous (Parama Dharmam)?

Ans. According to the Yuga (Era Time), listening to the tune of Soul (Aathma). In the material world, it is also known as “Inner Conscious”.

682) How to understand the existence of Aathma (Soul)?

Ans. With the help of Medha Sakthi (Brain Power), the memory gets activated, only such action will lead to realizing the existence Aathma.

683) What are the fundamental differences between Mind (Manass) and Soul (Aathma)? Please describe!

Ans. Aathma is spread across the cosmic region like Space/Sky, whereas the Mind (Manass) is the reflection of the Aathma. One can realize Aathma only through Mind. The reality is, there is no real difference between Aathma and Mind.

684) Who is Guru in Philosophy?

Ans. Sishya (Disciple) as Mind, who get answers from the Smruthi (Awareness) as Guru. Means, our own Awareness is our Guru.

685) Which are the “Actions of Sin” that does not have atonement (Prayaschitham) in Sanathana Dharma Sasthras?

Ans. Mainly 3 actions viz. 1. Detaching legally married couples, 2. Hindering Anna Dhanam (Offering food to the needy), 3. Creating obstacles to the people who are listening to the glory of God.

686) What are the most important wheels has Samsara Chakram (Transmigration Vehicle)?

Ans. Three 1. Maya (Illusion), 2. Karma (Actions), 3. Gunam (Quality & Quantifying).

687) What is made up of Paasa Rajju (Bonding Thread) which always tie the Soul (Jeeva)?

Ans. 25 Elements that are conjoined to make this thread. They are Prakruthi, Mahath, Ahamkaram, Pancha Bhooth, Pancha Thanmathra, Pancha Karmendriyas, Pancha Ghnaanedriyas, Karma and Sthoola Sareeram.

688) What are the Three Paasa Rajjus according to Siva Aagama?

Ans. They are Three. 1. Anu Paasam / Anu Malam, 2. Bhedha Paasam / Bhedha Malam, 3. Karma Paasam / Karma Malam.

689) Who all witnessing the Punya and Paapa deeds conducted by a living being, especially Human?

Ans. Thirteen personalities. 1. Sooryan (Sun), 2. Agni (Fire), 3. Aakasam (Space), 4. Vaayu (Air), 5. Pasu (Cows), 6. Chandran (Moon), 7. Sandhya Devatha (Goddess of Cusps), 8. Dina and Rathri (Day and Night), 9. Dasa Dik (10 Quarters), 10. Jala (Water), 11. Bhoomi (Earth), 12. Kaalam (Time), 13. Dharma (Virtuous).

690) Who knows the importance of Naama Japa and Sangeerthan?

Ans. 12 Personalities viz. 1. Bhramadev, 2. Narada, 3. Siva, 4. Sanath Kumar, 5. Kapila Maharshi, 6. Manu Maharshi, 7. Prahladhan, 8. Janak Maharaja, 9. Bhishman, 10. Maha Bali, 11. Sukaa-chaarya, 12. Yama Dharman.

691) How many and what are the types of Mukti (Liberation from Transmigration)?

Ans. They are 5 viz. 1. Salokhya, 2. Saroopya, 3. Sameepya, 4. Sayoojya, 5. Kaivalya. First Three Mukthis are impermanent whereas the Fourth and Fifth are the end of the journey.

692) What is Salokhya Mukthi?

Ans. The Soul (in Divine form / Immortal) reaches first in “Deva Lok” (Swarga/Paradise) then move to the world of God.

693) What is Sameepya Mukthi?

Ans. The Soul (in Divine form) reaches closer to God then interact and enjoy with Him/Her.

694) What is Saroopya Mukthi?

Ans. The Soul (in Divine form) gets the opportunity to assume the form of God as well as receive the power of God.

695) What is Sayoojya Mukthi?

Ans. The Soul (in Divine form) Merge with God.

696) What is Kaivalya Mukthi?

Ans. The Soul (in Divine form) Merge with Nirguna Parabrahman (Paramathma) and attain Adhwaitha Padham also known as Moola Prakruthi where the state is beyond words, imaginations, time, space, quality and quantity.

697) How Indra’s Brahmahathya Dosham was distributed? among whom?

Ans. Among 4 personalities viz. 1. Prithvi (Earth) = Punya side – It is attracted to slop, it will dry out in few years, Paapa side – It deserts, 2. Vruksh (Trees) = Punya side – How much ever one cut the tree it will come back to life if its roots are not damaged, Paapa side – Glue, 3. Jalam (Water) = Punya side – with whoever it joins it will get the shape of that object, Paapa side – Foam, 4. Sthri (Woman) = Punya side – Even after the delivery the woman must live together with husband, Paapa side – Rithu Darsanam (Menses).

698) What is a simple way to attain Chathur Mukthi (4 types of liberation) after death?

Ans. Vedas suggests that except Kaivalyam one can attain Salokhya, Sameepya, Saroopya and Sayoojyam Mukthi by performing pooja or worship in stone, God’s picture, chakras etc with a deep conviction that God resides everywhere especially the referred devices (Upadhis). Such devotees will get a Divine Celestial Body after the mortal body falls (death). It depends upon the quality of worship either the placement will be in Swarga (Paradise) or some God’s abode.

699. Which are the most important Yogas that can control and regulate Body (Sareeram), Mind (Manas) and Sensual Pleasure (Vishayaasakthi)?

Ans. They are 6 Yogas viz. 1. Mantra Yogam, 2. Laya Yogam, 3. Hatha Yogam, 4. Saamkhya Yogam, 5. Tharaka Yogam, 6. Amanaska Yogam.

700) What is the reason for the birth of Maya (Illusion)?

Ans. Thri Gunas viz. Sathwa, Rajas and Thamas.

701) What are the types of Kriya Sakthis (Action Forces)?

Ans. 5 types 1. Spandham (Pulse/Motion), 2. Pari-swpandham (Vibration), 3. Prakrama (Natural Movement), 4. Pariseelana (Practice/Continueous), 5. Prachaara (Progressive Activity).

702) What is the class/status of Brahmins?

Ans. There are Three classes 1. Dwijan (By Birth and Initiation), 2. Vipran (One who learned Veda Adhyayanam), 3. Srothriyan (One who earned purity, perfection and true knowledge).

703) What are the qualities that required for a divine/spiritual song so that the Gods and Goddess will be pleased?

Ans. 6 Main Qualities viz. 1. Namaskaram (Prostration), 2. Aasirvadam / Varam / Anugraham (Blessings and Grace), 3. Sidhi Mahathmyam (Accomplishments), 4. Parakramam (Initiatives and Valour), 5. Sakthi Mahathmyam (Greatness and Liberality), 6. Prarthana (Prayers).

704) What are the stages a person undergoes at the time of death?

Ans. A person will die only with one of the four states, viz 1. Artha (Death with lots of discomforts – This type of death will force the soul to take re-birth), 2. Raudra (Curse themselves due to pain and angry – This type of death will force the soul to take re-birth as lower being/neecha Yoni and often face failure), 3. Dhanya (Death comes as luck – This type of death will give an opportunity for the soul to incarnate as Maha Purushas or God / divine re-birth), 4. Sukla (The Soul is at peace and happy to die – This type will ensure no more rebirth and merge with Nirguna Brahman).

705) How many times Human Beings breath a day/year?

Ans. An average 21,600 times a day and 756,000 times a year.

706) What are the names of Ashtama Sidhis (8 divine accomplishments / Supernatural magic power)?

Ans. 1. Anima (Becoming as small as Atom), 2. Mahima (Increasing size at will), 3. Laghima (Assuming excessive lightness at will), 4. Garima (Assuming heaviness), 5. Easithwam (Supremacy), 6. Vasithwam (Subduing to one’s own will), 7. Praapthi (Power to enter everywhere), 8. Praakaamyam (Freedom of will/wilfulness).

707) What makes Pithru Devas happy and satisfied with our offerings?

Ans. When you do Srardham for Pithrus, if the food preparation of Urdu Dal contains then it gives them 3 years of satisfaction (Thrupthi), Pure cows milk or curd gives 1 year of satisfaction (Thrupthi), Sesame Seeds (Ellu/Thil) will make them satisfied for 1 month.

708) How much time it takes to conduct a Raja Sooya Yagam?

Ans. Total 17.5 months. It consists of 6 Soma Yagas, 2 Pasu Yagas, 100 Ishtis.

709) What are the rewards of Pure Bhakti (Innocent Devotion) Sadhana?

Ans. 2 Aspects, 1 Inner and the other Outer. It is called Poorva or Antharam Bhavam = The benefits are Sravanam (Listening) and Mananam (Meditation), and Bhaahya Bhavam = Ananda Bhaaspam (Tears of Joy) and Pulakam (Goose Bumps).

710) What is the actual Vedic name of Pancha Bhoothas (Five Elements)?

Ans. Sathyam Eva Panchayoni. Means, Sath = Prithvi, Agni, Jalam and Thyath = Vayu and Akasa. Truth is a combination of these five elements.

711) What is Ruthagum and Sathyam?

Ans. God’s 2 eyes are known as Rutham and Sathyam. Rutham means whatever he/she “Thinks” inside and Sathyam means whatever he/she, “Says” outwardly.

712) How many types of devotees (Bhakthas) exists?

Ans. 4 types viz. 1. Aarthan (Wise), 2. Jignaasu (Eagerness), 3. Arthaarthi (Desirous Gainer), 4. Ghnaani (Knowledgeable)

713) How does the Yogi (Saint) attain Brahma Swaroopam (Absoluteness)?

Ans. First, they understand and master the subtle form of Prithvi, Jalam, Agni, Vayu, Aakasam, Mahath-thathwam and Maya being the Seven shields of Sookshma Sarreeram then step by step enter the inner chamber of Paramanandam. Such a regular practice will make the Yogi attain the Brahma Swaroopam in due course.

714) When do the Maya (Illusion) lose its power and fame in Human life?

Ans. Whenever the Sathwa, Rajas and Thamas qualities reach an equal size, instantly the Maya will lose its Cheshta Sakthi (Active power).

715) What is the conviction (Sankalpam) on the Viraat Swaroop (Form of Cosmological Supreme Power) according to Bharath (Sanathana Dharmis)?

Ans. A true Sanathana Dharmi (Today’s Hindu) is seeing the entire universe is nothing but the extension of God in his various forms, that pervade across 14 Bhuvanam (Universe/Cosmologies). This concept is the backbone of Bharat Culture (Sanathana Samskaram) and the life system of Bhakti Yogam.

716) What is the original name of Hindu?

Ans. Sanathana Dharma

717) Hinduism is a religion?

Ans. NO, it is the dwellers “way of life”, settled on the banks of Indus River.

718) How do you describe Viraat Roopam (Universal Form) and its placement in the 14 worlds of subtle and physical(14D)?

Ans. Assume Virat Roopam is a Purushan (A Perfect Person), then, His Head is Sathyalokam, Forehead is Thapolokam, Face is Janolokam, Neck is Maharlokam, Chest is Swargalokam, Navel is Aakaasalokam, Hip is Bhoolokam, Both Thighs are Athalam and Vithalam, Knees are Suthalam, Calf of leg are Thalaa-thalam, Leg Ankles are Mahathalam, UpperFeets are Rasathalam and Lower Feets are Paathalam.

719) What is called Srushti (Creation)?

Ans. Life energy (Jeeva) is a portion of God’s Aura (Easwara Chaithanyam) therefore, God is giving a mortal body to the Life Energy (Jeeva) is called Srushti.

720) What are the main types of Srushti (Creation)?

Ans. 2 types, 1. Sthavaram (Movable), 2. Jangamam (Immovable)

721) What are the creations of Brahma from Thamo Guna that produce ignorance (Agnaanam)?

Ans. Five elements, 1. Aham Bhudhi (I Attitude), 2. Understanding that this material world is permanent, 3. Raaga (Desires and Passion), 4. Kopam (Anger), 5. Bhayam (Fear).

722) What is the Prayaschitham (Repentance) for Agnaanam (Ignorance) activities?

Ans. Meditate on God and his/her glories.

723) What the fundamental drawbacks or weak characteristics of women?

Ans. There are Seven, 1. Asathyam (dishonesty), 2. Saahasam (over-hasty), 3. Vyaajam (deceit/imitation), 4. Moodathwam (Foolishness), 5. Athyaasa (Greed), 6. Kaadinyam (Stubborn), 7. Asuchithwam (Impurity).

724) What is the name of the garden in Vaikundam (Abode of Lord Vishnu)?

Ans. Naisreyasam – surrounded by Kalpaka Trees.

725) How come twins Hiranyakshan and Hiranyakasipu were born to a Saptha Rishi Kasyapa?

Ans. Though he is one among the Saptha Rishis (Seven Divine Saints), due to bad fortune he was wedded to a Dhanava Woman called “Dhidhi” and had Gharbha Dhanam during the period of dusk (Sayam Sandhya Kaalam), so these two souls took advantage of this muhoortham and made Sage Kasyapa as their father. (Moral: Have control on your sensual pleasure whoever you are!). They were watchmen (Jaya and Vijaya) of Vaikunda Lokam.

726) How a married woman can earn satisfaction with her husband?

Ans. Through Susroosha (Service with obedience).

727) What is Bhakti (Devotion)?

Ans. Falling in deep innocent love with God without expecting anything in return.

728) What is needed to attain oneness during meditation?

Ans. Hrudaya Sudhi (Pure innocent heart)

729) What happens to Aathma (Soul/Life Energy) after leaving the body under specific circumstances?

Ans. Either of the two will happen – 1. Death occurs surrounded by smoke/cloudy/dark, night time, Krishna Paksham (waning period of Moon), Dakshna Ayanam (6 months – Cancer to Sagittarius period) = The Soul will ascend to Moon through South quarter and enjoy the fruits of its good karma deeds, thereafter it will return to another boy on Earth. 2. Death occurs during the day time, Sukla Paksham (waxing period of Moon) and Utharayanam (6 months – Capricorn to Gemini) = The Soul will ascend to Dhruva Mandalam through North quarter of Sun and attain Mokha/Mukthi. This Soul will not re-birth again.

730) Why do Hindus keep the head in South and feet towards North of a dead body?

Ans. Upon death, first Praanan (Life Energy) will leave the body and thereafter the other 9 life support energies also leave one after the other and chase their master energy “Praanan” to merge in nature (Prakruthi). Usually, the life force (Praan/Soul) and its associates will try to travel towards downward since no one exists in the body to control their energies. Therefore, if we keep the dead body head in South and feet North facing, then it will be easy for the energies to travel towards North, which is more auspicious and the abode of Lord Siva. South Quarter is the abode of Yama Lok.

731) What are the types of Karmas (Actions) and its rewards?

Ans. Four types of Karmas initiated by the people due to innumerable reasons.

1. Paapa Karma (Act of Sin) – Rewards – Fall in Narakam (Hell), 2. Paapa Punya Misra Karma (Act of Sin and Holy) – Rewards – Fall in endless transmigration system which is a process of repeated Birth and Death, 3. Punya Karma (Act of Holy) – Rewards – Ascend to Heaven/Paradise, 4. Nishkaamya Karma – Rewards – Attain Moksha (Complete Liberation from transmigration and bondages).

732) What was the previous birth profile of Karnan (born to Kunthi in Kurukshethra by the grace of Soorya Devan)?

Ans. He was a demon called “Sahasra Kavachan”. Due to his severe penance (Thapas) he achieved 1000 shields to protect his body. To destroy one Kavach, the opponent must do 1000 years of Penance. Finally, the children of Dharma Devan, Nara-Narayanans killed Sahasra Kavachan. The same Nara Narayanan received blessings from Lord Siva to take birth as Arjuna and Krishna in Dwapara Yug to conduct Mahabharatha.

733) What is needed to have the effects of Upadesam (Teaching/Advise)?

Ans. The person who is advising must follow what is being advised to others.

734) What is called “Sayoo Vrutham”?

Ans. A person who keeps thinking about God by lying down and do not even take time to have food.

735) What is called “Gomruga Kaakacharya”?

Ans. Liberate oneself from four important aspects of life known as Sudhi (Purity), Asudhi (Impurity), Vidhi (Fate) and Nishedham (Suppression / Taboo).

736) How to know one’s Bhakti (Devotion) is Sathwik (Pure) or exalted by indications in the body?

Ans. When he/she think of God, that very minute his/her eyes are filled with Anandhamruth (Tears of Joy), Romancham (Goose Bumps) across the body, Nischalathwam (Unable to say a word due to chock), Mohalasyam (Losing consciousness).

737) Why God is called Parama Purushan (Supreme Being)?

Ans. The one who has no attachment in this Prakruthi. God is beyond Time, Space and Prakruthi (Nature).

738) What is not to be forced on people?

Ans. 3 things viz. 1. Annahara (Food), 2. Vidhyabhyaasa (Education), 3. Vivaham (Marriage).

739) Why living beings are called “Pasu”?

Ans. The Soul which lives in a body, in this earth, by enjoying all sort of impermanent comforts as the permanent happiness due to ignorance. Their lifestyle is almost like a normal cow which keeps eating grass, lying down and eating and producing milk for others welfare and finally a day will come to a sudden end. Now ask what did this life achieved? Therefore, Sasthras says don’t be a Pasu but through efforts elevate yourself to be a Pathi (Owner of Soul).

740) What is the main reason for Dukkam (Sorrows)?

Ans. When the Soul started living detached from God or Godly thinking, all types of “Aaasa” desires will sprout within us and if the desires did not get fulfilled then “Niraasa” will take birth which causes endless sorrows.

741) What is always new?

Ans. Songs which praises God’s glories that includes lots of “Thathwarth” (Philosophy and truthfulness).

742) What is good and sweetest life?

Ans. The person who experience Four Important elements viz. 1. Ekanthadha (Living in solitude), 2. Chhitha Darsan (Able to visualize God), 3. Satsangh Samyuktham (Interaction with wise-men), 4. Mahathma Swapadarsan (Seeing and remembering wise-men in the dream).

743) What are the effects of Kamadeva’s influence on Humans and Gods?

Ans. If he shoots his arrows towards anybody other than God, then the effects will create “bondings and troublesome” for the body, whereas if the arrows shot on Gods then it will promote “liberation and grace”. Kamdev received this boon from Lord Siva after he messed up his life with Siva.

744) What is the ultimate Dharma (Righteous) of human beings?

Ans. Whatever be the situation whether hardship or easy, one should not stay away from holding on to their “Swadharma” (Own-Righteous), not only that but also to work hard in the name of God and not to expect any reward. This is the biggest dharma.

745. What is the relationship of Sukh and Dukh (Happy and Sorrows)?

Ans. Whenever the Sukh (Happiness) increases its speed, that much weight of the Dukh (Sorrows) will increase because it is exactly the opposite side of the other.

746) What are the ingredients used for making “Kurikoodu” (Mark or Mole for the forehead of the celestial woman)?

Ans. 5 precious items are involved viz. Kumkum, Akhil, Kasthoori, Gorochanam, and Chandan.

747) What is the fixed rule of God?

Ans. Whatever action one does will have to accept the reward for the same by oneself (whether good or bad). The allotment of the reward is given to the same person without any exception.

748) What is Uthsav (Celebration)?

Ans. Whatever action that will generate happiness to be considered as Uthsav.

749) What is called Pancha Rathram or Saathwatha Thanthram?

Ans. Sri Mahavishnu advised 5 important Vidhyas (Knowledge) to Sri Sandilya Maharshi over 5 nights. They are 1. Abhi Gamanam, 2. Upasanam, 3. Eajya, 4. Swadhyaayam and 5. Yogam.

750) What is the aim of Thapas (Penance or Meditation)?

Ans. To get rid off “Himsa Dosham” (the sin accumulated due to killing or troubling innocent creatures).

751) What was the earlier name of Bharatham?

Ans. Ajanabha, later it was renamed as Bharat from the era of Bharath Rishi.

752) What makes one Akshauhini Sena (Military Strength)?

Ans. A combination of 10 sets makes one Pathi (The set includes 1 Elephant, 1 Chariot, 3 Horses, 5 Armymen). One Pathi is multiplied by 3 and the derived sum multiplied 10 times makes on Akshauhini. (Those days the numbers are known as Pathi, Senamukha, Ghulmam, Ganam, Vaahini, Pruthana, Chamu, Anikini, Dhasani, Kini and Akshauhini). One Akshauhini makes 590,490 members strength. In this Human force alone makes 295,245 members.

753) What is the objective of Krishna Avatar (Incarnation of Lord Vishnu)?

Ans. Lord Sri Krishna grants liberation (Moksham) to all those who deeply think of him irrespective of their class, nature, creed, enemy or friend, love or without love, whether in favor or not.

754) What consists of the human body?

Ans. 4 important sets of elements. They are 1. Panchabhootha Elements from ignorance (Space, Air, Fine, Water, Earth), 2. Thrigunas (Sathwa, Rajas, Thamas), 3. Punya and Paap (Holy and Sin), 4. Chith (Brain).

755) Who were Lord Sri Krishna’s dead brothers?

Ans. 6 brothers known as Smaran, Udhgeethan, Pariswangan, Pathangan, Kshudhradruth, Ghruni. They were children of Sage Marichi Maharshi in the previous Manvanthara.

756) What is the purpose of Yoga?

Ans. To cleanse and control the mind.

757) What are the principles behind Artha Vadham (Art of Arguments/Debate)?

Ans. 3 types viz. 1. Debate on the truth, 2. Though there is nothing wrong yet debate as to if there is something wrong, 3. Debate opposite with or without a base.

758) What are the prescribed or accepted Idols used for Thanthrik Pooja?

Ans. 8 types of Idols or device can be used viz. 1. Stone, 2. Tree, 3. Gold or other metals, 4. Rice or Turmeric Powder, 5. Picture, 6. Sand, 7. Mind, 8. GemStone.

759) What are the divisions of Karma Yogam?

Ans. 2 Types viz. 1. Vaidhikam, 2. Thanthrikam

760) What is the Sruthi Vakhyam (Sayings of Vedas) or Karmakandam?

Ans. By doing Nishkamya Karma (Selfless act) to achieve “Nishkarmyam”

761) How to worship Lord Maha Vishnu in each of the 4 Yugas?

Ans. Krutha Yuga = Vatuswaroopan / Vamanamurthy (Dwarf) whose attire in white color, 4 hands, Jata Makut (clocked hair), body covered with Maravuri (bark of tree), Krishnajinam (skin of deer), Poonal (sacred thread), Japamala (rosary of beads), Dhandam (wooden stick), Kamandalu (pot).

Thretha Yuga = Vedamurthy Yagnadevan (Lord of ritual fire) whose attire in red color, 4 hands, ejecting flames, golden color hair, Sruvam & Juhu (small wooden ladle).

Dwapara Yuga = Maha Vishnu (Narayanan) whose attire is Pithambaram (yellow silk clothes), 4 hands holding Sanku (Conche), Chakram (Wheel), Ghada (Mace) and Padmam (Lotus Flower), Srivastham (a mark on the chest) and Kausthubham (celebrated jewel).

Kali Yuga = Sri Krishna whose attire is Pithambaram (yellow silk clothes), blue-black complexion, 2 hands, flute in hand, adorable hair cloud stuck with a peacock feather, fresh flower garland.

762) What are the easy ways to earn God’s grace in Kali Yuga as per Srimadh Bhagavatham?

Ans. 8 routes are recommended by God himself (a summary from Vedas and Upanishads) = 1. Ganga Snaan (taking a dip in the Ganges), 2. Gita Sravanam and Parayanam (Listening as well as repeating), 3. Gayathri Japam (Chanting Savithri Gayathri), 4. Thulasi Poojanam (offering the Thulasi leaf to Lord), 5. Gopichandana Lepanam (Adoring Gopi Sandle), 6.Salagrama Pooja (Worshiping Salagramam – divine stone), 7. Ekadasi Vrutham (Fasting on Ekadasi day), 8. Nama Sankeerthanam (Praising glories of Lord Vishnu).

763) Who are the 24 Natural Gurus in this earth for humans to learn and elevate themselves from ignorant to knowledgable status?

Ans. 8 Gurus who advise humans to renounce or avoid intakes or addictions -(Pigeon, Fish, Deer, Zyama Bird, Elephant, Snake, Moth, Species of Eagle).

3 Gurus who advise what to be accepted and what to be rejected – (Beetle, Person who source honey, Person of the naturally light complexion).
13 Gurus who advise what to be accepted – (Space, Air, Fire, Water, Earth, Sun, Moon, Ocean, Small Child, Bangle of isolated girl, Arrow-maker, Potter, Hunter).

764) What is Thathwa Ghnaanam or Swa Swaroopa Bhodham (Awareness of Self)?

Ans. After learning the “Real Truth” from a competent Guru, the person will realize that the body is only a “mortal form” which undergoes maturity and death, whereas the Soul/Self is constant/changeless, and it is an “immortal element”

765) What is called Sabdhaa Brahmam?

Ans. Vedas

766) What is the Greatest Bhakti (Highest Devotion)?

Ans. All worship directed towards “Self” (Aathma) alone.

767) How the Soul (Aathma) become God?

Ans. With the help of Bhakti (Devotion), if one can renounce all Thrigunas (Sathwa, Rajas and Thamas) the Soul will attain Godhood.

768) Who can control or destroy Thrigunas?

Ans. Only the innocent devotion towards God can cure Thriguna Doshas.

769) Saints (Maharshis) are how many types?

Ans. 2 types, 1. Brahma Rishi, 2. Deva Rishi.

770) What is Anaathma Dharmas (Material or Natural Righteous)?

Ans. They are four – 1. Sareeram (Body) does Jananam (Birth) and Maranam (Death), 2. Praanan does Kshudha (Hunger) and Dhaaha (Thirst), 3. Manas (Mind) does Vikaram (Passion), 4. Bhudhi (Brain) does Sukham (Happiness) and Dhukham (Sorrows).

771) What is Aathma Dharmas (Spiritual Righteous)?

Ans. They are four – 1. Sathyathwam (Absolute Truth), 2. Nithyathwam (Constantly Everliving), 3. Aanandathwam(Ecstasy), 4. Anandathwam (Limitless).

772) What is the Sadhana Chathushtayas (Four Spiritual Practices)?

Ans. They are four – 1. Aathma-Anaathma Vivekam (discrimination power to differentiate between real and unreal), 2.Ihaa-moothra-bhala Bhoga Viraagam (Restrain from Sensual Pleasure), 3. Samadhi Shatka Sampathi (Earn Samam, Dhamam, Uparathi, Thithiksha, Sradha, Saamadhanam), 4. Mumukshuthwam (Eagerness for Liberation).

773) What is the starting stage or how to start the Bhakthi (Devotion) practice?

Ans. Though God is beyond everything (whatever Human knows), yet the seeker looks forward to an opportunity to play and merge with God. In other words, involve God in everything even in our daily work.

774) What will force the devotee to reach/realize God?

Ans. Permanently staying away from the sensual pleasures at the same time developing innocent deep devotion towards God.

775) What are the core activities of Manas (Mind)?

Ans. The same Mind is divided into 4 invisible elements viz. Sankalpa (Resolution) by Manas (Mind), Prakasam (Clarity and Vision) by Chitham, Ghyan (Knowledge) by Bhudhi (Brain) and Abhimanam (Pride/Self-Respect) by Ahamkaram (Self/Ego).

776) What are the Characteristics or Nature of Mind (Manas)?

Ans. 3 Characters viz. 1. Smaranam (Remembering) = Producer Sathwa Guna, 2. Vismaran (Forgetting) = Producer Rajo Guna, 3. Pravruthi (Action) Producer=Thamo Guna.

777) What causes or the seed for Samsara Dukham (Transmigration)?

Ans. 4 Involvements viz. 1. Ahamkara (Ego), 2. Nidra (Sleep), 3. Kaamini (Womanizing), 4. Kanchanam (Passion to accumulate Gold).

778) What are the most important elements that constitute a human mortal body?

Ans. 12 Elements viz. 7 Dhaathus (Rasam, Asthi, Raktham, Maamsam, Medhas, Majja and Sukla). 3 Doshas (Kabham, Pitham, Vaatham), 2 Visarjanas (Malam and Moothram) plus all others Angaas and Upaangaas.

779) Why it is called Sareeram (Mortal body)?

Ans. It depreciates every minute by minute i.e. it undergoes 6 stages from birth to death called 1. Baalyam, 2.Kaumaram, 3. Paugandham, 4. Yauvanam, 5. Vaardhakyam, 6. Maranam.

780) What is called Deham (for the body)?

Ans. It is being burned down every minute by minute called Thapathrayam (3 types of mental or physical pain due to heat) = 1. Aadhyaathmikam (Self Enquiries), 2. Aadhi Dhaiveekam (Spiritual Enquiries), 3. Aadhi Bhauthikam (Material Enquiries).

781) What is it Aghnaanam or Samsaram (Illusion or Ignorance) and what it does?

Ans. The Life Energy (Jeeva or Aathma or Soul) that rotates within the Pancha Kosa (5 Sheaths-the outer covers of the life energy). While doing so, it creates its own misconceptions due to ignorance “that I am the body, I am the knowledge, I am the life, I am the science and I am the enjoyment, etc…” and conclude that such element’s duties are mine! This very reason will force the Life Energy (Soul) to undergo experiencing happiness and sorrows, innumerable birth and death without any end. This is also called Samsaram or Transmigration System. This is what Aghnaanam.

782) What is the fundamental core message of Upanishads?

Ans. An individual is not the Mortal Body nor Indriyas (Sensitive organs) nor Mind (Manas) nor Brain (Budhi) nor Life (Jeeva), it is an Aathma (Soul) and the Aathma is not many, it is One and the Only. This is the absolute truth and Upanishads convey this loud message to all humankind. This truth can be realized only by sheer “renouncement” of all possessions!

783) What is the experience of “Avasthra Thrayam” (State/Condition of Self)?

Ans. Maharshis (Saints) realized 3 conditions of the Aathma, and it witnesses and undergoes all situations with the help of the 3 bodies called Sthoola, Sookshma, and Para. The first Avastha (State) is called Jagradhavastha (state of awaken) here “all organs and the body is awakened including Self”, the second Avastha (State) is called Swapnaavastha (state of dream) here “the body is sleeping but Self is awakened and the third Avastha (State) is called Sushupthaavastha (state of fast asleep) here “everything goes to deep sleep except Self”.

784) What is the role of a Guru in the Ghyaana Maarg (Path of Knowledge)?

Ans. Disciples are used to seeing things that are tangible, also known as “Sthoola Roopam” due to Sthoola Drushti. Whereas, the Guru has the capability to see things in its subtle form “Sookshma Roopam” of the same thing watched by the disciples. So, the Guru directs the disciple (Thathwa Vicharam) to see its true picture and make him/her aware of the Reality from Unreal form.

785) Why the Phalasruthi (Rewards for the Listening/chanting) is not effective in many cases?

Ans. As we know, all our Puranas, Mahavakhyas, Stories and Sastras confirms that when you chant or read certain Slokas, etc… you will be rewarded a few benefits. Whereas, in real life, such rewards are not enjoyed by the reader. According to Bhakti-Ghnaana-Vairagya-Aathma Sakshathkara Margam explaining the reason that is “Most of the readers read such Maha Vakhyas as just a reading material known as ‘Vaachyartham’ (Just reading) without a specific ‘Lakshyaartham’ (Goal seeking). This is the reason; many readers cannot achieve the prescribed results. Vaachyammeans = just talk or read and Lakshyam means involvement and experience.

786) When can the mind disappear from its duties?

Ans. When Easwarathram (Godhood) Raises in us, the mind automatically becomes small to tiny and eventually it will lose its existence.

787) What is the property of Manas (Mind)?

Ans. This Universe and its existences mixed with all sorts of imaginations.

788) What are the moral takeouts of Mahabali Chakravarthy story and its actors?

Ans. Man’s mind = Mahabali, Karma Vasana = Sukracharyan, Vamanan = Real Owner of this Universe, Jagath (Universe) = Imaginations of the Mind. Thrilokas (Earth, Space, and Pathal) are Mahabali’s Imaginary Properties and he was ruling on it without any obstacles as assumed owner. Whereas, until Mahabali surrendered to God, he was big, and God was small (Vamana). The minute, when he gave up his Mind to God, he became small and God became biggest to conquer all his imaginations.

789) What is God’s actual vehicle?

Ans. Veda Mantras. God travels through these Mantras across Universe.

790) What is called Varuna Paasam (Lord of Water and his rope)?

Ans. Pancha Praanas (Five Vital Air) who control the body.

791) What humans need to learn from the form of Jambavan?

Ans. Jambavan is one the son of Lord Brahma and his original form is a divine immortal body, yet he appeared in Threthayug to help Sri Rama in the form of a Bear. Likewise, the Jeevan’s original nature is divine, and it is part of God but when it enters the body it behaves like Bear or Monkey (Chapalan). He is blind but if needed he can open his eyes through the discrimination power. He lives in cave-like Jeevan lives in the cage of heart. No one knows Jambavan’s age like nobody knows the life span of Jeevan (Soul) and when it will end. The human body is just like a Symanthaka Jewel, his daughter Jambavathi represent our Samsara Vruthi (Mundane life activities). When he united both (Syamanthaka and Jambavathi) with Lord Sri Krishna, he disappeared, and no one knows where he left for, i.e. the Soul got liberated.

792) When do the Jeevan (Soul) will dance with abundant joy?

Ans. When the Mind and Praananan (Life Energy) subside within, the Easwarathram (Goodhood) will start growing within, that is the time the Jeevan will dance with the fullest joy.

793) What is called Puranam (Epoch)?

Ans. The instructions and meanings of Veda mantra and Upanishads being elaborately narrated in a story form are known as Puran.

794) What is the actual meaning of Varna and Asramam?

Ans. Varna means Samskaram (Culture and Civilization) and Asramam means Jeevitha Reethi (Way of Life or Manners)

795) How can one achieve or get Samskaram (Culture and Civilization)?

Ans. It is supposed to come from Vasanas (Knowledge or desire from past memory and experience)

796) When do you get the chance to enhance your Thathwa Vicharam (Reality or Philosophical Thinking) and Thathwa Grahanam (Accept Reality or Philosophy)?

Ans. When the Bhakti (Devotion), Ghyaan (Ture Knowledge) and Vairaghyam (Determination) grow in a person, that will lead him/her to Sathsangh (Company of Wiseperson) and Guru Susroosha (Serving the Teacher). When these qualities get matured, the person will automatically start developing Thathwa Vicharam and Grahanam.

797) What is the aim of life (Jeevitha Lakshyam)?

Ans. To grab the Thathwam (Reality) and Thathwaanu-bhoothi (Experiencing Reality).

798) How Thrigunas (Tri qualities) are getting activated in human life?

Ans. Thamas Gunam represents Aavaranam (Mental Blindness or Cover), Rajas Gunam represents Vikshepam(Distraction) and Sathwa Gunam represents Bhodham (Consciousness and Knowledge). These qualities are interconnected to lead one’s day to day life.

799) What is Avaranam, Vikshepam, and Bhodham?

Ans. Avaranam is a mega force (Sakthi) that is mental blindness or a cover that will never allow a person to know or even try to know the God, who is – Supreme Self, Absolute Truth, Limitless, Non-Attributable, residing inside the heart of every person. Vikshepam is another mega force (Sakthi) that will distract a person from thinking about the Supreme Self. Whenever a person tries to think of God (Who along Exists in this Universe and rest all only a reflection) it immediately distracts and drive his/her views or thinking the power to unwanted or irrelevant areas. Bhodham is a mega force (Sakthi) that will drive the person to be knowledgable i.e. even though many things do not exist yet, it will create the awareness of it in the mind.

800) What are the 3 types of treatments applied (Chikithsa Sampradhayam) in Ayurveda?

Ans. 1. Langanam (To reduce the cause of ailments by fixing the damaged element or ingredient with the body. 2.Brumhanam (To increase the cause of ailments to fix the damage). 3. Sudhikaranam (To clean and refine the cause of ailments).

801) What is Sadhacharam (Good Conducts)?

Ans. A healthy lifestyle that is to be followed without causing any damage to the Vital Substances or Elements (Dhaathu Dhosham = mainly Thridosha – Kabham, Pitham, Vaatham).

802) What is the Kaarana Vasthu (Sookshma Sareeram) for the Kaarya Vasthu (Sthoola Sareeram)?

Ans. Kaarya Vasthu known as Sthoola Sareeram which is tangible as well as visible whereas the Kaarana Vasthu known as Sookshma Sareem is opposite. Therefore, Sookshma Sareeram is the cause of Sthoola Sareeram.

803) What are the diseases of Sookshma Sareeram?

Ans. They are 6 = 1. Raagam (Desires/Passion), 2. Dhwesham (Hatred), 3. Bhayam (Fear), 4. Krodham (Anger), 5. Vyasanam (Sorrows), 6. Aadhi (Subtle Worries).

804) How to treat the Sthoola and Sookshma Sareera Rogam (disease)?

Ans. For Sthoola Sareeram (Mortal Body) – Medicines to be applied or consumed and fasting is the treatment. ForSookshma Sareem (Subtle Body) – Sadhachara Nishta (Well balanced and pious lifestyle), Adhyaathmic Dharmacharanam (Undergo spiritual and righteous practices), Vedhantha Chintha (Philosophical thinking), Easwara Bhajanam (Worship God) are to be practiced.

805) How does the treatment reflects on Sthoola and Sookshma Sareeram?

Ans. When you give treatment to Sthoola Sareeram it will only cure the problems of Sthoola Sareera Angas (Parts), whereas, the treatment of Sookshma Sareera will reflect and cure both Sookshma and Sthoola Sareeram diseases.

806) Why do you need a Spiritual Guru for Aadhyathmic Sadhana (Spiritual Practice)?

Ans. How much important is a qualified doctor’s involvement for giving medical treatment to a patient, that much importance is needed of a Spiritual Guru for Spiritual Practices.

807) What is Para and Apara Bhakthi (Devotion)?

Ans. Para Bhakti means the “accomplishment or attainment in spiritual practices called Anubhoothi” whereas the Apara Bhakti is Sadhanaas (Practices) itself.

808) Who is eligible to practice Bhakshi Sadhana (Devotional Spiritual Practice)?

Ans. 3 Criteria – 1. He/She should be a simple flexible person who wholeheartedly loves God, 2. Not a chronic Virakthan (Passionless or Disaffected), 3. Not an Athyantha Sakthan (Too much addiction or attachment).

809) Who is Aaryan?

Ans. The person who respects and follow Sruthi (Vedas) and Smruthis (Hindu Law) are called Aaryas (This has nothing to do with Aarya stories created by the Western World to divide the unity among Sanathana Dharmis/Hindus).

810) When did the Vedas were divided into 4 parts?

Ans. Till the middle age of Dwapara Yuga (Approximately 8,000+ years before) the entire Veda was practiced as one. By end of Dwapara Yuga, Sri Veda Vyasa Maharshi divided the entire Veda into 4 parts and taught his close 4 disciples to propagate and practice.

811) What are the Sruthis (Vedas) learned and practiced by Sanathana Dharmis (Veda of Hindu Life)?

Ans. They are 6 – 1. Vedas, 2. Vedantham, 3. Soothraas, 4. Brahmanas, 5. Aranyakaas, 6. Upanishads.

812) What are the important Upaveda Granthas of Sanathana Dharma?

Ans. They are 8 divisions – 1. Ayurveda (Dhanvanthari Vidya – Medical treatment and medicines), 2. Dhanurveda(Brughu Maharshi Vidya – Archery and Military science), 3. Artha Sasthram (Law, Government, Politics, Commerce, etc), 4. Ghandharva-veda (Songs, Dance, Acting, Drama, Fine Arts, etc.), 5. Sthapathya Veda (Building Architecture, Making Chariots, Vehicles, Flights, Ships, Palace, Cities, Sculpture etc.), 6. Manusmruthi (Law and Order for better living standard among humans as per the Veda and Dharma Sastras), 7. Pachaka Sasthram (Cooking/Home Science), 8. Kaama Sasthra (Making Love and enjoy pleasureful activities for relaxation and reproduction).

813) What is Bakti (Devotion)?

Ans. Deep inside immeasurable love for God is Bakti.

814) When or how can one enjoy the Bakti?

Ans. There are 2 aspects: 1. God and Devotee must have a small distance (Dwaitha Bhavana), 2. Consider God as master and the devotee is his/her servant.

815) Which direction one should stand while washing legs/feet?

Ans. Facing the West quarter (Nowadays this practice is diminishing due to modern bathroom décor and flat system).

816) What is the real form of Bhakti (Devotion)?

Ans. Amruthathwam (Anointed with nectar, State of liberated mood, having consumed the life-giving delicious drink).

817) How to know what is Dharmam and Adharmam according to Abasthamba Soothram (Wise sayings of Sage Abasthamba)?

Ans. Whichever work is praised by the great people (Mahatmas) is Dharma and whatever they rejected or discarded is Adharma. Another approach, whatever is accepted by the Vedas is Dharma and rejected ones are Adharma.

818) What is the Proof/Justification/Certification (Pramanams) for Dharmas (Ethical/Model/Virtuous Principles)?

Ans. 4 important elements viz. 1. Vedas, 2. Advise and activities of Sages/Rishis who mastered the Vedas, 3. Wisemen’s way of life, 4. Great people’s satisfaction and happiness towards a specific activity.

819) What is Aacharam (Behaviour Guidelines)?

Ans. Consists of 4 un-avoidable activities that make Aacharam. 1. Snaanam (Taking Bath), 2. Aachamanam (Sipping water by saying God’s name/Hymn), 3. Aahaara Niyamam (Discipline in having holistic food), 4. Brahmacharya Anushtanam (Practicing Asceticism, at-least from time to time).

820) Who are the Authors of Dharma Sasthrams (Sanathana Dharma Law Book)?

Ans. 18 Maharshis (Great Sages) contributed their knowledge to make Dharma Sasthra Granth, starting from Manu Maharshi to Haareethar.

821) Who and how many Authors contributed to making the Poorva/Apara Soothram?

Ans. They have between 9 and 920 Maharshis in total, however, 18 are the most important Maharshis starting from Bhodhayanan till Kausikan.

822) What and where is the Mleccha Desam (Country/Place of non-believers) that exists according to Sanathana Dharma?

Ans. Where the Varnaasrama Dharmam is not practiced nor respected, where the Samskrutha Bhasha does not receive its due respects, where the freedom of worship is prohibited as per the individual’s own conviction and imaginations, such a place is to be considered as Mleccha Desam.

823) According to Yuga Dharma (Age of Earth/World), when and how a person will become Paapi (Sinner)?

Ans. Krutha Yuga = When you speak to a Paapi, Thredha Yuga = When you touch a Paapi, Dwapara Yuga = When you eat the food of a Paapi, Kali Yuga = When one does Paapa Karma (Sin rewarding activities) by himself/herself only will become a Paapi.

824) What is Rathi (Gracious Pleasure)?

Ans. An achievement or pleasure received by the mind during the right favorable situation is Rathi, in other words, mind’s transformation.

825) What is Raagam (Interest or Desire)?

Ans. Whatever thing that gives pleasure and happiness is called Raagam.

826) What is called Bhagavath Mahima (Greatness of God)?

Ans. God takes care of the true devotee’s well being and the devotee is only a reason or representative of God.

827) What are the divisions in Vaidhika Karmas (Action or rite prescribed by the Vedas)?

Ans. 2 Types – 1. Pravruthi Dharmam (Action to benefit and achieve material benefits), 2. Nivruthi Dharmam (Action to get rid of Vasanas/Desires and welfare).

828) How to become a good devotee (Bhakthan)?

Ans. Accept whatever it may be that can enhance the desire of enriching the devotion and renounce whatever that may cause disturbances for the growth of devotion.

829) Is it possible to describe the Aadhyathmic Anubhoothi (Spiritual Experience)?

Ans. Frankly speaking, it is not possible to describe perfectly, yet it needs to be described that is closer to the real experience held so that the disciples can understand and benefit. Since explanation is purely personal and it is directed by the individual’s capabilities of the Bhudhi (Brain skills). Moreover, the same point of view and opinion can differ between person to person. Each person’s expression will be controlled by their own mind, that is why it can’t be a single order of explanation about the spiritual experience.

830) How Bakti (Devotion) is interpreted?

Ans. 3 ways viz. 1. Medhavi = Through Spiritual Knowledge (Ghyaana Roopam), 2. Bhakthan = Through enjoyment (Aananda Roopam), 3. Karmi = Through serving God and his/her order (Seva Roopam).

831) How to escape from Aadi Vyaadi (Disease of Confusion and Worries)?

Ans. Involving oneself in 5 activities viz. 1. Japam (Chanting), 2. Prarthana (Prayer), 3. Saadhyaayam (Repeatedly practicing spiritual cause), 4. Sangeerthanam (Singing Glories of God), 5. Katha Kaala Kshepam (Listening to stories of God Incarnations).

832) What are the significations of Paraa Bakti (Ultimate true devotion)?

Ans. A devotee’s activities will be surrendered to Personal God. Whenever the devotee gets a chance to think of his/her God, he/she will experience an unbearable vibration across body and throat get chocked, whereby not even a word can be uttered! Therefore, soon he/she will become unconscious.

833) Who gets pure devotion to God?

Ans. The one who have no desires or passion and do not depend on anyone and anything will eventually be moved towards God.

834) What are the core Bakti Sadhanaas (Practicing Devotion)?

Ans. They are two types – 1. Sadhakam (Achiever/Favourable), 2. Bhadhakam (Troublemaker/Non-favourable).

835) What is the meaning of Acharyan?

Ans. The one who did severe practice to realize the truth is called Achaaryan.

836) What is called Bhajanam (Act of worship)?

Ans. Serving God with greatest love and affection is Bhajanam and the obedient attitude is called Bhakti.

837) Who are called Mahath (Greatest among great)?

Ans. When a person possesses these 5 superior qualities he/she will be known as Mahath. They are 1. Samadrusthi (Seeing Equality), 2. Paramasanthi (Deepest Calm), 3. Krodharahithan (Angerless), 4. Sarvabhootha Suhruthbandham (Friendship and loving interaction with everything), 5. Sadhachara Sampannan (Practicing Pious, Spiritual, Religious and Ritualistic lifestyle). Please note, such people have only one goal that is to achieve liberation from transmigration.

838) Who is the true devotee according to Lord Sri Krishna?

Ans. Sri Krishna Said, one must have an unshakable faith on the following that – I am beyond space and time, I am everywhere and in everyone, I am the Parabrahman, I am the embodiment of Sath-Chith-Ananda form, who worship me knowingly or unknowingly with a single-minded concentration on me are my true devotees.

839) Who are the Sadhus (Saints)?

Ans. Those who have genuine devotion towards God, having full faith in me (Sri Krishna), renounce his/her Karma (duties), Relatives and Friends for my sake are Sadhus.

840) Who will be able to win over Maya (Illusion/Ignorance)?

Ans. The one who renounced all types of sensual pleasure (Vishayasakthi) and developed complete dependency in Paramathma will be able to overcome the effects of Maya.

841) What is in appropriate for a Sadhakan (Spiritual Truth Seeker) to listen?

Ans. They are 4 issues. 1. He/She must not hear the stories or praises of the opposite sex, 2. Should not hear the stories of wealth or wealthy people, 3. Should not to hear the stories of abusers of Vedas and Gods, 4. Shall not hear the stories of those who opposed God’s wish (shown enmity towards God or God Incarnations). These may create obstacles on the progress of spiritual seeking.

842) Who are the Naskthikas (Non-Believers)?

Ans. Those who criticize the life after death (Paralok) and making ill talk of Vedas.

843) How Vikaras (Change or Transformation) change their characteristics in the same person?

Ans. 2 Approaches, 1. When we channel our inherited Vikaras towards God it will transform as Bakthi, whereas, when it is channeled towards Vishaya Sakthi (Sensual Pleasure) it will transform as Kaamam (Lust). Please note the same Vikara is taking different opposite form based on one’s effort.

844) What are the duties of a true Jeevan Muktha (Liberated Soul/Person)?

Ans. Neither in a hurry to die nor to live, just wait for the call of death, like a daily wages worker who waits for his salary after the completion of daily work.

845) What are the core duties of a Bhaavathan (Devotee of God)?

Ans. 1. He/She should keep on listening to the stories and glories of his/her personal God and its incarnations, 2. Chant God’s name (Hymn) as much as possible and wander around in the holy places.

846) What is Truth (Sathyam)?

Ans. It is always equal, justifiable, ever living face or presence of the Absolute Brahman.

847) How many ways the Bakthi (Devotion) is manifested or revealed?

Ans. Though the Bakthi remains one and the only, yet it is being projected by devotees in 11 ways. 1. Guna Mahathmya Ssakthi (Interest in glories), 2. Roopa Ssakthi (Interest in various forms), 3. Pooja Ssakthi (Interest in worship), 4. Smarana Ssakthi (Interest in meditation), 5. Dasyaa Ssakthi (Interest in a serving), 6. Sakhya Ssakthi (Interest in friendship), 7. Vaathsalya Ssakthi (Interest in love and affection), 8. Kaandhaa Ssakthi (Interest in attraction), 9. Aathma Nivedhanaa Ssakthi (Interest in full surrender), 10. Thanmayathaa Ssakthi (Interest in absorption), 11. Parama Virahaa Ssakthi (Interest in unbearable separation).

848) Why does the Bakti Maargam (Path of devotion) always successful?

Ans. The Bakti has many faces, yet it offers the freedom to choose the right path according to the situation that favours them.

849) Who are the main propagators or achievers of Bakthi Maarg?

Ans. According to Srimad Bhagavatham there are 19 Aacharyaas. 1. Sanathkumars, 2. Vyasa, 3. Suka, 4. Sandilya Maharshi (Author of Bakthi Meemamsa), 5. Garga Maharshi (Author of Garga Samhitha), 6. Vishnu Maharshi (Author of Vishnu Samhitha), 7. Kaundinyan, 8. Aadi Seshan, 9. Udhava, 10. Udhaalaka Aaruni Maharshi, 11. Mahabali, 12. Hanuman, 13. Vibhishan, 14. Prahlad, 15. Naradha Maharshi, 16. Ambarikshan, 17. Pundaleekan, 18. Parasara Maharshi, 19. Bhishmacharya (Author of Sri Vishnu Sahasranamam)

850) What is Chandrayana Vruth (Fasting counting on Moon’s status)?

Ans. Conducting 30 days of special fasting and penance that produces innumerable benefits to who fast. Full upavas on the day of Amavasya, thereafter from Prathama till Chathurdhasi every day increase one bowl (mouthful) of food and do full fasting on the Poornima (15th) day, likewise keep reducing one bowl of food each day till 14th day and full fasting on the Amavasya Day.

851) What are the 10 Important Vaayus (Air) in the human body?

Ans. 1. Praanan (Heart and circulatory system), 2. Apaanan (Remover of waste discharger), 3. Vyaanan (Muscular activities throughout the body), 4. Udhaanan (Throat function and sound controller), 5. Samaanan (Metabolism and digestive system) = These 5 Praanas are most important Praana Vaayus, 6. Naagan (Controls Burping), 7. Koorman(Blinking), 8. Girikaran/Krikalan (Sneezing), 9. Devadathan (Yawning), 10. Dhananjayan (Control of heart valves / Contrast and Expand the body).

852) How to identify the presence of Pisacha (Ghost/Spirit), Yaksha (Super Natural being) and Ghandharva (Heavenly Choristers)?

Ans. Pisacha = A form of lightweight floating on the air, Yaksha = Cool white light like full moon, Ghandharva = A form just like a brighten lamp.

853) What can make the human body pure (Sareera Sudhi)?

Ans. By involving in 3 activities the body will become pure and neat. 1. A bath in a river that flows in full power and pushes the stones, 2. Agni Pravesam (Sitting in front of fire pouring ghee in it), 3. Doing rituals only after understanding the meaning of Mantras.

854) What are the Avatars of Bhagavan Vishnu in each Yuga?

Ans. Kritha Yuga (4) = Mathsya Avatar, Koorma Avatar, Varaaha Avatar, Narasimha Avatar, Thretha Yuga (3) = Vaamana Avatar, Parasurama Avatar, Sri Rama Avatar, Dwapara Yuga (2) = Balarama Avatar, Sri Krishna Avatar, Kali Yuga (1) = Kalki Avatar.

855) How to offer the Argyam (Water) to divine bodies by classification and the status of Upavetham (Poonal/Sacred Thread)?

Ans. Five divine bodies receive Argyam (Pure Water) from the eligible human beings. 1. Gods = Holding water in both palms and pour it through the tip of fingers, 2. Devas (Celestial bodies) = Hold water in the right palm and pour it through the tip of fingers, 3. Maharshis (Saints) = Hold water in the right palm and pour it through (Kanishtika) the little finger, 4. Pithrus (Ancestors) = Hold water in the right palm and pour it through (Angushtam) the Index finger, 5.Brahman (Absolute Truth) = Hold water in the right palm then raise the hand above the neck and allow the water to drip through the elbow.
Position of Upavetham: Gods and Devas = Upavethi (from left to right), Maharshis and Brahman = Mala (wearing garland type), Pithrus = Pracheenavethi (from right to left).

856) Which Gunas (Qualities) will dominate in Human beings according to Yuga?

Ans. Kritha Yuga = Sathweeka Guna, Thretha and Dwapara Yuga = Raajasa Guna, Kali Yuga = Thamasik Guna.

857) What are the characteristics of Yugas and its Dharma?

Ans. 1.During Kritha Yuga (1,728,000 Years): Every beings will have an equal life span, full comfort, and happiness, no varnasrama dharmams nor caste system, dharma will have 100 per cent justification and it will have all its four legs in working condition, there is no punya (merits) nor paapa (demerits), there is only one God worshipped who is Sri Parameswaran, no one will have ill thinking, everyone can travel everywhere with their body (from space to earth to paathal). At the last phase of Kritha Yuga, things will start losing its purity and dharma’s one leg will be muted, this situation will give birth to Thretha Yuga.

2. During Thretha Yuga (1,296,000 Years): Rain will start pouring on the earth, plants and trees will sprout which will produce fruits and vegetables, humans will start getting hunger and start eating these produces and live under the shade of huge trees, people will develop anger and comparison, due to draught in earth people will go to heaven and bring food items, humans will discover gold, jewelry, precious gemstones, metal, minerals etc., design clothes, start to differentiate between male and female, interest will develop to eat tasty food, sensual pleasure will shoot up, start making buildings and sophisticated luxury homes, develop agriculturally activities, the gap will develop between rich and poor, use black magic to secure social status, wealthy and healthy person will become king and start attacking others to grab their land and possessions, to streamline social system as per Brahma’s order varna-aasrama-dharma will be created, people’s life span will start differing to meet death. At the last phase of Thretha Yuga, things will start losing its purity and dharma’s two legs will be muted, this situation will give birth to Dwapara Yuga.

3. During Dwapara Yuga (864,000 Years): People will not know what merits and demerits is and start living with lots of confusions, to show the right path Bhagavan Sri Veda Vyasa will incarnate and divide Aadi Vedam into 4 parts learning syllabi to understand inner meanings of Vedas, he will also, create various Puranaas and devotional paths to create some unity among human beings. At the last phase of Dwapara Yuga, things will start losing its purity and dharma’s three legs will be muted, this situation will give birth to Kali Yuga.

4. During Kali Yuga (432,000 Years): People will not respect Dharmas, Adharma will flourish, everywhere untruthful activities, Kama-Krodha-Lobha-Moha-Madha-Maathsaryam will rule the world, no one will follow law, rules, and regulations, race for accumulating wealth in every possible unethical way, to enjoy the material life anything will do! Brahmins will stop doing their own Karma and take up/follow all other’s work, priests will not perform their duties, always thinking about the opposite sex especially men for other’s women, prostitution will prevail and it will become the law of land, erratic behavior of the environment will cause many disasters for all beings, various type of disease will prevail, so many unethical Godmen/women will emerge and loot people’s faith as well as money, to achieve higher position there will be no hesitation to do any type of criminal activities including killing innocent and wise men, no respects will be given to parents, girls will conceive pregnancy at an early age through illicit sexual activities, abortions of pregnancy will be a casual practice, the life span of people will be reduced to the lowest, people will make money and fame by selling God’s holy names and glories, religious wars will erupt, scientific achievements will bring down the faith in divinity, people will ask proof for everything to the extent of questioning their own parents! Peace will die. War will erupt for food and drinking water. Life will have no meaning. At the last phase of Kali Yuga, everything will collapse, and dharma will lose its all four legs. This the situation will give birth to total dissolution by the wrath of God. Everything comes to an end. Now wait for the new Kritha Yuga to start after a gap/cusp of 100 divine years of Uthara Sandhya period which is 36,000 human years.

858) At what frequency the Karma Phala (Deeds of Karma/Results of Action) is obtained during each Yuga?

Ans. Kritha Yuga – within 1 year, Thretha Yuga – within 3 months, Dwapara Yuga – within 1 month and Kali Yuga – within 1 day, the rewards are given to the doer by nature/creator.

859) What are the Vaayu Chakras (Wheels of Air) and its placement in our Universe?

Ans. Above Earth (Bhoo Loka) is Soorya Mandala, means the distance between Earth and Sun called Bhuvar Loka, from Sun to Druva Mandalam distance is called Suvar Loka. There are 7 Vaayu Chakras roaming freely from Suvar Loka (The Air is in the form of wheel or disk) to move everything. These 7 Vaayu Lokas have different names and in each disk is the primary subtle resource for stars and fundamental elements that are ruling this Universe. They are: Aavakan occupied by Megha (Clouds), Bhravakan occupied by Sooryan, Anuvakan occupied by Chandran, Sankavan occupied byNakshathras (Stars), Vivakan occupied by Grahas (Planets), Paavakan occupied by Saptha Rishis and Parivakanoccupied by Dhruvan.

860) In this Galaxy everyone has a place or home, therefore where the Sun is placed?

Ans. Sun is placed in the “Maanasothara Mountain” at the point of its Axis it rotates itself. Along with Sun, there are 6 more personalities occupies his wheel. They are Naagaas, Rakshasaas, Munis, Ghandharvas, Apsarass, and Yakshaas. These personalities have a special body that will protect them from Sun’s heat waves.

861) What are the 2 sources of clouds that make rain (Megha and Varsham)?

Ans. 1. Aagneya Varsha Megham (This cloud is created from the fire, heat waves, humidity, evaporation process, etc.), 2. Pushkala Varsha Megham (This cloud is created by the creator Brahma from his breath). Aagneya Varsham will not have thunderstorm whereas Pushkala Varsham will have a thunder storm.

862) What is the hight of Sun’s Chariot?

Ans. 9,000 Yojanas (Approximately 108,000 Kilo Meter), it has only one wheel pulled by 7 divine horses.

863) How Sun was created by the Creator?

Ans. The Absolute Brahman known as Paramathma created 3 types of Fires from the Pure Water. They are called Fire ofDhaiveekam, Bhautheekam, and Vaidheekam. Sun was created from Dhaiveekam Agni, Bhautheekam Agni was placed in the living beings (casually known as Jadaraagni) then Vaidheekam Agni was instructed to be available as the fire of worship in every house/temple. One can put off the Vaidheekam Agni with the help of water, whereas the other two Agnis Daiveekam and Bhautheekam can’t be put it off with the help of water.

864) What is the birth stars of 7 planet Gods?

Ans. Sooryan – Visakha star, Chandran – Krithika star, Angarakan – Poorvashada star, Bhudhan – Sravishta star,Bhruhaspathi – Poorvashada star, Sukran – Pupshya star, Sani – Revathy star.

865) What are the Yogas Parvathi Devi received from Lord Siva?

Ans. 5 Important Yogams viz. Manthra Yogam, Parisa Yogam, Bhaava Yogam, Ghnaana Yogam, and Maha Yogam. Let me explain the Yogas significations. 1. Manthra Yogam: Meditating on God by chanting the Mantras are Manthra Yogam, 2. Parisa Yogam: After concentrating on a single pointed object, do the pranayama (Pooraka-Kumbaka-Rechaka) and fix the Aathma (Soul) in Paramathma with the help of mind, 3. Bhaava Yogam: Leave everything behind i.e. forget everything and see the God in your Chitha (Soul/Intellect), 4. Ghnaana Yogam: Renounce duality and see the Self in everything likewise everything in the Self, 5. Maha Yogam: To know or realize that the Paramathma (Absolute Brahman/Creator) is formless yet in the form of bright light, ever living, everywhere, ultimate joy, purest, indivisible and limitless if Maha Yagam.

866) What are the Ashta Mangala Dravyaas (Sacred Items)?

Ans. 8 Auspicious items, seeing or touching those items are to be considered as lucky as well add prosperity to human life. They are 1. Kannadi (Mirror), 2. Madhu (Honey), 3. Deepam (Lamp), 4. Sri Lakshmi Vigraham (Idol of Goddess Lakshmi), 5. Chamaram (Feather Hand Fan), 6. Valampuri Sanku (Right side conch), 7. Swasthikam (Symbol), 8. Ghadam (Fully filled pot). Ashta Dravyas differ from place to place and its functional usage.

867) Which are the Siva Temples that represent Shadadhaara Chakras?

Ans. Thiruvaaroor – Mooladhara Chakram, Thiruvaanaikka – Swadhishtaana Chakram, Thiruvannamalai = Manipooraka Chakram, Thillaipathi/Chidhambaram – Anaahatha Chakram, Thirukaalahasthi – Visudhi Chakram, Thirukaasi – Aagnaa Chakram, Thirukailaasam – Sahasraara Padmam and Thirumadurai – Dwaadhasaantha Sthaanam.

868) Who is Mai Ghnaani (Knower of Absolute Truth)?

Ans. Mai means Truth in the Tamil Language. The one who conquered the 6 truths are to be called as Mai Gnaani, they are Manas (Mind), Vaak (Speech), Adharam/Paadham (downside), Oordhwam (top side), Praachya (front side), Prushta (back side). Four corners plus manas and vaak.

869) How a woman should do Samudra Snaan (a dip in the sea)?

Ans. One of the three options are given for her to do Samudra Snaanam (being auspicious especially on a full black day/amavasya). She must hold the hand of her Husband or Son or Tail of a Cow.

870) How big is the Moola Grandh (Sourcebook) of Mahabharatham and where is it kept?

Ans. He wrote/composed 60 lakhs Grandhas (6 million), out of which 30 lakh kept in the Deva Lokam, 15 lakh kept in the Asura Lokam, 14 lakhs kept in the Yaksha Lokam and 1 lakh kept in the Bhoo Lokham. The one in the Bhoo Lokham has 8800 slokaas.

871) What is the secret of “Pillayar Chuzi” used by the Tamilians before they write anything?

Ans. Sudha Maaya is known as Icha Sakthi. A Sakthi (Divine Force) that emerged from this Sudha Maaya and stood as a Bindhu (Dot) by creating a Naadham (Sound). That Naadham kept extending towards its right side. This is what called Pillayar Chuzi or the beginning creation.

872) Who is philosophical subtle Indra (Sookshma Indran)?

Ans. The confluence of five Karmendriyas and Ghnaanendriyas create Ganaas (Batch or Gang). The chief of these Ganaas is Mind or Indran, in other words, our own Mind (Manas) is Indran.

873) Who is philosophical subtle (Sookshma) Ganapathy?

Ans. Ga means Bhudhi, Na means Ghnaanam and Pathy means Chief. Chief of everything is Ganapathy especially Bhudhi.

874) What is the true nature of humans?

Ans. A combination of Prakruthi and Divinity is actual human but due to ignorance he/she forgot their true existence and fall into transmigration until they realize the true nature.

875) What is the subtle meaning of Thriveni Sangam (Confluence of Three Divine Rivers)?

Ans. The confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswathi rivers is known as Triveni Sangam or “Prayaag”. Ganga means Ghnaanam, Yamuna means Bhakti and Saraswathi mean Sradha when these three qualities unite, immediately the person becomes pure (Sudhi). Prayag means the place of Aswamedha Yagnasthal and Sacrificial place – means Mind act as Horse and when mind dissolves all its bindings (give up or sacrifice or renounce) the person will become purest.