They call me Madam Credits: sketch artist : Pepper Tharp poetry : Sikiladi
being hindu
Travel Trails: (18)The blue dome!
The main dome and accompanying smaller domes on the sides ……. The blue tones of paint and terraced slides….. The carved figurines divine amid heavenly vibes…. Pleasing to the eyes, in efforts of dharma revives!! Sikiladi
Tree Planting (part 2)
Published in June edition of Hindu Deep : newsletter by Hindu Council of Kenya
prayerful Pattern (2)
The prayer Altar which much thought into placing of the various idols and items in preparation of Ram Katha. Jalaram Bappa at one end stands tall asserting his authority in his temple. Ganpati ji at the other end stands as a savior “Vighnaharta “ Besides other murtis and pictures the quintessential item: The Kalash with … Continue reading prayerful Pattern (2)
Prayerful pattern (1)
The traditional prayer pattern created from grains and lentils is symbolic of abundance and the invocation of different divine manifestations of the Male and Female deities in Hindu spirituality. Above pattern was created at the Jalaram Mandir, Nairobi for a Ramayana Katha ( recitation of the holy scripture) in June 2024.
Holy Geeta @ Brahma Kumaris
An Introductory talk about the Holy Geeta conducted by Alpa Shah of Chinmaya Mission with Brahma Kumaris.
Vasant Panchami!
I seek your blessings Mata Saraswati in each world that I write professionally or personally. I seek your blessings in each word that I pen down in prose or poetry. Sikiladi I seek your blessings in each word that I speak on stage or off stage, in the boardroom or onscreen. I seek your blessings … Continue reading Vasant Panchami!
Diwali Festival
Diwali Festival By Sikiladi Wardrobes gain new entries as do the lockers The festival of Lights with lamps clay, brass or coppers Houses and offices get a new glaze and shine Meeting friends and relatives thine and mine Sikiladi Cleaning of the grime of ignorance and dust Re-painting the walls, giving homes a new thrust … Continue reading Diwali Festival
Saamuhik Shraddha Tarpan 2023
Published in The Asian Weekly, Edition 685, ( Oct 20 - 26th, 2023) Subject: *Request to join the global Hindu cause for Sanatan Dharma revival and preservation.* Dear All, We would request you join the collective movement “Shraddh Sankalp Divas”, for the oneness, strength and preservation of Global Hindu community. You must be aware, that … Continue reading Saamuhik Shraddha Tarpan 2023
Ten Heads of Defame!
The Ten Heads! By Sikiladi A steady intelligence and marveled brilliance Were the legendary Ravana’s magnificence Yet he failed his fortune in demonic essence For he fell from his spiritual self-obedience Bringing disgrace to his Royal gait and valor This wise Pandit fell to traits of self-absorb The heads as fabled to be ten in count … Continue reading Ten Heads of Defame!
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