Re:Love vs. legalism in Vaishnavism?
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• August 13, 1999
Dear Al, SaraNAgati, as prescribed by Sri Vaishnava Acharyas including Ramanuaj and present day Acharyas, does not require any sort of rituals. Sri Periya vachan pillai, one of the greatest commentators among Sri Vaishnava acharyas, outlines the methods by which a true sishya can surrender to God. He says that, each vaishnava should learn the meaning of Bhagavad Gita, Divya prabhantham etc., from his Acharya after initiation into the tradition. This will happen only if both the Acharya and the student have faith in each other's commitment. He goes on to say that, even if a student is not bright and fails to understand the meaning of Divay Prabhandam, just associatoing himself, in the right spirit, with those who understand the DP, will be sufficient for GOD's grace. Learning from, and serving, an Achrya is even better. So, whenever you get an opportunity, please associate with people who understand DP and help others understand the text as well. Being an active participant on this list may be the first step. Thanks, -- Venkatesh K. Elayavalli Cypress Semiconductor Data Communications Division 3901 N. First St. MS 4 Phone: (408) 456 1858 San Jose CA 95134 Fax: (408) 943 2949
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