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Book Review : ಮಕ್ಕಳಿಗಾಗಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಶ್ರೀಧರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ಕಥೆಗಳು - ಮೇದಿನಿ ಕೆಸವಿನಮನೆ

 

This is another short book with selected stories from the life of Sri Sridhara Swami of Varadahalli. Sri Sridhara Swami was known for his miraculous healing powers & a general smile that would assuage the bhaktas of their fears, worries & issues. This book recounts some select stories from his illustrious life, also giving a sneak peak to the society of those times. Sri Sridhara Swami was born in Chincholi of modern day Maharashtra, but later travelled to Sajjangad which is considered as Sri Samarth Ramadas’ kshetra. Sri Sridhara Swami is considered as the Manasa sishya of Sri Samarth Ramadas ji.

First word (ಮೊದಲ ಮಾತು) of the author is quite an interesting read. The role of providence in providing the author with the opportunity to write this divine book, specially her journey through the chapters itself is an interesting read. It is pure divine play that some are chosen for such divine tasks and the author sure is a blessed one.

The stories, incidents have some intricate details, but I will capture some very important lessons from the book to give an overview & hopefully pique the interest so that more people read this divine work.

  • Dress for the occasion - A very highly relevant chapter in modern society where dressing for temples & holy kshetras needs a serious overhaul
  • Mother Nature has a way to take control of situation
  • Focus on bettering yourselves continuously
  • It is ordained on who deserves what
  • Be aware, pragmatic & realistic of the society we live in
  • Place your full faith and trust in Guru
  • If you can’t benefit others, at least try not to be a botheration
  • Chapter on Madi is very wonderful - Needs to be read widely
  • Don’t assume that animals are not intelligent - Love all beings equally
  • One has to bear the fruits of Poorva janma Prarabdha
  • Don’t play with the divine - Experience their divinity
  • Think, Introspect before you speak - Does this really help? Will this hurt anyone?
  • Importance of chanting Rama and Krishna namas & why their are beneficial for us



This book is for all i.e. young and old alike. Read the book. Gift the book to children & spread the word.

VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!!

Note: I highly appreciate Ayodhya Publications in bringing out these gems. These are very highly relevant in the modern context.


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