Madhurashtakam

Adharam Madhuram, Vadanam Madhuram,
Nayanam Madhuram, Hasitam Madhuram,
Hridayam Madhuram, Gamanam Madhuram,
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram.

Sweet are thine lips, Krishna,
So are thine sweet cherubic face,
Sweet are thine jet black eyes, Krishna
So is thine soulful laugh,
Sweet is thine loving heart, Krishna
So is thine beautiful gait,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet.


Vachanam Madhuram, Charitam Madhuram,
Vasanam Madhuram, Valitam Madhuram,
Chalitam Madhuram, Bhramitam Madhuram,
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram.

Sweet are thine sweetest words, Krishna,
So is thine divine story.
Sweet is the place of your stay , Krishna,
So is thine greatness,
Sweet are thine movements , Krishna,
So is thine confusion.
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet.



Venur Madhura, Renur Madhura,
Panir Madhura, Padou Madhura,
Nrityam Madhuram, Sakhyam Madhuram,
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram

Sweet is thine flute , Krishna,
So is thine foot-dust,
Sweet are thine hands Krishna,
So are thine feet.
Sweet is thine dance Krishna,
So is thine friendship.
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet



Geetam Madhuram, Peetam Madhuram,
Bhuktam Madhuram,Suptam Madhuram,
Roopam Madhuram, Tilakam Madhuram
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram.

Sweet is thine song, Krishna,
So is what you drink,
Sweet is what you eat, Krishna,
So is your sleep,
Sweet are thine looks , Krishna,
So is thine Tilaka,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet.

Karanam Madhuram, Taranam Madhuram,
Haranam Madhuram, Ramanam Madhuram,
Vamitam Madhuram, Shamitam Madhuram,
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram.

Sweet are thine deeds, Krishna,
So is thine path of salvation,
Sweet is thine theft , Krishna,
So is thine play of love,
Sweet are thine oblations, Krishna,
So is thine tranquility,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet



Gunja Madhura, Mala Madhura,
Yamuna Madhura, Veechi Madhura,
Salilam Madhuram, Kamalam Madhuram,
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram.

Sweet is thine necklace of berries, Krishnam
So is thine garland,
Sweet is thine river Yamuna, Krishna,
So are the ripples in the river,
Sweet is thine water , Krishna,
So is the lotus in the water,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet



Gopi Madhura, Leela Madhura,
Yuktam Madhuram, Muktam Madhuram,
Drishtam Madhuram,Shishtam Madhuram,
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram

Sweet are thine Gopis , Krishna,
So is thine playful sport,
Sweet are thine right thoughts,Krishna,
So is thine salvation,
Sweet is what you see, Krishna,
So is what is left out,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet



Gopa Madhura, Gavo Madhura,
Yashtir Madhura, Srishtir Madhura,
Dalitam Madhuram, Phalitam Madhuram,
Madhuradhipater-akhilam Madhuram.

Sweet are thine Gopas , Krishna,
So are thine cows,
Sweet is thine staff, Krishna,
So is thine creation,
Sweet is what you trample , Krishna,
So are thine jokes,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet

Om Sri Keshavaya Namah
Blessed Be... !

Crossing The Samsara Sagara

If one has the same degree of interest in attaining Self-knowledge, meditation and Self-bliss as one has in attaining material objects, one would have no difficulty in crossing the samsara sagara, the ocean of rebirth. If one develops non-attachment towards worldly objects, stays clear of desire, passion and anger and loves one's real Self, there is nothing in one's attaining liberation instantly.
One's body is not really beautiful. If it were, it would remain beautiful even after death. It's a bag of bones, muscle and fat and will finally disintegrate when it becomes lifeless.
The above thoughts should be placed before the mind repeatedly. One should get rid of identification with body, knowing it to be unreal, a storehouse of waste and an abode of miseries, and dwell in the conviction of being the Atman. The body is like a house which we have sometime. The house, which you are attached to and think you are the owner of, is not yours. The body is made up of the five elements of Nature. When you wake up to the Truth, as a 'jijansu' or inquisitive aspirant, you will realize, " I am not this house made up of the five elements. I am Truth, Consciousness and Bliss, the Absolute Self which is distinct from body.

The mind is both the the friend and enemy of man. If you have overcome the mind, it will be your friend. If the mind is controlled, the senses too will be brought under control.
There are many ways to control the mind. For example, japa of the divine name, the holy company of saints and practicing Pranayama. A good and effective means among these is japa of the divine name. A truly inquisitive aspirant attains salvation. Constant practice, contemplation and meditation make the aspirant established in the conviction of being the Atman. Hence one should constantly be engaged in the practice of contemplation and meditation to attain freedom from all miseries and realize the Bliss Supreme.

Blessed Be...!

Pranayama and The Seven Chakras

Breathing is life. It is one of our most vital functions. One of the Five Principles of Yoga is Pranayama or Breathing Exercise which promotes proper breathing. Proper Breathing, in a Yogic point of view, is to bring more oxygen to the blood and to the brain, and to control prana or the vital life energy. Pranayama - the science of breath control, consist a series of exercises intended to meet these needs and to keep the body in vibrant health.

The Chakras are the seven main energy centers in the body. They are located along the Spine, starting at the base and running upwards to the crown of the head. The Chakras are described as "whirling disks of light", and each Chakra radiates a specific color and energy. As each Chakra relates to specific spiritual, emotional, psychological and physical issues, the conscious awareness and the balancing of these energy centers lead to well-being.

Chakra 1: Muladhara Chakra
The first Chakra, Muladhara (root), is located at the base of the spine. Its color is red and its issues are survival, stability, and self-sufficiency.

Chakra 2: Svadhisthana Chakra
The second Chakra, Svadhisthana (sweetness), is located at the lower abdomen (between belly button and pelvic bone). Its color is orange and its issues are sexuality, creativity, relationships and emotions.

Chakra 3: Manipura Chakra
The third Chakra, Manipura (lustrous gem), is located at the solar plexus (between belly button and bottom of rib cage). Its color is yellow and its issues are personal power, self esteem, willfulness and energy.

Chakra 4: Anahata Chakra
The fourth Chakra, Anahata (not struck), is located at the heart (center of the chest). Its color is green and its issues are love, compassion, acceptance, and trust.

Chakra 5: Vishuddha Chakra
The fifth Chakra, Vissudha (purification), is located at the throat. Its color is bright blue and its issues are communication, inspiration, expression, and faith.

Chakra 6: Ajna Chakra
The sixth Chakra, Ajna (to perceive), is located between the eyebrows, just above the bridge of the nose. Its color is indigo blue and its issues are psychic, emotional and mental intelligence, and intuition.

Chakra 7: Sahasrara Chakra
The seventh Chakra, Sahasrara (thousand petaled), is located at the crown (top) of the head. Its color is white or violet and its issues are devotion, inspiration, selflessness, and spiritual understanding.

Taking the Kundalini energy up from the Muladhara Chakra to the Sahasrara Chakra is the main goal of Kundalini Yoga. They use different Yoga Techniques in order to awaken the Kundalini (serpent energy) which is resting in the Muladhara Chakra and make it flow from the base of the spine to the top of the head. Once Kundalini reaches its final destination, the Sahasrara Chakra, you will be in the knowledge space or Chidakasa.

Blessed Be...!