SIDDHAR VIZHA 2017

The Siddhar Vizha was held in several venues and homes of devotees of Agathiyar yesterday. It was wonderful to see Agathiyar's nama japam done extending beyond borders and cultures.

Khru Pedro Solana of Spain who runs an ashram in Chiang Mai, Thailand brought together his martial arts students in prayer to the Siddhas.

Master Uva started off the puja at his Sri Agasthiyar Sakthi Allayam.

Thavathiru Kumarswamigal Aiya of the Agathiyar ashram in Anuvavi, Coimbatore presided over the Maha Sathuru Samhara Rudra Mirthinjaya Yaagam held at Sri Krishna's premises.

The Sri Mayuranathar Alayam temple committee conducted a Siddhar puja too at the temple.

Several devotees conducted individual and family prayers at their own homes.

We at AVM conducted a homam, abhisegam and bhajan with AVM family and friends.

Later that night Thondu Seivom members hit the streets of Kuala Lumpur to distribute food parcels to the homeless and hungry.

AVM thanks Thondu Seivom for their wonderful thought and their deed in performing annadhanam to commemorate the Siddhar Vizha and end it in a memorable way. 

IN SILENCE HE TREADS

In silence, he treads you may miss his presence

Sweetly he speaks go beyond his sentence

Appetite for love, far beyond the greatness

Light from thy eyes illuminating the darkness

Gigantic heart, it’s beating heard far and wide

Arms outstretched; a whispering guide

Fortunate are those drawn to his side

For those are few he carries back home with pride

Seeing it all, coal and gold

Never does he judge nor withhold

Still love he chooses to make him whole

His sight and sense from his heart and soul

Working tirelessly, succeed he must

For others alone morning till dusk

Bringing them close along with trust

Patience and patience never to be rushed

Within his embrace, he perceives it all

Near or far he is there before you call

Day or night his work is never done

Happy is he when we are one

Curious am I, who lies behind those eyes

Avoiding mine is much too wise

What we seek lies at his feet

He gives it all…but never his feet

Humble and shy

No name, no title, choosing to be free

Who could it be, o’ who could it be?

Guru like perfection is all over thee

Happy is he behind his pen

Fulfilling the master’s wishes again and again

A humble disguise where he resides

My plea pure soul, from me, do not hide

(Unknown)

At the sacred feet of Tavayogi Thangarasan Adigal

A devotee of Agathiyar traveled all the way to Kallar Ashram from her hometown in South Africa to spend some time with Tavayogi Thangarasan Adigal. She sent me the following piece.

Fond is my memory of that crisp December morn

You strolled with me around the ashram splendor

Like a little child ecstatic to be at your side

Never can forget that sweet scent of sandal

Your words flowed with kindness and  affection

Your aura, your special attention

A time so precious, a place so enchanting

Could it be real, or was it surreal

The heart pounded in restless anticipation

To behold your gaze, such untold gratification

A spot at your feet, for just a moment so complete

The heart’s endless desirous struggle

Who dwells behind those saffron robes?

Could it be so, I long to know?

You laugh at me for it is all child’s play

Alert I must be or you win over me

Elated you are when you lose

For then, your precious feet I have glimpsed

Igniting a memory, stirring an emotion

The laughter behind it’s no longer a game

Quick is your retreat for I may not let go

Smooth is your retreat for you may not let go

Forget me not is what you said

Your words ring true in my head

Alone on earth I could never be

As long as the heartstrings pull

In front of me forever thy shall be

A sweet promise to me upheld by thee

Just a little something for our swami. He gives so much of himself to everyone. He has given so much to me. What could I possibly give back, other than what lies in the heart? I am so grateful for every moment at his feet. This has been my experience with swami hence I remain anonymous. I am sure everyone who had the blessing to meet with him will have a different divine personal experience.

(Unknown)