Books / Articles written by Sri V. N. Gopala Desikan
By Sri V.N. Gopala Desikan I now have a broad idea about the greatness of our philosophy and religion. I have a few doubts in regard to certain points which you mentioned. Now , there are certain passages, in our accecpted authorities like the Vedas, Sastras, Puranas and Divya Prabandha, which appear to be mutually [...]
Tags: conclusion
By Sri V.N. Gopala Desikan We have got two sects, Vadakalai and Tenkalai. What is the difference between these two schools of thought? There is no fundamental or basic difference in the philosophy, between the two schools, Vadakalai and Tenkalai. There is only difference of opinion on some issues. These are not significant. When did [...]
Tags: Ramanuja, Srivaishnavam, thenkalai, vadakalai
By Sri V.N. Gopala Desikan What are the three secrets in our system (rahasya traya)? The first and the most important is called Ashtakshara. This consists of 8 syllables and is in the form of three words. The first word is a single syllable Om. The second word is Namaha. The third word is Narayanaya. [...]
Tags: astaksharam, charma-slokam, dwayam, mantra-trayam, secrets
By Sri V.N. Gopala Desikan You have already explained to me about bhakti yoga. Now, please tell me something more about the second means of attainment of moksha, namely prapatti. Prapatti is also called Saranagati, Bharanyasa, Bhara Samarpana and Nyasa. Here, we seek the Lord as the sole refuge, for salvation. We surrender ourselves unto [...]
Tags: prapatti
By Sri V.N. Gopala Desikan At the time of death, how does the Jivatma depart from this body? This is well explained in the Upanishads. At the time of death, the Jivatma leaves the body. When the Jivatma leaves the body, the following also leave:- 1) The five senses of knowledge; (Jnana Indriyas) 2) The [...]
Tags: death, jivatma, mind, paramatma, soul, swarga, vaikunta
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