Hari OM
Happy Navrathri!
We started our class with our opening prayers "Sahanaavathu" and morning prayers. Then we did the Guru Stotram upto verse 6 and and concluded with "Tvamey va maatha cha" verse.
We learnt a new song for upcoming stage performance.
Action Required -Attached is the recording. Please have the kids practice at home.
Bhagvatham Time:During the recap, the children filled in the details regarding the story we have heard so far. We then went ahead with the story for today.
- Activity: Am I On Guard?
Tale: Pariksit Meets ShukadevaWe learnt how king Pariksit got together with a lot of learned sages like Vyaasa, Vashista, Atri, Bhrigu, etc. Then, a very learned sage Shukadeva came by too. They all suggested that Pariksit listen to the glories the Lord, that are sung in the bhaagavatam, to attain eternal peace, since he was cursed to die in 7 days.
Varaaha Avataar- where Maha Vishnu took the form of a boar to save mother Earth from the oceans of pralaaya. Brahma Ji created Manu and Shataroopa, the first man and woman and asked them to go and live happily as a family. But Manu didnot know where to live as earth was buried deep under the oceans of pralaaya and asked for help. Bhagavan always takes the most appropriate form to help situations. He took the form of a boar because boar possesses a very good sense of smell. We explained the meaning of the word "Pralaya".
Geetha Chanting time
We practiced Chp 18 verse 45 and 46. Please be sure to practice at home.
**Important Note for Parents** - For our upcoming monthly performance on stage in December (changed from November). Please discuss with your kids about their avataras and costume. We will provide detailed information in the next few days.
Action Required (CORD Walkathon): Register for CORD Walkathon which is on Oct 28th, Sunday 10:00 AM at Mercer County Park. East Picnic area. More details at http://www.chinmayavrindavan.org/cord-walkathon/ . Note that walkathon is followed by Field Day activities. Please make sure you register for the walkathon. Yes - Please bring in all your friends and family members. $25/walker and the funds raised goes to CORD. Raffle prizes for the most number of pledges collected
See you all on Sunday!
Regards,
Indira
Raji
