SriVaishnava Sampradhaya Q&A

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SriVaishnava Sampradhaya Q&A

This show contains answers some of the SriVaishnava Sampradhaya Questions asked during various Upanyasams of Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy.

  1. 38

    Why Some Avataras do not follow Shastras

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy explains why some avatars of Lord Sriman Narayana do not follow Shastras and what is the underlying reason.

  2. 37

    How to follow Shatras

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swamy answers the question how can one follow 100% shastras.

  3. 36

    How to Perform Pushpa Kainkaryam

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers the question how one should perform pushpa kainkaryam.

  4. 35

    Guru and Acharya Difference

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers the difference between a Guru and Acharya as per SriVaishnava Sampradhayam.

  5. 34

    How to get to a Guru

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers the question how one can find his Guru.

  6. 33

    What is Vishesha Dharma

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers what is Vishesha dharma and when one must consider it.

  7. 32

    Does mistakes in Vaidheka Karma give sins?

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers if one does mistakes in Vaidheka karma can it lead to more sins and how one should respect the Brahmin performing these karmas.

  8. 31

    Was Ramanujar wrong questioning his Guru YadhavaPrakasar

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers the question if Swami Ramanujar was wrong questioning his Guru Yadhava Prakasar.

  9. 30

    Crux of Sri Vachana Bhushanam

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami explains what is Sri Vachana Bhushana Sastram and what it teaches for everyone.

  10. 29

    What is Sharanagati or Prabhakti?

    In this episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swami explains about Sharanagati sastra and why should jeevathma perform sharanagati instead of following Sadhyopayam.

  11. 28

    Sadhyopayam and Siddhopayam

    In this episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swami explains what is Sadhyopayam (karma, Gnana and Bhakti yoga) and Siddhopayam (otherwise called as Sharanagati). Swami also explains the differences between these ways of achieving god's lotus feet.

  12. 27

    Qualifications for listening to Rahasya Granthams

    In this episode, Acharyan Balakrishnan swami explains the qualifications one needs to listen to Rahasya granthams in Sri Vaishnava sampradhayam.

  13. 26

    Gurupushya-Thai poosam Utsavam

    In this episode, Acharyan Balakrishnan swami explains the Ramanujar vigraha prathista and what is the significance of the day.

  14. 25

    Why Manipravalam?

    In the episode, Acharyan Balakrishnan swami explains what is manipravalam and why this was used for vyakhyanams.

  15. 24

    Acharya Kainkaryam Outside India

    Acharyan Balakrishnan swami answers the question how one can perform acharya kainkaryam even when outside India. What is important is not to lose touch with one's acharya.

  16. 23

    Ratha Saptami

    In this recording, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers the question about Ratha Saptami and its significance.

  17. 22

    Guruparampara and Vyakhyanams in Nithyanusandhanam

    In this recording, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers the question whether we need to recite Acharya Vazhithirunamam and Vyakhyanams during Nithyanusandhanam.

  18. 21

    Sharanagati and Bhakti

    In this episode, Acharyan Balakrishnan Swami explains the nuances of Sharanagati and Bhakti and why this must not be confused with Bhakti yogam.

  19. 20

    Perspectives of Ramanujar, Adi Shakarar and Madhvacharya

    In this episode, Acharyan Balakrishnan Swami explains perspectives of Ramanujacharya, Shankaracharya and Madhvacharya and how they all accept Sriman Narayana as the supreme being.

  20. 19

    How Nathamunigal got Nalayiram

    In the episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami explains in a very short way how Swami Nathamunigal received Nalayira Divyaprabhadham.

  21. 18

    Missing history on Azhwars, Acharyas and their Thiruvarasu

    In the episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami explains why there is not much documentation on the history or charitram of many azhwars and acharyas. Why there is not much documentation about their Thiruvarasu.

  22. 17

    Role of Sri in Sampradhayam

    In the episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami explains the role of Sri in our SriVaishnava Sampradhayam.

  23. 16

    Short look into Madhurakavi Azhwar Charitram

    In the episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami gives a sneak peak into the great Madhurakavi Azhwar's Charitram.

  24. 15

    Pratishthapana and its types

    In the episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami explains different types of pratishthapana and gives examples of some Divyadesams.

  25. 14

    When is Sankranthi according to Panchangam

    Sankranthi is celebrated sometimes on different days. In this episode answers Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami when should we celebrate Sankranthi according to Panchangam. Also Swami explains why we should follow Srirangam Panchangam.

  26. 13

    Moolavar and Utsavar

    Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swami answers the difference between Moolavar and Utsavar moorthy and what are their roles.

  27. 12

    Upadesa Rathinamalai vs Vazhi Thirunamam

    In this episode Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy answers the difference between Upadesa Rathinamalai and Vazhi Thirunamam. Also explains why Vazhi Thirunamam exists.

  28. 11

    Vedam, Vedantham and Divya Prabhandham

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy explains what is Shastras and how Divya Prabhandam is aligned with Shastras.

  29. 10

    Why Azhwars sang for Specific Divyadesams?

    In the episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swamy explains the reason behind why Azhwars did mangalasasam for specific divyadesams.

  30. 9

    What is Thiruvadi Thozhal

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swamy, explains about the divine utsavam of Thiruvadi thozhal and how it came be.

  31. 8

    About PagalPathu and RaPathu Utsavams

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swwamy explains about PagalPathu and RaPathu utsavams and why they are conducted.

  32. 7

    Dhanurmasa Kramam

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swamy explains the procedure what must be followed during dhanurmasam.

  33. 6

    Which Acharyas are mentioned in UpadesaRathinamalai

    In this episode, Acharyan Sriman Balakrishnan swamy, explains which acharyas has Swami Manavalamamuni mentioned in his Grantham UpadesRathinamalai.

  34. 5

    Who can perform Samasrayanam?

    In this recording, Sriman Balakrishnan Swami explains why only certain acharyas can perform Samasrayanam. Also, why only these acharyas are eligible to perform Samasrayanam.

  35. 4

    Bramham and Sins

    In this recording Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy explains about sins what we do as human beings when Bramham is everywhere. How to relieve ourselves from these sins.

  36. 3

    Why are Azhwars born?

    In this recording, Sriman Balakrishnan swamy explains why and when Azhwars are born and what are their goals.

  37. 2

    Why Anadhyayana Period?

    In this recording explains Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy, when is Anadhyayana period and why is this in practice.

  38. 1

    What is Sharanagati?

    In this recording explains Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy in short what is Sharanagati and why is Sharanagati the best option to reach Lord Sriman Narayana's lotus feet.

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This show contains answers some of the SriVaishnava Sampradhaya Questions asked during various Upanyasams of Sriman Balakrishnan Swamy.

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