The Essence of Dharma: 8. Swami Krishnananda.
Chinmaya Mission Thaipusam celebration at Chinmaya Mission Tirunelveli commenced with a sacred homam dedicated to Lord Muruga, followed by a special Paal Kudam (Milk Offering) procession in which 30 devotees participated for the first time. Approximately 200 devotees gathered for the collective chanting of Kanda Sasti, Velmaral, and Kandar Anubhuti, filling the atmosphere with devotion. The Balavihar children added to the joy of the occasion by an arati and annadanam. In the evening, Tirupugal, a devotional song composed by Arunagirinadhar in praise of Lord Muruga, was sung, and a group chanting of the Shatru Samhara Trishati took place. During this chanting, six distinct flowers and prasads were offered for each of the 50 names of Lord Muruga. The celebration concluded with the evening arati and the distribution of prasad, marking the end of a spiritually enriching and joyous day. =================================================================================...