Udupi: Bishop Dr Gerald Lobo, CMC felicitate Pejawar Swamiji


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Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi (UM)

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Udupi, Jan 4: Sri Vishweshateertha Swamiji of Pejawar Math, who would be ascending Paryaya Peetha for the fifth time on January 18, was accorded a rousing welcome in the Temple Town as part of 'Pura Pravesha', and later, after a grand procession, was felicitated in a public programme along with his junior Sri Vishwaprasannateertha Swamiji.

Pejawar Swamiji and his junior were felicitated by the Udupi city municipal council (CMC), minister Vinay Kumar Sorake, MP Shobha Karandlaje, MLA Pramod Madhwaraj, MLC Kota Srinivas Poojary, CMC president P Yuvaraj and chairman of Alva's Education Foundation Dr Mohan Alva and disciples.

A special felicitation for Pejawar Swamiji was also offered by bishop of Udupi diocese Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo, diocese PRO Fr Denis D'Silva and parish priest of Mother of Sorrows Church Fr Fred Mascarenhas, on behalf of the Christian community.

A postal stamp on Pejawar Swamiji was also released on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, Pejawar Swamiji said, "We should not differentiate people as minority and majority. At the time of Independence the minority population was poor and needed special benefits to come up in life, but now everyone should be treated equally. I strongly condemn violence and intolerance in society. I am not against minorities. There should be harmony between people of all religions and that is what I strive for. In the next two years of my term, I will strive against violence and work towards ensuring that farmers do not face problems. I have never been communal. I am a promoter of love and peace."

Urging Vinay Kumar Sorake to ensure chief minister Siddarmaiah's participation in the Paryaya celebration on January 18, Pejawar Swamiji said, "When I ascended the Paryaya Peetha for the third and fourth times, the then chief ministers had come to Udupi to witness the events. Now Siddaramaiah should also come and I urge Vinay Kumar Sorake to try and bring him. Siddaramaiah has come to Udupi before but never visited Sri Krishna Math even once. He should visit the Math. If he comes and prays here, problems in the state like drought and farmer suicides will be solved.

"During my term, I will give priority to Anna Brahma (food distribution), Jnana Brahma (seeking knowledge) and Nada Brahma (bhajans, etc). I am proud that all heads of Paryaya so far have continued these traditions. Muslims and Christians have also contributed towards and felicitated me," he added.

Addressing the gathering, bishop Dr Gerald Lobo said, "By serving the world through service of God, we can build a healthy society. May the Almighty bless Pejawar Swamiji and give him more strength to serve the society even more. Christian community will also be supportive of him.

"This is a historic occasion where Pejawar Swamiji is ascending the Paryaya for the fifth time. I convey the heartiest congratulations and best wishes to him on behalf of the Christian community," he added.

"Udupi is famous as Temple Town and people from all over the world visit this place especially during Paryaya. I pray that there is peace and prosperity. Pejawar Swamiji's disciplined life is liked by all. His three resolutions are Bhakti Seve, Jnana Seve and Loka Seve. The one who sees god in others is the true devotee. When we engage in the service of the world along with our devotion to God, we can build a healthy society," he said.

Vinay Kumar Sorake and Shobha Karandlaje also spoke on the occasion and conveyed their wishes.

Sri Vidyavallabhateertha Swamiji of Kaniyoor Math presided over the programme while Sri Vidyadheeshateertha Swamiji of Palimar Math delivered the congratulatory message.

 

Procession

A grand procession through the Temple Town marked the 'Pura Pravesha' of Sri Vishweshateertha Swamiji of Pejawar Math and his junior Sri Vishwaprasannateertha Swamiji here on Monday January 4. The 'Pura Pravesha' is part of the Paryaya celebrations on January 18, when Pejawar Swamiji would be ascending the Paryaya Peetha for the fifth time.

Pejawar Swamiji and his junior were brought in the procession that began from Jodukatte and passed through Court Road, KM Marg, Kanakadasa road and culminated at Car Street. A stage programme is set to begin shortly.

Under the leadership of Alva's Educational Foundation chairman Dr Mohan Alva, as many as 3,000 students and 2,000 artistes participated in the colourful procession that depicted the rich culture and heritage of the region as well as of the Ashta Maths.

Folk groups from across Karnataka and other states also were part of the procession. There were folk and cultural groups from Kerala, Veerabhadra Kunita, Dollu Kunita, skating by students, Yakshagana depiction by 30 students, Koragara dhol, Aati Kalanja, Gorava Kunita, Chitradurga band sets, Thattiraya doll, Huli Vesha, Kalladka dolls and much more. Portraits of five swamijis along with Sri Krishna's idol were placed on a chariot.

Among those present were minister Vinay Kumar Sorake, MP Shobha Karandlaje, MLA Pramod Madhwaraj, Pradeeep Kalkura, Harikrishna Punaroor and others.

 

  

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  • Noel D Almeida, Brahmavar - Bahrain

    Thu, Jan 07 2016

    First of all, a true citizen must love his country. Unity is strength! We have learnt from the history that India, once richest country in the world went through a hard time due to the lack of unity amount the kings ruling then. Recently our sentiments were hurt by so called politicians by promoting certain groups in the name of religion and tried to harm the harmony that our south India enjoyed for ages. Great job bishop Gerald Lobo and marvelous initiative towards harmony and peace among communities. No doubt, we Catholics love and respect every religion and people of all community. We are living with our love, respect and sacrifices.

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  • Ullas Patil, Bijapur

    Wed, Jan 06 2016

    Really a very grate function, I am missing the occasion. We are very proud about Shri Pejawar Swamiji, who give respect to all religion, it is proved by the above function, where all Religion leaders are present. Hats off to Shri Pejawar Swamiji.

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  • Harees sheik, Malpe/ Dubai

    Wed, Jan 06 2016

    Great initiative by bishop !! Weldone sir
    Jai hind

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  • WALTER LOBO, mangalore

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    great job bishop Gerald lobo, indeed its great initiative to words harmony and peace among communities. after all we all from Indian. hats up to you Pejawar Swamiji.

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  • Alwyn Crasta, Mangalore/Bangalore

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Let's hope that the same joyous spirit of inter-religious harmony, unity and progress is carried forward.

    Let's sincerely wish, with full confidence, that, Udupi District will be a model district, not only in Karnataka, but in the whole of India!

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  • joe Gonsalves, Mangalore

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Congrats to Pejawar Swamiji. May he continue to reign for as long as he is able to. It is good to see Bishop Isaac Lobo felicitating Swamji.

    In the company of Bishop Lobo we can see Father Denis D'Sa and Father Fred too. Bishop Lobo is a trend setter. He believes in the concept that all are children of Mother Earth and respects all religions. In today's scenario it is expedient that we learn to live in harmony with all and this is what Bishop Lobo believes and practices.

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  • Fr Victor Machado, Mangalore/Tanzania

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Great initiative by Bishop Gerald and team. Congratulations for your prophetic leadership.

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  • cyril mathias, udupi

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    It is heartening to see the religious heads respecting each other.Respecting the beliefs of the other is the need of the day. Udupi is more tolerant than DK is due to mutual respect and tolerance. The year 2016 will usher peace and harmony.

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  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    The world is one big tree.
    In this tree we find leaves, thorns, flowers, fruits, squirrels, rats, snakes, birds, bees & butterflies.
    We all have to live in harmony because we belong to this one TREE … (Jossey Saldanha)

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  • Santan Mascarenhas, Kinnigoli/Mumbai

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Jossey
    I agree with what you have written here. But, my thinking is, in this DW, many may think that you are one of the thorns in that tree. (only pun intended).

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  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Santan, God has made Thorns to safeguard Fruits & Flowers (just being honest) ...

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  • juliana, udupi

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    CM need visit Udupi during Paryaya as per the wish of the seer since it is an open invitation and should forget the olden days in the grandeur of the function please do come and be blessed!

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  • Santan Mascarenhas, Kinnigoli/Mumbai

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Bishop Dr. Gerald Lobo is liked by people of all communities. When he was installed as a Bishop, many Hindu and Muslim organisations came to the function. Recently, in Udipi, under the leadership of Fr. Fred Mascarenhas (sitting next to him) a all religious meet was successfully held in Udipi. Fr. Fred Mascarenhas, the Parish Priest of Udipi Town church was former Principal of St Philomena College, Puttur and Milagris College, Kallyanpur. Fr. Fred Mascarenhas' two brothers and six cousins are also priests.
    We wish the same love, friendship and brotherhood should remain between all communities.

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  • A. S. Mathew, U.S.A.

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Great rally of harmony and friendship of religions. This is the way of peace in the society.

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  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Internal peace is an essential first step to achieving peace in the world.
    How do you cultivate it? It's very simple. In the first place by realizing clearly that all mankind is one,
    that human beings in every country are members of one and the same family. - The Dalai Lama ...

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  • Dr Aloysius, mangalore/U.S.A

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Dear Readers , Right from my schooling days in a Catholic Institute i was told to respect & be proud of Indias rich varied heritage & to respect its diversity. I am so proud of our Bishop Dr Gerald Lobo for taking part in the celebration to feliciate Pejawar Swamiji

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  • Jai Sri Ram, Mangalore

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Great festival and colourful wonderful Hindu Festival. Let Lord Krishna Bless all of us with his graciousness.

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  • rahul shetty, udupi

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    Beautiful procession ..make sure krishns love with every one and make udupi great city in karnataka and attract thousands of people across the globe on daily basis, so that whole udupi/ dk will be under world map... to do so swamaiji / politicians/ and others need to think positively interns of top class quality infrastructure and tourism ... as simple as that... money need to invest 100% without single corruption ! city will get clean automatically

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  • SUJIR, UDUPI

    Mon, Jan 04 2016

    nice report, nice snaps...give more informations ....

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  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Mon, Jan 04 2016

    Very Graceful ...

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  • Langoolacharya., Belman/Washington,DC.

    Tue, Jan 05 2016

    ಸುಖ ಸ್ನೇಹಿತರನ್ನು ಕರೆತರುತ್ತದೆ ಕಷ್ಟ ಅವರ ಅರ್ಹತೆಯನ್ನು ಪರೀಕ್ಷಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.
    –ಪಿ. ಸೈರಸ್

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  • Oliver, Udupi

    Mon, Jan 04 2016

    great procession ..loved it.

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