Shankara Jayanthi Festivals - शंकर जयंती समारोह
India -a country where people belonging to different religions co exist in peaceful harmony. The people of this land are inspired by the wisdom and teachings of several learned saints who edify them on what religion is and kindle in their hearts faith and hope. One such erudite scholar was Shankara, respectfully referred to as Srimath Adi Shankaracharya. Shankara Jayanthi is celebrated to commemorate the birth of this great philosopher saint who made a distinctive difference in the lives of many people not only when he was alive but even after his death. His perception has continued to enthuse and motivate many a lay man.
Adi Shankaracharya is believed to be the incarnation of Lord Shiva who came to this earth to cleanse Hinduism from the evil effects of blind superstitions. The highlight of his belief was that "Religion is Realization". Since the festival of Shankara Jayanthi is celebrated in remembrance of his birth, on this day people study his works.
He believed in the Vedas and the Vedantas and acknowledged their authenticity and authority. On the occasion of this festival, the followers meditate and contemplate on what Shankara preached and propagated. He advocated worship of various forms of the lord and believed in the power of Bhakti or devoutness. In fact he himself composed many hymns that are characterized with a great deal of religious zeal and fervor. All his songs are marked by intense devotion and philosophical truth. Consequently on this day followers are seen praying and singing religious hymns in praise of the lord.
Of all the Fairs and festivals in Maharashtra, this is one of those that are marked by a very solemn and somber air. Pious Hindus who ardently believe and follow his ideologies read, pray and think on this day with whole hearted devotion.
Adi Shankaracharya is believed to be the incarnation of Lord Shiva who came to this earth to cleanse Hinduism from the evil effects of blind superstitions. The highlight of his belief was that "Religion is Realization". Since the festival of Shankara Jayanthi is celebrated in remembrance of his birth, on this day people study his works.
He believed in the Vedas and the Vedantas and acknowledged their authenticity and authority. On the occasion of this festival, the followers meditate and contemplate on what Shankara preached and propagated. He advocated worship of various forms of the lord and believed in the power of Bhakti or devoutness. In fact he himself composed many hymns that are characterized with a great deal of religious zeal and fervor. All his songs are marked by intense devotion and philosophical truth. Consequently on this day followers are seen praying and singing religious hymns in praise of the lord.
Of all the Fairs and festivals in Maharashtra, this is one of those that are marked by a very solemn and somber air. Pious Hindus who ardently believe and follow his ideologies read, pray and think on this day with whole hearted devotion.