RAMAYANA - The Way of Rama
The Adiveda Weekly #144
Hari Aum Sadhakas,
The Ramayana, often hailed as the adi-kavya or the first epic, is a timeless tale of dharma, devotion, and destiny. Composed by Sage Valmiki, it narrates the divine journey of Sri Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who epitomizes the highest ideals of truth, honor, and righteousness. More than just a historical record, the Ramayana has transcended time and geography, influencing cultures across Asia, from Tibet and China to Thailand and Indonesia. Its universal themes of love, duty, sacrifice, and moral dilemmas continue to resonate with humanity. As India celebrates Sri Rama Navami on April 6, 2025, the recent inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya marks a historic return of Rama to his sacred birthplace, re-igniting devotion across the land. Jai Sri Rama!
-Adiveda Team
Newsletter Contents - This newsletter contains the following sections in given order:
1 - Weekly Blog 6 - Important Dates of the week 11 - Weekly Astro Guide
2 - Question of the Week 7 - Books by Vanamali Mataji 12 - Ayurvedic Tips
3 - The Hindu way of Life 8 - Satsang by Vanamali Mataji 13 - Yogic Living
4 - Reflection of the Week 9 - Understanding with Mataji 14 - Prenatal Yoga
5 - Mantra of the Week 10 - Learning with Mataji 15 - Contacts
Weekly Blog
Question Of The Week
Q - Does following dharma mean sacrificing personal happiness for duty?
A - In Sanatana Dharma, following dharma does not mean outright sacrificing personal happiness, but rather aligning one's actions with righteousness, truth, and duty. True happiness comes from fulfilling one's dharma, as it leads to inner peace and spiritual evolution. However, at times, dharma may require personal sacrifices, yet these sacrifices ultimately lead to a higher purpose and lasting fulfillment rather than fleeting pleasure.
Do send us your questions via the comment section or through live interaction with Vanamali Mataji on Instagram.
The Hindu Way of Life
The Isha Upanishad teaches "ฤชลฤvฤsyam idam sarvam" - that the entire universe is pervaded by the Divine. This principle instills a sense of oneness, guiding followers of Sanatana Dharma to live with detachment, selflessness, and harmony with nature. By seeing the world as sacred and interconnected, one cultivates a life of dharma, simplicity, and inner contentment, realizing that true fulfillment lies in surrendering to the Divine will.
Reflection of the Week
In Sanatana Dharma, one is seen as a mere instrument of the Divine, with all actions flowing through Ishvara's will. By surrendering the ego and abandoning doership, one attains peace, avoids karmic bondage, and performs duties with purity, seeing life as a divine play rather than a personal pursuit.
Mantra of the Week
เคถเฅเคฐเฅเคฐเคพเคฎ เคฐเคพเคฎ เคฐเคพเคฎเฅเคคเคฟ เคฐเคฎเฅ เคฐเคพเคฎเฅ เคฎเคจเฅเคฐเคฎเฅเฅค เคธเคนเคธเฅเคฐเคจเคพเคฎ เคคเคคเฅเคคเฅเคฒเฅเคฏเค เคฐเคพเคฎเคจเคพเคฎ เคตเคฐเคพเคจเคจเฅเฅฅ
Shree Ram Ram Rameti, Rame Rame Manorame เฅค Sahasra-Nama Tat-Tulyam, Rama-Nama Varanane เฅฅ
The chanting of the mantra Rama is equivalent to the recitation of the thousand and one names of Vishnu, the Vishnu SahsraNama
Important Dates This Week
โ Rama Navami- Sunday Apr 6, 2025
โ Kamada Ekadashi - Tuesday Apr 8, 2025
โ Hanuman Jayanti, Chaitra Purnima - Saturday Apr 12, 2025
Books by Vanamali Mataji:
Sri Ram Lila : The Story of the Lord's Incarnation as Sri Rama
This book bridges the gap between Ramayan, the ancient scripture and the modern mind with its engaging and eloquent style and helps the contemporary readers resonate with the timeless wisdom of the life story of Shri Rama.
This book is available for purchase and can be delivered worldwide. If you are interested in purchasing copies of any of Vanamaliโs books, please contact vanamali2@gmail.com.
Also available as audio book are Sri Rama Lila and Sri Hanuman Lila. Narrated by Vanamali Mataji, listen to them on Spotify or JioSaavn.
Vanamali Mataji in Satsang
In Her Bhagavad Gita Discourse, Vanamali Mataji shares beautiful insights from every chapter. She allows our minds to understand this ever relevant guidebook and thus helps us to navigate our own daily battles. The introduction video is available in full on YouTube and gives the background information of Shri Bhagwad Gita.
The entire Discourse, shared chapter by chapter, was professionally recorded and is made available on a donation basis. For those interested in receiving the recordings on a weekly basis, please contact vanamalibhagavadgita@gmail.com.
To follow along the Discourse, Vanamali Mataji recommends reading Vanamaliโs โSrimad Bhagavad Gitaโ, as well as the commentary โNitya Yogaโ. If you would like to purchase a copy, please contact vanamali2@gmail.com. Books ship internationally.
Understanding with Vanamali Mataji
Vanamali Mataji has a series of talks on the Uddhava Gita . Lets uncover the secrets of Uddhava Gita which emphasizes the importance of detachment, devotion, and self-realization, guiding individuals on their spiritual journey towards enlightenment and ultimate union with the divine. These talks are available both on Instagram and Youtube.
Learning with Vanamali Mataji
Vanamali Mataji on the Significance of Conch Shells
Weekly Astrology Guide -
To receive your personal reading, contact Amit on WhatsApp - (+91) 954-841-1670 .
Ayurvedic Health Tip of the Week - Arsenic and Heavy Metal Exposure
Arsenic is sometimes a heavy metal found in my patients tests when we are diving deeply into root causes of their conditions. As rice-eaters, we can be at risk of arsenic poisoning, because rice is a big source of arsenic. So, what can we do to reduce our risk and exposure as rice-eaters? Even organic rice may have arsenic in it, because the arsenic comes from the water it is grown in, not the pesticides/fertilizers that are added.
To reduce reduce the arsenic in rice: soak first for a few hours before cooking. Drain this water away. Cook in a vessel on the stove. When rice is half-way cooked, drain away all the water, then add fresh water in and finish cooking it this way.
Our trusted Naturopath is: Dr. Poorna Menon, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Disclaimer: Please note this is not medical advice - please follow the advice of your practitioner before you make any changes that could impact your health.
Yogic Living - Sacred Breath Challenge!
Regular practice of Asana & Pranayama is a must for any sadhaka on the path of yoga. Even at the age of 85 Vanamali Mataji practices Surya Namaskar, Yoga Asanas & Pranayama everyday without fail. The "Surya Namaskar Challenge" is a 12 day introductory course offered by Hub of Yoga in which you will learn the sequence step by step, practice with correct breathing and invocation of mantras, and gradually build up to 12 full rounds by the final day. The Program started from Monday, 27th January 2025! and available to all yoga Sadhakas on donation basis, sign up here "Surya Namaskar Challenge"
Joining prenatal yoga classes is a wonderful way to enhance physical well-being, reduce stress, and prepare the body for childbirth. These classes offer emotional support, improve flexibility, and promote relaxation, fostering a stronger mind-body connection during pregnancy. Contact for more details - (+91) 832-796-6554
How to connect with Mataji & Trusted Contacts
Instagram: VANAMALIKRISHNA
EVERY Sunday at 12.30 pm IST Mataji will host a live Q&A on Her Instagram page!
YouTube: Vanamali Matajiโs Youtube
To purchase Vanamaliโs Books: vanamali2@gmail.com
For Adiveda Retreats & Classes: Adiveda Website | (+91) 816-991-5870
For an authentic astrology reading with our Adiveda Vedic Astrologer Amit, please contact: (+91) 954-841-1670
At your service,
The Adiveda Team