Sri Manavaala Maamunigal (1370-1444) is one of the greatest and best
loved philosopher-saints of south India. He is one of the principal acharyas
of Sri Vaishnavism, the religious and philosophical tradition propagated
by Sri Ramanujacharya. Sri Manavaala Maamunigal is credited with the revitalization
of temple-based religion that occurred in the 15th century, as well as
with the spreading of Sri Ramanuja's egalitarian philosophy of bhakti and
service (kainkarya) among the masses.
Maamunigal, as he is popularly remembered, is also known by the name
"Sundara Jaamaatr Muni". As a testament to his vast erudition and tireless
service to Lord Vishnu and His devotees, his name finds mention both in the Venkatesa
Prapatti and the Venkatesa Mangalam, two hymns which are recited daily
in front of Lord Venkateswara at Tirupati and at our temple.
We will be celebrating the Tirunakshatram of this great acharya on November
13, commencing with Suprabhata Sevai for Lord Venkateswara, followed by
Tirumanjanam and the annual Pushpa Yaga. A series of talks highlighting
the life of this great saint and other aspects of our religious tradition
will be featured along with music and dance performances, as well as recitation
of selections from Vedas, Divya Prabandham, and Maamunigal's Sri Suktis
on the 13th afternoon and 14th morning. The event will conclude on the
14th with a Kalyaana Utsavam. On behalf of the Shiva-Vishnu Temple, we
extend an invitation to everyone to join in this two day celebration.
Your participation will be greatly appreciated. A detailed agenda for the
event will be published soon. For more information you may also contact
the following:
We look forward to your participation and making this event a grand success.
