Harikatha on Sundara Kanda and Hanuman Puja
Saturday Oct 11 at 6:30 PM
Among all the Kandas (divisions) of Ramayana, the Sundara Kanda forms the heart of Ramayana and is considered very sacred by Hindus. Sundara Kanda is the 5th kanda (Chapter) in Ramayana This kanda depicts the adventures of Lord Hanuman as he sets out to locate Sita Mata across the ocean. ‘Sundara‘ means ‘Beauty‘ and Hanuman was fondly called ‘Sundara’ by his mother Anjana. In this revered section of Ramayana, Sage Valmiki outlines the achievements of Lord Hanuman for whom nothing is impossible and who stands as an epitome of self-confidence, devotion to Rama, fearlessness and trustworthiness.
Sundara Kanda removes afflictions, worries, and mental agony. It instills hope, courage and confidence. Sundara Kanda is said to confer prosperity, luck, health and wealth to the chanters and listeners.
Dr. Vidushi Yogashree Bharat will be rendering a Harikatha on Sundara Kanda with English explanations on Saturday, Oct 11, from 6:30 PM to 7:15 PM. Harikatha is a traditional Indian art form that combines storytelling and music. The program will be followed by Hanuman puja at 7:15 PM.
Dr. Yogashree Bharat received her Carnatic music training since the age of 4 and has been identified by the Karnataka Board under the Vidwat Proficiency and Post Proficiency. She is a Senior disciple of Smt. Vishakha Hari – a well known and accomplished Carnatic Music vocalist and Very popular Hari Katha Artist. |
