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Sri:
Srimathe Ramanujaya Namah:

During the time of our Purvacharyas, SriVaishnava Sampradaya was at 
its glorious peak.  This was evident in the widespread awareness, 
knowledge and practical application of the scriptures including 
Veda/Vedanta, Divya Prabandhas, etc.  It was also evident in the 
unity of people in performing kainkaryam (service) towards the 
Divine Couple among all classes of society.  Their focus was on 
performing service out of divine love and heartfelt affection 
towards the Lord and His Creation.  Temple administration was also 
flawless and was being followed as dictated by Swamy Ramanuja and 
subsequent Acharyas.  

Unfortunately, over time there has been a swift and steady decline 
in the strength of our rich and magnificent sampradaya due to 
various causes.  This is exemplified in the lack of understanding 
among later generations and the strong hold of external influences 
on the youth.  

There is an urgent need to rejuvenate this rich heritage and restore 
our most sacred, special, and authentic sampradaya back to its 
original, glorious status.  The most efficient way to rejuvenate 
this ancient and divine heritage gifted to us by our Acharyas is to 
focus on today's youth.  It is imperative that we provide them with 
the opportunity to not only learn the great history, culture, and 
divine knowledge of Srivaishnavam, but also how to live 
Srivaishnavam and actively practice it as a human being.  Not only 
should we extol the virtues of our great religion to youngsters, but 
also allow them to be steeped in our traditions, culture, knowledge, 
and to develop a deep sense of awe and respect for our wonderful 
sampradaya from a very young age.  

The focus on youngsters has been initiated at the headquarters of 
our divine Sampradaya, Srirangam ? the divine abode of the Lord 
known as Bhuloka Vaikuntam and the favorite divya kshetra of all our 
Acharyas.  This movement is being spearheaded by a group of 
volunteers with the grace of the most brilliant, intellectual 
stalwart among Sri Vaishnava acharyas, Sri Parasara Bhattar.  The 
movement is called "Srimaan Bhattar Kuzham"

- - - - -to be continued









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