Dear Bhagavatas: The temple mentioned by Sri Narasimhan Swamy does not belong to either category viz., "the ones affluent already or the newer ones cropping up every now and then". This one is neither affluent nor is one that has cropped up recently like so many temples for which fund raising proposals are being received so freqently. My remarks were in the context of earmarking funds from the Sale proceeds of MY book. Sri Narasimhan's posting provided an opportunity to state my stand in the matter. Your kind attention is invited to my clarification in the same mail: "Let me hasten to assure you that I do not mean that these should be discouraged and in fact newer temples are necessary these days, true to the saying 'Kovil illaa ooril kuDi irukka vENDaam'. I am only indicating the prorities. This is for your consideration". I repeat: This is a question of priorities. Dasoham Anbil Ramaswamy ============================================================================= Dear Swamy, At the outset let me thank u for posting the appeal in the web site. I did not quite follow your statement: "In fact, I have committed myself to earmark excess of receipts over expenses incurred in publishing my book "Hinduism Rediscovered" towards these temples,- NOT the ones affluent already or the newer ones cropping up every now and then." I guess for sure, that u have not meant to include the Lakshmi Narasimha swamy temple of Nala Bazaar, Sec'bad into the so-called "affluent" category of temples which do not enjoy ur priority and hence the temple will be in the list of recipients of ur contribution. If u meant it the other way, then I will have to explain you the following situation for clarity to remove any kind of misgivings. (1) Needless to say, this temple is not an "Alwar" padal temple. But, it is an old temple worshipped by great swamies in the past. This now is in a dilapadated state without care. To me, and I am sure to any person following pancharathra agamam will immediately agree that 'Lord' resides inside these temples, whether sung by alwar or not looking forward to the devotees to 'take care of him' (it is his leela). (2) In my opinion any temple in a dilapadated state needs to be protected and restored to its glory in the same way as far as possible. So, my earnest request is to only appeal to the devotees for this purpose without any kind of classifications. If I have convinced u about it, then Lord Lakshmi Narasimha of this temple will be benefited for I am sure u will include him in your list too. Sajjana Padapadma parama renuhu Lakshmi Narasimha dasan ====================================================================== narsimhan csl <cslnarsimhan@xxxxxxxxx> wrote: Dear Bhagavatas: There are so many temples from ancient times that have been consecrated by our dear Azhwars and Acharyas. Quite a few of them are today languishing for funds even for Deepam, Vastram, Naivedyam etc. I believe that our first duty is towards these temples before we devote attention to the modern ones. I have identified a few of them and Sri R.M Venkat Swami and Sri M.K.Suidarshan Swami of Kuwait are presently engaged in helping such temples. In fact, I have committed myself to earmark excess of receipts over expenses incurred in publishing my book "Hinduism Rediscovered" towards these temples,- NOT the ones affluent already or the newer ones cropping up every now and then. Let me hasten to assure you that I do not mean that these should be discouraged and in fact newer temples are necessary these days true to the saying "Kovil illaa ooril kuDi irukka vENDaam". I am only indicating the prorities. This is for your consideration. Dasoham Anbil Ramaswamy ======================================================================== Dear Bhagavathas, A good movement is going on to renovate dilapadated temples and their restoration of past glory. A first attempt is started with Sri Lakshmi Narasimhaswamy Temple, Nala Bazaar, Secunderabad- an old temple dating back to 300 years. Bhaktas interested in participating in such noble kainkaryams may kindly contact Sri Mohan swamy who has appealed for contributions. His address is given below: A.S.Mohan, Flat No.403, Central View Apartments, New Bhoiguda, Secunderabad - 500003. Tel: 040-27536165 Mobile No.098481-47344 Contributors : Kindly send account payee cheque / DD in the name of, 'SRI LAKSHMI NARSIMHA SWAMY SEVA SAMITHI' Sajjana Padapadma parama renuhu Lakshmi Narasimhadasan SriRangaSri@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote: File : ARCHIVES IN THE FILES SECTION.doc Description : SRS Archives Yahoo! Groups SponsorADVERTISEMENT --------------------------------- Yahoo! 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