The 100-page volume is a panoramic view of Sringeri, where Adi Sankara established an Advaita pitam, with Sri Sarada as the presiding deity. The articles and stunning pictures take the readers through the town, located on the banks of the Tunga, surrounded by hills. Sringeri’s serenity is captured very well in every frame. Rare photos of Swami Bharati Tirtha and his successor Sri Vidusekhara Tirtha make the volume exclusive.
The highlight of the book is an interview with the head of Sri Sringeri Sarada Pitam, the 36th Pontiff, Sri Bharati Tirtha. In a lucid style, he explains concepts such as Advaita and dharma and says what according to him makes religion necessary. Through its Patasalas, the Math is keeping the flame of Vedas burning bright. Besides spiritual work, the Sringeri Math is involved in several social activities through its institutions. Health camps are a regular feature on the agenda of the Math, which feeds thousands of devotees on a daily basis.
Colourful pictures of Sri Sarada in various alankarams printed on high quality paper offer a visual treat. Priced at ₹250, Sringeri Sri Sharada Peetam — Fostering A Timeless Philosophy is a noteworthy addition to the series of books published by The Hindu Group.
Published - October 04, 2018 05:00 pm IST
