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Monday, August 4, 2014


Articles published in "Sadguru's Blessings" magazine - July and August, 2014 issues -
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NATURE – OUR NATURAL TEACHER!
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Nature is a great gift of God to mankind. In fact, it is a cozy cradle within which all of us are living comfortably. Nature is nothing but that which has come down to this earth naturally. In other words, all that which is not artificial can be termed as nature. Nature is an integral part of our lives and it is beyond imagination to think of life sans nature.  Nature is a wonderful and delightful piece of poetry authored by the Lord Supreme. The greatest and unique characteristic of nature is that it has everything to offer for the wellness and wellbeing of others. ‘Living for others’ is the undeclared rule of nature! On the contrary and unlike us, it never expects or exploits or disturbs others for its own selfish ends. Nature, therefore, is like a ‘Kamadhenu’ and if properly harnessed and utilized it can make our lives really enjoyable from all angles.
The hills, mountain ranges, rivers, forests, the sun, the moon, sky, oceans, innumerable species of trees, fruits, vegetables and varieties of forest products etc., are part of this wonderful, but yet, totally unexplored nature. The varieties of animals, birds, insects etc., that inhabit this planet make this nature more colourful, lively and thrilling. Till the rapid advancement of technology and population explosion, this nature was at its best. The increasing population and reckless advancement in science and technology with scant respect to its ill-effects on nature have begun an undeclared war of destruction against this nature. We are sitting at the edge of a great tree branch and trying to cut it at its base! Once the base is cut, the branch along with the person sitting there on falls to the ground. Both the man and the tree are destroyed. This is what is going to happen actually soon if our reckless and thoughtless attack and assault on nature is not stopped forthwith.
The forests are being cut most indiscriminately to make way for human dwellings; rivers are being polluted beyond imaginable limits in the name of industrialization; ponds and lakes are being dried up to locate townships; agricultural lands are also facing the same fate. At this rate, virtually this divine nature is subjected to most inhuman rape by man without regard to its horrible consequences. As Mahatma Gandhi once said: Nature has plenty of resources to cater to our need; but it cannot satisfy our greed!
Besides, nature is our natural teacher like our mother! Nature always caters to the needs of others sans any expectations in return. It never bothers about itself or its welfare. It takes pleasure in giving to or serving others. Briefly said, like in Karma Yoga, it just performs its function most dispassionately! In spite of the reckless assault of man, it continues to serve him. What an example of selfless service indeed! It is a well-known fact that a tree full of hundreds of fruits always bows downwards. It never shows its ego or pride by standing erect like a man who boasts of his smallest of achievements. The moral is: Never hold your head high with pride or ego. Even the winner of a gold medal gets his medal only when he bows his head down. See a river. We pollute it all through its course in hundreds of ways. But still it continues to flow and feed us. See the animal world around us. They, through their own typical ways, earn their food for the day. They never store anything for tomorrow unlike us nor do they cause damage to nature in the process. They are happy and contended on what they have earned for the day. See the grazing animals. They only eat the top portion of the grass or plants and they never uproot them. An example of preserving nature for tomorrow!  Besides, unless provoked or attacked, they never harm others. Less said is better about the rain and the sun. Without any sort of discrimination, they shower their favours on the entire earth. A river taking birth from the top of a mountain flows miles and miles before reaching the ocean. Throughout its course it fosters civilization, protects flora and fauna and is a perennial source of happiness and contentment to all those dependent on it. Another interesting thing about nature is that it is never in a hurry; but yet it accomplishes everything! Every man should take a leaf out of this lesson and become an ambassador of peace, happiness and joy wherever he goes. We will find more such lessons in the woods (nature) than in books. In fact, nature teaches many great things mutely which cannot be learnt even from greatest of teachers. But to clearly discern this process, one must first be a lover of nature besides its keen observer. If we look deep into the nature, we will better understand it. Then only these great values hidden and demonstrated by nature in various ways can be better experienced and understood.
Since time immemorial, man has been worshipping nature in several ways. In fact, it was his way of expression of gratitude to nature for the invaluable favours bestowed on mankind. Naturally, sun, trees, rivers are held in high esteem in India and are worshipped with great devotion. But man’s greed and lack of fore-thought coupled with a hollow dream of converting this earth into an artificial comfort zone, have all combined ruthlessly to destroy nature. Disregard to nature is nothing but disregarding or disrespecting God. Nature’s destruction will ultimately and definitely lead to the total destruction of mankind itself. It is high time that we correct ourselves and begin to live harmoniously with nature. Or nature will definitely, like its various concealed lessons, teach us a very great and ultimate lesson! But then it will be too late to realize or learn or rectify ourselves. Nature (in the form of earth) is a personification of unlimited patience. But yet, it has its own tolerance level. Once that limit is exceeded, total destruction is the only final result.  It is now or never to wake up and avoid the wrath of nature, the wrath of our off-springs for our atrocities on nature and above all the wrath of Almighty and rededicate ourselves to restore nature to its original form.
Nature is our greatest teacher, preacher, philosopher and guide! Worshipping and conserving nature is one of the best ways of pleasing or worshipping the Almighty. It is the least a man can do in return for the invaluable favours received from nature throughout his life-time.

Open your eyes and see deep  
into the nature and enjoy its beauty. Live with nature harmoniously, breath its fresh and fragrant air and lose yourself in its midst. The bliss and contentment it provides is nothing but the boon of God – Mother Nature. God is personified in Nature. Let us all admire, adore and restore it!

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Believe in Yourself!

-             Kavi Suresh
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M
an is a store-house of immense potential – physical and mental. Given the right direction backed up by unstinted and concerted efforts, there appears to be nothing in this world which is beyond the comprehension, accomplishment and reach of man. The recent technological advancements around the globe in all spheres of human life are a clear pointer to this. But, yet, it is also a true fact that the human potential has not been exploited or put to full use to the extent expected. There are several factors which control or inhibit this. Economic, social and psychological factors coupled with lack of proper education, orientation, training etc., are some of the plausible reasons.

A man’s main strength is his mind. A strong and firm mind, at the outset, paves the way for easy accomplishment of set goals. You may also call it ‘will-power’. In other words, a strong and steady mind is nothing but a strong belief in one’s potential, capabilities and a firm resolve to face any eventualities for the fulfillment of set targets. No doubt, one should be aware of his limitations and short-comings also! This virtue can also be described as self-confidence. To elaborate, self-confidence is nothing but a confidence or belief in oneself; confidence in one’s potential and abilities; confidence is one’s resolve; confidence in one’s aim or purpose; confidence in oneself about the future and so on. Self-confidence promotes in oneself a feeling of firmness, courage, stability and ability to handle any situation with boldness, conviction and decisiveness. It is a process of going from confusion to understanding. In short, self-confidence equips one to tread a different and complicated path of life with ease as compared to many others.

How to develop self-confidence?
An important key to success is self-confidence and key to self-confidence is preparation! We see that some people are born self-confident. It is in their genes and they are gifted. But for many, it is a virtue which has to be developed through various means. The varied challenges in life, influence of people coming in contact, influence of society and many such factors mould a man in re-orienting his outlook to external happenings and thereby build up his confidence level. They generally and naturally act bold and take daring steps in the execution of their thoughts. In fact, self-confidence and dashing nature go hand in hand.

Failures in life, financial problems, prolonged illness, death of near and dear ones, inferiority complex, fickle mind – all affect a man’s self-confidence. But it is an open secret that worries and troubles are an invariable and unavoidable part of life. They haunt everyone. Experience of many tells us that happiness or sorrow never stay forever. They are like day and night! Every situation – good or bad – is a passing phase in life. It is up to us to take each situation in our stride, treat them on merits and handle them with a dispassionate and firm mind. Life is a perennial fight against hurdles and a firm and strong mind alone will equip us to over-come them and stay fit and fine.

A comprehensive and complete knowledge in one’s field of activity is the mother of self-confidence. Knowledge is a powerful tool as well as an effective weapon. To face any challenges in one’s field, knowledge powered by proper expertise would be a very handy. In fact, it is the edifice upon which self-confidence rests and grows. Therefore, to be self-confident, build up your knowledge base. There are no short-cuts for this.

Many unforeseen situations and circumstances suddenly crop up in life. They may be due to factors which may not have been pre-thought of by us. While our efforts are concentrated in our set field of activity, it is very essential for one to be sensitive and careful about the happenings around us. Keeping an eye on everything, though cursorily, will enable us to face such sudden unexpected challenges more ably.

However, one has to be aware that self-confidence or over-confidence has a tendency to breed arrogance and a highly egoistic state of mind. One has to be very careful about this. Remember that this virtue is the result of the grace and blessings of the supreme divine power. Any amount of self-efforts goes in vain unless it has the backing or support of that unknown power. It is an established, experienced and time-tested true fact that nothing in this world moves, happens or vanishes without the nod of the power supreme -   iÉålÉ ÌuÉlÉ §ÉhÉqÉÌmÉ lÉ cÉsÉÌiÉ.  Hence, to be self-confident, please equip yourself and train yourself under the directions of a good preceptor (Guru) and pray regularly to Lord Supreme to bestow his blessings on you. Ardent devotion and a prayer with a feeling of total surrender over a period of time makes a man firm and strong in himself. A state in which he is unfazed by any external influences and that which carries him forward steadily towards his pre-determined goal. Hence, self-confidence, as a virtue, if nurtured and steered in a righteous manner, ultimately leads us to success in life – materially as well as spiritually.

Ultimate success comes to only those who have grit and determination, who have steadfast belief in themselves and the power of the Lord Supreme, who dare to take all risks and above all who have the temperament to accept failure or setbacks in the same way they cherish success.






Tuesday, May 20, 2014




Article of Kavi Suresh published in 
Sadguru's Blessings Magazine
May 2014 issue





Wednesday, April 16, 2014

RELEASE OF SIRIBHUVALAYASAGARA RATNAMANJUSHA [A BIRD'S EYE-VIEW OF KUMUDENDUMUNI'S SARVABHASHAMAYIBHASHA SIRIBHUVALAYA] - The Tenth Wonder of the World - BY PROF.G.VENKATASUBBAIAH AT HIS RESIDENCE ON 12.01.2014 IN BANGALORE

English Translation: KAVI SURESH, SHIMOGA


Sarvabhashamayibhasha Siribhuvalaya (the tenth Wonder of the World) is an ancient book written by Kumudendu Muni in Kannada numerals. The present book, 'Siribhuvalaya Sagararatnamanjusha' authored by Sri Sudharthi of Hassan is the 7th in the series. This introductory Book translated to English by Kavi Suresh of Shimoga gives a broad picture of all the books brought out by Sudharthi of Hassan on Siribhuvalaya. This is the only poetry in numerics (that too in Kannada) in the entire world and it has to be considered as an encyclopedia of the world. This contains about 16,000 pages; the volume of original Kannada verses in Siribhuvalaya is 6,00,000. The original author (Kumudendu Muni) states that by a systematic de-codification of this poetry in numerals one can get the literature of about 718 languages! This is really a challenging task to those who are genuinely keen to unearth its hidden treasure. Sri Sudharhi of Hassan has spent over 27 years on this work and has been able to present many of its hidden information within his own limits. He needs to be congratulated for this great effort. Those who are keen to pursue this further and who desire to have copies of his works may contact him on phone: 08172-257186 or Sri Kavi Suresh on phone: 08182-223670

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ಸುಮಾರು 1200 ವರ್ಷಗಳಷ್ಟು ಹಿಂದಿನ ಜಗತ್ತಿನ ಏಕೈಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಅಂಕಕಾವ್ಯ ಎಂಬ ಹೆಗ್ಗಳಿಕೆಗೆ ಪಾತ್ರವಾಗಿರುವ ಕುಮುದೇಂದು ಮುನಿಯ 'ಸಿರಿಭೂವಲಯ' ಲೋಕದ ಎಲ್ಲ ವಿಷಯಗಳ ಎಲ್ಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಕಣಜ. ಅಂಕಗಳ ರೂಪದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತವಾಗಿರುವ ಈ ಕಾವ್ಯವನ್ನು ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಿತವಾಗಿ ಬಿಡಿಸಿದಾಗ ಅನೇಕ ಭಾಷೆಗಳ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯವು ಹೊರಬರುವುದು ಹಾಸನದ ಶ್ರೀ ಸುಧಾರ್ಥಿಯವರ ಸುಮಾರು 27 ವರ್ಷಗಳ ಕಾಲದ ಸಂಶೋಧನೆಯಿಂದ ದೃಢಪಟ್ಟಿದೆ. ಇದರಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಮಾರು 718 ಭಾಷೆಗಳ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಅಡಕವಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಅದನ್ನು ಹೊರತೆಗೆಯಲು ಅಷ್ಟು ಭಾಷೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಣತರಾದ ಆಸಕ್ತರ ಅವಶ್ಯಕತೆಯಿದೆ. ಈ ಕೃತಿಯ ಪರಿಚಯವನ್ನು ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯರಿಗೂ ತಲುಪಿಸುವ ನಿಟ್ಟಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಸುಧಾರ್ಥಿಯವರು ಸುಮಾರು 7 ಪರಿಚಯ ಕೃತಿಗಳನ್ನು ರಚಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಸಂಕ್ಷಿಪ್ತವಾಗಿ ಈ ಎಲ್ಲ ಕೃತಿಗಳ ಸಾರಾಂಶವನ್ನು ಶ್ರೀ ಸುಧಾರ್ಥಿಯವರ ಅಪೇಕ್ಷೆಯ ಮೇರೆಗೆ ಶಿವಮೊಗ್ಗೆಯ ಕೆಳದಿ ಕವಿ ಮನೆತನದ ಶ್ರೀ ಕವಿ ಸುರೇಶ್ ರವರು ಆಂಗ್ಲ ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತ ಪಡಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಈ ಆಂಗ್ಲ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸಿರಿಭೂವಲಯದ ಪುಸ್ತಕವನ್ನು ಶತಾಯುಷಿ ಪ್ರೊ.ಜಿ.ವೆಂಕಟಸುಬ್ಬಯ್ಯನವರು ತಮ್ಮ ಸ್ವಗೃಹದಲ್ಲಿ ದಿ.12.1.2014 ರಂದು ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಅದೇ ಸಮಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಧಾರ್ಥಿಯವರ 'ಸಿರಿಭೂವಲಯಸಾಗರರತ್ನಮಂಜೂಷ-2' ಸಹ ಅವರ ಅಮೃತ ಹಸ್ತದಿಂದ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆಯಾಯಿತು. ಸುಧಾರ್ಥಿಯವರ ಪರಿಶ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಮತ್ತು ಆಂಗ್ಲಭಾಷೆಯ ಅವತರಣಿಕೆಯ ಮೂಲಕ ಇದರ ಕಂಪನ್ನು ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೇತರರಿಗೂ ತಿಳಿಸುವ ಈ ಸುಪ್ರಯತ್ನವನ್ನು ಶ್ರೀ ವೆಂಕಟಸುಬ್ಬಯ್ಯನವರು ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಕ್ತಕಂಠದಿಂದ ಅಭಿನಂದಿಸಿದರು.[ಪುಸ್ತಕಗಳಿಗಾಗಿ ಮತ್ತು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ ಆಸಕ್ತರು ಶ್ರೀ ಸುಧಾರ್ಥಿ (Hassan) (08172-257186 ಅಥವಾ ಶ್ರೀ ಕವಿ ಸುರೇಶ್ (Shimoga) [08182-223670] ರವರನ್ನು ಸಂಪರ್ಕಿಸಬಹುದಾಗಿದೆ.


Kavi Suresh with Prof.GV, Sri Sudharthi , Smt.Girija Shankar & others

Prof.GV handing over an autographed copy of Siribhuvalaya to Kavi Suresh

Cover Page of English Version of Siribhuvalaya

Back Cover Page of English Version of Siribhuvalaya

Wednesday, January 8, 2014



1. Keladi Nrupa Vijaya - English Version by Kavi Suresh
Published by: National Manuscripts Mission, Govt.of India,
KMRC, Keladi

2. The Unforgettable Keladi Empire - English Version by Kavi Suresh
(Kannada Version: Dr.KG Venkatesh Jois)

These two books have been preserved in the Directorate, Rajasthan Praachya Vidya Prathisthaan, PWD Road, Jodhpur.




Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Saturday, January 4, 2014

Release of "Adbhut Ramayan" book
Translated to Kannada by Kavi Suresh, Shimoga
[Original Author in English: Sri Ajai Kumar Chhawchharia, Ayodhya]


Cover Page of the Kannada "Adbhut Ramayan" Book


This rare and interesting book, "Adbhut Ramayan" attributed to Sage Valmiki was written in English by Sri Ajai Kumar Chhawchharia of Ayodhya. The book contained verse-wise commentaries and explanations. As per the wishes of Sri Sri Bindu Madhava Sharma Swamiji, Avadhoot of Belagur, the seat of Veerapratapa Anjaneya Swamy, in Hosadurga Taluk, Chitradurga district, Karnataka State, I had the privilege and rare opportunity of translating the said book to Kannada. Thanks are due to its original Author and Publishers who had graciously given their consent for this translation work.

This translated version of Adbhut Ramayan was released at Belgaur on 16.12.2013 by Srimadjagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Sri Gangadharendra Saraswathi Swamiji, Sonda, Swarnavalli Samsthaan in the divine presence of Sri Sri Bindu Madhava Sharma Swamiji. Retd.Chief Justice of Supreme Court of India, Sri MN Venkatachalaiah inaugurated the event. A Scholarly discussion headed by Vidwan Sri Bannanje Govindacharya with Sri Aswatha Narayan, Avadhani, Mattoor, Sri Vasudeva, Avadhanai, Mattoor, Dr.DR Panduranga, Devanoor, Dr. Nagaraj, Bangalore was also held on the occasion. Sri BG Govindappa, MLA, Hosadurga, presided.

Publishers: Sri Bindumadhava Spiritual Trust & Sri                                   Bindumadhava Seva Trust, Belagur in                                   association with Kavi Prakashana, Shivamogga.

Contact for books: 99808 53668/99454 65929/94489 32866

The book is priced at Rs.400/- and the entire proceeds from this book will be utilised for charitable works in Sri Kshetra, Belagur.

A few photographs of the book release function

A full view of the stage

Arrival of Sri Sri Gangadharendra Saraswathi Swamiji of Sonda, Swarnavalli Samsthan

Inauguration by Justice Venkatachalaiah and others by lighting the lamp

Introduction of the book by Kavi Suresh, the Translator

Release of the book by the Swarnavalli Swamiji - Sri Sri Bindu Madhava Swamiji, Prof.Panduranga and Kavi Suresh

Kavi Suresh along with others holding the "Adbhut Ramayan" Book at the time of its release


Address by the Swamiji of Swarnavalli Samsthan

Kavi Suresh with Dr.Panduranga, one of the Scholars.

Address by Sri Bindu Madhava Swamiji of Belagur

Sri Bindhu Madhava Swamiji blessing Kavi Suresh, the Translator

Honouring of Guests - Kavi Suresh and others - Release of the book "Adbhut Ramayan" in Kannada


|| Sri Rama Jaya Rama Jaya Jaya Rama ||



- KAVI SURESH

Wednesday, December 4, 2013




ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಮರೆಯಲಾಗದ (ಮರೆಯಬಾರದ) ಮುಖ್ಯಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ