Visaka Hariji made a fantastic presentation of the glory, simplicity and power of the name of Lord Sri RAMA through the Harikatha recital "Rama Nama Prabhavam".
Harikatha is a fine blend of carnatic music, sanskrit slokas, crisp story telling
The Rama nama transcends religious and caste barriers and is open to all those who beleive in its power and purity.
Rama Nama japam mahimai (Power of Chanting) was nicely illustrated with the story of a robber who realises his folly when no one is ready to share his sin of robbery. He seeks salvation through Rama Nama Japam initiated by Sage Narada(AKA Sage Valmiki).
The stories of Saints protected by Rama Nama Saint Sri Thyagarajar, Sri Bodendral, Sri Tulasidasar.
The Rama Sloka which formed the heart of the concert;
" Aapatha mapha harthaaram thatharam sarva sambhathaam
Lokaphiraaman Sriramam Bhooyo Bhooyo namamyaham"
Real life examples and humourous references relavant to discussion were a treat.
Visakaji's lilting and dynamic rendering took everyone present to a different realm of spirituality. The vibrant and unique style of the concert held the audience spellbound and we were transfixed in awe. But all good things come to an end and we left richer in thoughts.
Fortunately I was lucky to buy the latest DVD release of "Sri Andal Kalyanam" by Visakaji to elevate the devotional spirit of Marghazhi to new heights.
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