Rudrabhishekam
Mondays – August 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 6.30 PM Rudrabhishekam to Shiva Lingam
Thursdays – August 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 6.30 PM Rudrabhishekam to utsava murti of Sri Shirdi Sai Baba
Lord Shiva is well-known by the name of Rudra. It is one of the 108 names of Lord Shiva, meaning “tempest”. In Rudra form, Lord Shiva is fierce, is the destructor of evil and paves the path for new creation. Abhishek literally means “wetting” or “spraying”. It signifies the auspicious bathing of a deity. Rudra Abhishek implies the holy bath with water, milk, ghee, yogurt, honey and Panchamrit (The Panchamrit mixture comprises five elements namely, milk, yogurt, ghee, honey, and jaggery).
Rudrabhishek invokes Lord Shiva by chanting hymns and a special Pooja where Lord Rudra is worshiped in the form of lingam. Amma Sri Karunamayi extols the power of Rudrabhishekam and encourages devotees to include it in their sadhana, spiritual practices.
Benefits:
- Prevents physical illness and suffering
- Promotes inner strength so one finds the confidence to tackle difficult situations in life
- Increases concentration and sharpens mental abilities
- Enhances leadership qualities
- Helps one remain calm, hence, find solutions efficiently
Second Saturday of Every Month- August 8 2026, 11 AM
Amma Sri Karunamayi says that chanting the Lalitha Sahasranama brings deep inner peace, complete divine connection, and the grace of the Universal Mother. Each syllable acts as a powerful mantra to transform the mind and uplift the soul. Amma is encouraging devotees to attend satsang in-person at the SRIM Center and enjoy the benefits of performing spiritual practices in this energized environment with other spiritual seekers. The program will be followed by an afternoon of volunteer service, primarily to help prepare the Center for upcoming events! If convenient, please bring a dish to share for lunch.
Spiritual and Mental Benefits:
- Divine Connection: Pure repetition of every syllable builds a direct bond of open love with the Goddess.
- Calm Mind: Regular recitation reduces daily stress, lowers anxiety, and brings quiet focus to the brain.
- Inner Awakening: The sacred sounds softly clear emotional blocks and awaken subtle spiritual energies within the body.
Life and Material Blessings:
- Removal of Fear: Sincere chanting removes heavy worries, shields the family from negative forces, and dissolves past mistakes.
- Peace and Health: Daily practice nurtures a long, stable, and healthy life filled with contentment.
- Abundance: Devotees find that basic life needs are met and household harmony is naturally restored.
Please login a few minutes before 11:00 AM to the video conferencing platform at:
https://gatech.zoom.us/j/95794337480?pwd=RjljRUZFeXJJZXhNQ3dvRkdmM0JzZz09
To access the schedule and handouts, go to: https://srimcenter.org/monthly-satsang/
Amma Sri Karunamayi – Women and the Lalita Sahasranama
Manidweepa·Apr 14, 2015
Sravana Masam
August 13th 2026 – September 11th 2026
According to Vedas, Sravana Masam is described as Nabhas – it means shravan nakshatra takes total control by appearing in the sky. Sravana Masam is the fifth and holiest month of the Hindu lunar calendar. It is highly auspicious for spiritual growth as it is dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Lakshmi.
Mythological Significance
Lord Shiva:
The Gods (Devas) and demons (Asuras) temporarily united to churn the cosmic ocean to retrieve the Amrita (nectar of immortality) to regain their lost power and divinity.
The churning rod was Mount Mandara, and the churning rope was Vasuki, the King of Serpents. As the churning began, Vasuki emitted a highly toxic poison called Halahala, capable of destroying the universe. To save creation, Lord Shiva consumed the poison.
Lord Vishnu & Goddess Lakshmi: The Sravana Nakshatra (star) is associated with Lord Vishnu. The month is considered an ideal time to pray to Goddess Lakshmi to remove obstacles, poverty, and seek spiritual and financial wealth.
Festivals celebrated in Sravana month:
Naga Panchami – it is the auspicious day when people offer milk to snakes.
- Varalakshmi Vrata – the prominent ritual celebrated by married women in South India and Maharashtra is varalakshmi pooja. It is performed on the Friday that falls before Pournami in Sravan month.
- Raksha Bandhan – one of the biggest festivals performed in Sravan Masam is rakhi, also called raksha bandan. It is the day which honours the bond between a brother and sister. According to the Hindu calendar, it is observed on full moon day (Sravana Purnima).
- Krishna Janmashtami – it is one of the major Hindu festivals which marks Lord Krishna’s birth anniversary.
Sravana Masam Samputitha Sri Sooktham Homam
Fridays August 14th, 28th and September 11th @ 6:30 PM
Samputita Sri Suktam sung by Amma:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwcEH_F5KV8&list=RDWwcEH_F5KV8&start_radio=1
Samputita Sri Suktam is an ancient, potent Vedic chanting practice where the traditional Sri Suktam (a hymn for wealth and abundance) is enclosed (“samputita”) within specific hymns of Durga and Mahalakshmi.
Benefits:
The primary benefits of this powerful sadhana (spiritual practice) include:
- Material and financial prosperity – it invokes Goddess Lakshmi to dissolve financial difficulties, attract steady wealth, and bring financial stability
- Business success – believed to clear obstacles in the workplace, making it a highly favored hymn for entrepreneurs and traders
- Eradication of “A-Lakshmi” – chanting destroys Jyeshtha Lakshmi (the elder sister of Lakshmi, who governs grief, delay, and misfortune), clearing the path for success
- Deep protection and obstacle removal
- Negative energy cleansing – the enclosure of the hymn creates strong protective vibrations that destroy negativity, evil forces, and blockages
- Karmic purification – the sound frequencies dissolve karmic blockages and the malefic effects of astrological doshas
- Mental and spiritual well-being – regular recitation brings mental calmness, emotional stability, and a peaceful environment at home or the workplace
- Spiritual awakening – the hymn allows practitioners to transcend material worries, fostering a life of contentment, gratitude, and true spiritual growth
Sravana Masam Varalakshmi Vratham Puja
Friday – August 21 2026, 6:30 PM
Varalakshmi Vratham is a Hindu observance to propitiate the goddess of prosperity, Lakshmi. Varalakshmi is the manifestation of Lakshmi who grants boons. It is a puja primarily performed by married Hindu women in the states of South India.
Spiritual and Material Benefits:
- Wealth and Abundance: Invokes the grace of Ashta Lakshmi to clear financial hurdles and invite stable income.
- Family Well-being: Promotes domestic peace, marital happiness, and longevity for family members.
- Spiritual Discipline: Cultivates a sense of deep gratitude, inner peace, and adherence to righteous living.
Poornima Full Moon Celebrations
Thursday August 27th, Sri Chakra Abhishekam @ 10:30 AM
Sri Chakra worship is considered the highest worship of Devi because it contains all deities and all divine potencies within. It brings every kind of blessing for physical and emotional health, wealth, harmony in one’s relationships, and true spiritual progress.
Benefits:
Performing a Sri Chakra Abhishekam on a full moon is believed to amplify its benefits including:
- Spiritual progress
- Physical and emotional health
- Wealth
- Harmony in relationships
The full moon’s powerful energy is said to enhance the potency of the mantras and yantra used in the ritual. Overall, it is a practice aimed at removing obstacles, fostering spiritual growth, and invoking divine blessings from the Mother Goddess.
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