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Literary Works Sri Siddheswarananda Bharathi

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On going through the literary works of Siddheswarananda Bharathi given below his learning and scholarliness can be clearly understood

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Ambica Sahasri Siva Sahasri Aindri Sahasri Rasa Vahini Rasa Ganga Radha Lahari Gandhara Geethi Ananda Yogini Soundaryalahari

Some of his poetic works are as follows: 1. Vraja Bhagavatham 2. Deities in America 3. Tantrika Prapancham 4. DasaMahaVidyalu 5. Prathyangira Sadhana 6. History of Lalitha Devi 7. Andhra Bhagavatha Vimarsa 8. Kavitha Mahendra jalam 9. Sri Mouna Swami with Himalayan Siddhas 10. Bhuvana Vijayam 11. Sri Jagad Guru Sankaracharya 12. Sanskruthi 13. A history of Rana Pratapa Simha 14. Vasista Bharathi 15. Student Movement 16. Hanuman 17. Bhairava Sadhana 18. Naga Sadhana 19. Tirupathi Venkata Kavulu and Kopparapu Kavulu 20. Our Problems and Manthra Sandhanalu 21. Daivi Sakthi 22. The Yogis Yogis of Courtallum 23. The Yogis Yogis of Brindavan. 24. Brindavan Bhagavatham 25. Kali Yogis. all are his prose writings. His Novels are Ramani priya doothika, Vandematharam Kaviraju Katha. Dramas like Kavi Brahma and Kavya Kantha Rupakam were also written by him.

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Ambica Sahasri: Swamyji praised Sri Raja Rajeswari in the name of Amara Trisathi. 300 verses one in this in the name of Andhra Saptasathi 700 Telugu poems are there. The innumerable miracles of Sri Jillelamudi Amma were described beautifully. Siva Sahasri: This book was written for the spiritual growth of the devotees which consists of 300 Sanskrit slokas in the name of Amara Trisathi and 700 telugu poems in the name of Andhra Saptasathi. He clearly explained sivatathwa in detail. This became a guide for many sadhakas. This main principle is to bring about the secrets of Higher planes. “Indra Swara Bhadra Sutras” of Sri Kavya Kantha Ganapathi Muni are also incorporated in this book. Aindri Sahasri: Swamiji adored Chinna Masta one of the Siddha Vidyas of Dasa Maha Vidyalu. Prachanda Chandi of Dasa Maha vidyas has many names like Aindri, Indrani, Sachi, Chandi, Vyzra Vyrochini and Vajravathi. This deity is also worshipped as Chinna Masta. As it happened to be an ornament of Virocha Rochana it is also called as VyzraVimaya. The deity is terrific to look at with a detached head in her hands, three blood streams are seen coming out of the neck as fountains of which one in drunk by Varuni, other by Dhakini and the third and the middle by herself. The mere thought of this deity itself is highly terrifying. The yogic secrets behind this form are explained as Ida, Pingala and Sushumna i.e., Dhakini, Varnini and Chinna Masta respectively. Swamiji said that he wrote this by going through Indrani Saptasathi, Prachanda Chandi and Trisathi of Kavya Khanta Ganapathi Muni. Many paths of devotion and upasanas are explained here. Rasa Vahini: It reflects not only devotion and love but also swamiji’s various mental vibrations and poetic values. Rasa Ganga: It is a Khanda Kavya which appears the poetic nectar, divine feelings, devotion humanity, leteral beauty, the desire for universal welfare of swamiji. This comprises waves like Devi Lahari, Yatra Lahari, Siddha Lahari, Tatvika Lahari, Muktaka Lahari and Sahithi Lahari. This arouses devotion among the readers. Radha Lahari: Sri Siddheswarananda Bharathi adored Radha Devi the Goddess of Love. He praised the deity in Sanskrit and Telugu through this book. This was printed in 2003 by Swayam Siddha Kali Peetham in the name of Radha Lahari. There are 12 parts in this and they are: Kavithaswadhati Rasa Devi Jaya Geethika Raseswari Brindavana yatra Lahari in 4 parts Avatharanamu Radha Krupa Katakshamala Geethavali Astotra Sathanama stuthi in this he explained his relationship with Raseswari. Gandharva Geethi: Swamy wrote this keeping the noble ideas and philosophy of Umarkhayam in view. There are 2 parts. First part consists of deep philosophical aspects. Different mental vibrations which a poet generally experiences are clearly reflected in this. As he is a traditional poet it astonished many to see him writing verses in Mantra Chandas. The poems are not against traditional poetry. They are not mere translations of Umar Khayam’s Rubayats. He explained the secrets of yoga for behind the ideas of Umar Khayam. Ananda Yogini: The entire creation is a divine play as mentioned by swamiji. To make the youth understand that there is a metaphysical world swami wrote their “Ananda Yogini”. The hero of this is Ananda. Ananda is in a Sadhana path. A yogini is a kind of instrument in this path. She may be considered as his love. Outwardly the hero in Ananda yogi but guiding power of inner consciousness in Ananda yogini. So he named this book as ‘Ananda Yogini’. Soundarya Lahari: Soundarya Lahari written by Adi Shankaracharya is unique of its kind and where in the Universal Mother is beautifully described. This was translated by many. But the translation of swamiji excelled all others. His translation looks like as his own performance rather than that of translation. • • • • • • • • • •

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The Saints of Courtallum

1. Ambica Sahasri: Swamyji praised Sri Raja Rajeswari in the name of Amara Trisathi. 300 verses one in this in the name of Andhra Saptasathi 700 Telugu poems are there. The innumerable miracles of Sri Jillelamudi Amma were described beautifully. 2. Siva Sahasri: This book was written for the spiritual growth of the devotees which consists of 300 Sanskrit slokas in the name of Amara Trisathi and 700 telugu poems in the name of Andhra Saptasathi. He clearly explained sivatathwa in detail. This became a guide for many sadhakas. This main principle is to bring about the secrets of Higher planes. “Indra Swara Bhadra Sutras” of Sri Kavya Kantha Ganapathi Muni are also incorporated in this book. 3. Aindri Sahasri: Swamiji adored Chinna Masta one of the Siddha Vidyas of Dasa Maha Vidyalu. Prachanda Chandi of Dasa Maha vidyas has many names like Aindri, Indrani, Sachi, Chandi, Vyzra Vyrochini and Vajravathi. This deity is also worshipped as Chinna Masta. As it happened to be an ornament of Virocha Rochana it is also called as VyzraVimaya. The deity is terrific to look at with a detached head in her hands, three blood streams are seen coming out of the neck as fountains of which one in drunk by Varuni, other by Dhakini and the third and the middle by herself. The mere thought of this deity itself is highly terrifying. The yogic secrets behind this form are explained as Ida, Pingala and Sushumna i.e., Dhakini, Varnini and Chinna Masta respectively. Swamiji said that he wrote this by going through Indrani Saptasathi, Prachanda Chandi and Trisathi of Kavya Khanta Ganapathi Muni. Many paths of devotion and upasanas are explained here. 4. Rasa Vahini: It reflects not only devotion and love but also swamiji’s various mental vibrations and poetic values. 5. Rasa Ganga: It is a Khanda Kavya which appears the poetic nectar, divine feelings, devotion humanity, leteral beauty, the desire for universal welfare of swamiji. This comprises waves like Devi Lahari, Yatra Lahari, Siddha Lahari, Tatvika Lahari, Muktaka Lahari and Sahithi Lahari. This arouses devotion among the readers. 6. Radha Lahari: Sri Siddheswarananda Bharathi adored Radha Devi the Goddess of Love. He praised the deity in Sanskrit and Telugu through this book. This was printed in 2003 by Swayam Siddha Kali Peetham in the name of Radha Lahari. There are 12 parts in this and they are: Kavithaswadhati Rasa Devi Jaya Geethika Raseswari Brindavana yatra Lahari in 4 parts Avatharanamu Radha Krupa Katakshamala Geethavali Astotra Sathanama stuthi in this he explained his relationship with Raseswari. 7. Gandharva Geethi: Swamy wrote this keeping the noble ideas and philosophy of Umarkhayam in view. There are 2 parts. First part consists of deep philosophical aspects. Different mental vibrations which a poet generally experiences are clearly reflected in this. As he is a traditional poet it astonished many to see him writing verses in Mantra Chandas. The poems are not against traditional poetry. They are not mere translations of Umar Khayam’s Rubayats. He explained the secrets of yoga for behind the ideas of Umar Khayam. 8. Ananda Yogini: The entire creation is a divine play as mentioned by swamiji. To make the youth understand that there is a metaphysical world swami wrote their “Ananda Yogini”. The hero of this is Ananda. Ananda is in a Sadhana path. A • • • • • • • • • •


yogini is a kind of instrument in this path. She may be considered as his love. Outwardly the hero in Ananda yogi but guiding power of inner consciousness in Ananda yogini. So he named this book as ‘Ananda Yogini’. 9. Soundarya Lahari: Soundarya Lahari written by Adi Shankaracharya is unique of its kind and where in the Universal Mother is beautifully described. This was translated by many. But the translation of swamiji excelled all others. His translation looks like as his own performance rather than that of translation.

SriSiddheswaranandaBharathiSwamyPoeticWorksDescribed 10. Vraja Bhagavatham: This was a researched work of Sri Krishna and R adha Devi and a wonderful creation. No such book in Telugu literature has come so far and is not an exagiration to say so. This received praises of many learned. There are 21 chapters in it. 11. Deities in America: Swamiji attended Tana meetings held in United States in June 2001. On this occasion he took part in yagna and yoga programmes conducted in different tours and delivered many speeches which were compiled as a book named “America Devathalu” by Swayam Siddha Kali Peetham. This is composed of 21 chapters. 12. Dasa Maha Vidyalu: Due to globalization our Vedic culture and Valuable scriptures on our epics are gradually disappearing. Swamiji revealed all the noble and pious aspects in this book “Dasa Maha Vidyalu”. He mentioned here the deities Kali, Tara, Chinna Masta, Bhagala Mukhi, Mathangi, Dhoomavathi, Bhuvaneswari, Sodasi, Kamalatmica and Bhairavi as Dasa Maha Vidyalu. Here he clearly explained about each deity with examples. He also explained the methods of devotion towards them and also the results which a sadhaka will obtain by following them. 13. Prathyangira Sadhana: Different procedures to be followed in Prathyangira Devi Sadhana were given in detail. This is an ancient sadhana. This Prathyangira Devi is described as the most powerful deity in Adharvana Veda. The followers of this Prathyangira Devi Sadhana can reciprocate any sort of black magic played on them. The Mantra Deity is only in the form of a great light as described in Adharvana Veda. The deity is also described to have a lion’s head. The mythological descriptions of this Devi from Sanskrit Bhagavatha and Kannada Bharatha are beautifully mentioned here. Dhyana Slokas and astothrams of this deity were included in this book. The ancient and the most secret sadhana of Prathyangira is revealed for the benefit of sadhakas. 14. Tantric World: In this modern world of Technology people are still under Superstitious. They are very much afraid of Manthra, Tantra Sastras. To erase this false notions among the people swamiji wrote this. Series of essays on this subject were published in Andhra prabha in 1970. Infact the meaning of ‘Tanthra’ is protector. There are many ways and means for adoring each and every diety. This is a great secret world. It promotes happy and healthy living. 15. History of Lalitha Devi: To erase the misunderstanding and fears among the people regarding Lalitha Upasana and its procedures, Sathguru Sri Siddheswarananda wrote this. D ifferent aspects like BhaskaraRayalu who wrote commentary on Lalitha Sahasra are also mentioned. Many aspects of Manthra Siddhulu of Bala were written. The thrilling events in the lives of Bala upasakas were narrated. 16. Andhra Bhagavatha Vimarsa: Under the guidance of Sri Acharya Pingala Lakshmi Kantham and Sri Acharya Korada Mahadevasastri of the Venkateswara University Prasada Raya Kulapathi (previous name of Siddheswarananda Bharathi) got his Doctorate Degree for submitting “Andhra Bhagavatha Vimarsa” a critic. This book became the most useful handbook for the research students.


17. Kavitha Mahendrajalam: All the extraordinary poetic paths and talents from ancient to modern age were shown in this book. All the gymics of Avadhanas are described. 18. Mouna Swamy with Himalayan Siddhas: The founder of Sri Siddheswara Peetham of Courtallum, Sri Siva Chidananda Saraswathi (Mouna Swamy) happened to meet many yogis and siddhas in Himalayas who cannot be seen by ordinary people. This was clearly narrated here in detail. Multi-dimensional yogic miracles shown by Mouna Swamy were included in this book. 19. Bhuvana Vijayam: As an organiser of “Bhuvana Vijaya Roopakam” he toured extensively all over the globe and with its performance pleased and won the hearts of many. There are 31 playlets in the ‘Bhuvana Vijaya’ book. Mere thought of Sri Aka Anjeneyulu in Guntur between 1952-53 was the main reason for the formation of Bhuvana Vijaya as said by Swamiji. SRI Krishna Devaraya the emporer of, Vijayanagara named his royal court as ‘Bhuvana Vijayam’. There used to be 8 great poets, Sri Allasani Peddana, Nandi Timmana, Bhattu Murthy etc who were called Asta diggajas. In addition to introducing Asta diggajas, Swamiji referrred many of their prominent poems. 20. Jagadguru Sankaracharya: Swami Sri Sankaracharya was a great prophet chosen by the Divine and sent to this earth for the upliftment of the society. Sankaracharya was not a man but an Institution. The preachings of Sankaracharya are everlasting. The one who moves all around the world propagating Dharma alone can be called as Jagadguru. An ordinary sannyasi can do his sadhanas at one place for his individual upliftment but a jagadguru should move all over for Dharmapracharam as said by Sankaracharya. 21. Sanskruthi (culture): Swamiji wrote this book for explaining Indian culture and Andhra culture. His ideas are clearly reflected in it. Great people are born in every country and race. Their personality is the root cause of culture. The life style of great people of India itself is Indian Culture. They are the true representatives of Truth, Character, Non-Voilence etc. Lord Rama, Dharmaraja, Sivaji were the real moulders of Indian Culture. “Unity in Diversity is the reality of Indian heart from KanyaKumari to Kashmir”. The Andhras have their own culture and customs which are at the top, eversince Satha Karni’s period. The Sasanas made by previous rulers show how much freedom an Andhra Lady enjoyed. This book is good guide for all of us. Those who are against this are traitors to our culture. 22. The History of Rana Pratap Simha: The lectures declined by Swamiji at National Sahithya parishad, about Rana Pratapa Simha written by Dharbaka Rajasekhara Sathavadhani were summarized in this book. This history of Rana Pratap Simha aroused National Spirit among Indians. The background of National Movements must be known to understand this book. Rana Pratap fought for freedom all through his life and gave priority to Duty than Victory. The lives of such people alone guide the people and pave a path. 23. Vasista Bharathi: Swamiji was greatly inspired and influenced by Sri Kavya Kantha Vasista Ganapathi Muni. Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi of Arunachalam used to call Vasista Ganapathi as ‘NAYANA’. On the occasion of Birth Centenary of Vasista Ganapathi Muni Swamiji released this book in which many aspects of his life are incorporated. 24. Student Movement (Vidyardhi Udyamamu): To eradicate the irregularities in educational system, students, teachers, institutions and its heads and educationalists, Swamiji has written this book. This helps to develop nationality and creativity. The educational system and the standards have run down to the depths after Independence against the expectations of many in the country. Swamiji felt that this is the need of the hour to improve this condition. Swamiji is not only a literate but also a true patriot.


25. HANUMAN: This book was printed by TTD in their ‘Srinivas Bharathi’ to inculcate Dharmacharana, good character, ideal life style swamiji wrote this. Hanuma even as an infant tried to swallow the Sun globe thinking it to be a fruit. Later he learned many sciences including grammer from the Sun God. Hanuma is an embodiment of Valour, Courage, Service, Devotion and Humility. To make the people of all ages follow these Noble qualities of Hanuma Swamiji gave this to society. 26. Bhairava Sadhana: In this book the History of Bhairava along with the method of worshipping Bhairava was clearly given for the benefit of the public. Temples of Bhairava are seen at many places like Kasi, Ujjaini, Draksha Rama, Mapuru Orugallu, Bhairava Kona near Nellore etc. Bhairava is the fearful form of Lord Siva. Once all the Gods and seers asked Vedas to let them be known who the highest God is. Vedas told the Siva alone is the highest. But Brahma differed with this heckling at Siva. Then Rudra the ferocious form of Siva cut off one of the 5 heads of Brahma. As a result of this Brahma Hatya he turned to be Bhairava. 27. Naga Sadhana: Serpents are being worshiped as Gods in all religions. There are six occult centers in the spinal chord of human being. They are called Shatchakras. They are also known as 6 yogic centers. At the base center (Muladhara) Kundalini Sakthi is seen coiled in the form of Serpent. If it is awakened by yogic Sadhana all the six centers will be activated. With this Sadhaka gets Yoga Siddhi. Serpent powers can be utilized for both benific and Malfic purposes with the help of Naga Manthra, the serpent bites deadly fevers and skin diseases can be cured and also infected. Many details about Naga Sadhana were given in this book. 28. Tirupathi Venkata Kavulu and Kopparapu Sodara Kavulu: Sri Divakarla Tirupathi Sastri and Chellapilla Venkata Sastri happened to be co-students at Sri Cherla Brahmaiah Sastri to learn grammer. They became poet-couple. With the blessing of their Master they did many Avadhanas and wrote many books. With their influence in those days many couple-poets came of such couple-poets Kopparapu Sodara Kavulu are prominent. Their teachers in literary field are Ramadugu RamaKrishna Kavi and Potharaju Rama Kavi. The couple got much fame and name in their Avadhanas and unique AsuKavitha. They are highly honoured all over Andhra for their poetic talents. On the request of Andhra Samskruthika Samithi of Hosur in Dharmapuri district of Tamilnadu Swamiji delivered a lecture on them and wrote a book. 29. Our Problems and Mantra Sadhana: Now a days no person is barred from problems. They may be regarding marriages, health, children, job, finance etc. Swamiji showed many solutions for all these problems through different Manthras for each problem. The methods given are very easy to perform. 30. Dyvee Sakthi: Human birth is possible only with Divine Grace. But very few with human values are loved by the God. Sri Radha Mahalakshmi is one Such about whom Swamiji wrote the history. She enjoyed fully the eternal love of Radha Krishna. Swamiji has close associations with many Siddhas. He himself is of the same category. 31. Ramani Priya Doothika: Swamiji is also an expert in writing Novels along with poetry and prose. A poet penetrates through all the aspects and create a wonderful New World. Like that Sri Dr Kulapathi thought that some justice should be done to the dejected lover Varoodhini in her later births. In view of this he wished to reveal some secrets. This result of his thought itself is the Novel “Ramani Priya Doothika” where in Pravara is Allasani Peddana and Varoodhini is Ramani. The Divine Mother herself became priya doothika and served them. 32. Vande Matharam: The translation of ‘The Story of Song’ as ‘Vande Matharam’ by Sri BakinChand is seen in his book ‘AnandMath’. SRI Sivaram in his Kannada Book “Ondu Kanthe Ondu Vydhee” explained in detail the historical events behind accepting “Vande Matharam” as National Anthem. This was later


translated into English by Sri G.H. Prahlada Rao which again was translated into Telugu by Dr Prasadaraya Kulapathi in 1975. With a view to inspire the youth for the building up of a Strong nation the history of “Vande Matharam” was given. 33. Kavi Raju Katha: This is the story of the great SRI NATHA KAVI where in all the events of his life (From birth to death) are mentioned. There are many Tantric Secrets behind the Chinthamani Manthra Siddhi in this book. 34. Kavi Brahma: Both a Theosophist and a Poet are seen in Swamiji together. Hence a great drama “Kavi Brahma” came out of his pen. He wrote the entire life of Tikkana the ‘Kavi Brahma’ in the form of a drama. The title ‘Kavi Brahma’ is suited to Tikkana alone in Telugu literature. Telugu people can be proud of Sri Tikkana Somayaji.

SriSiddheswaranandaBharathiSwamyDramaWorksDescribed 35. Kavya Kantha Roopakam: Swamiji wrote the biography of the ideal and sacred seer Sri Kavya Kantha Ganapathi Muni in this drama. This book is the best example for his devotion. Ganapathi Muni belongs to Vasista Clan. So he was named as Vasista Ganapathi Muni. There are 7 chapters in this drama. The National pundit parishad of ‘Hari Sabha’ in Nava Dweepa bestowed the title “Kavya Kantha” on Ganapathi Muni. So the name ‘Kavya Kantha’ is best suited to the drama. 36. Brindavana Yogis: In this book the lives of the devotees of Radha Devi like Hari Das Maharaj, Chaithanya Prabhu, the disciples of Chaithanya Prabhu, Sapta Goswami, Tulasidas, Leelasuka, Jayadeva, RamaKrishna Parahamsa, Ananda MayiMa, Devaraha Baba, Radhika Prasad Maharaj etc are described. This book is an encyclopedia of Radha Sadhana in which Radha Upasana, Dhyana, method of worship along with poems and songs on Radha Devi are included. 37. Brindavana Bhagavatham: This is the compilation of the material secured from (1) Srimad Bhagavatham (2) Brahma Vyvartha Puranam, Garga Samhitha, Hari Vamsamu, Devi Bhagavathamu, Brahma Samhitha, Vishnu Puranam, Sri Krishna Karnamrutham, Geetha Govindam, Sri Krishna Leela Tarangini, Mukunda Mala, Radha Sudhanidhi Kshethraiah Versus, Sri Radhika Prasad Maharaj’s works in detailed analysis. The analytical descriptions on 1. Radha and Krishna in Telugu literature 2. Radha Cult 3. Devotion and Rasopasana 4. About the number of Radhas and Krishnas is also seen in this. In addition to the above, the sight seeing places in brindavan are also mentioned. 38. Yogis of Courtallum: The notable and revealing events in the lives of Dattatreya, Agasthya, Bhoganath, Sundarnath, Mahavathar Babaji, Mouna Swami, Vimalananda Bharathi, Trivikrama Ramananda Bharathi, Siva Chidananda Bharathi and also Sri Siddheswarananda Bharathi are described in detail. 39. Kali Siddhulu: The historical and mythological stories of Kali Matha and her devotees are narrated in this. No such book other than this about Kali is written in Telugu so far. The descent of Kali is described. The incidents like waking up of Lord Vishnu for slaining Asuras, Madhu and Kythaba from Chandi Sapthasathi, Kali on Lord Siva came out during Universal Devastration and different forms of Kali are visualised in this. Many unknown aspects of the devotees of Kali like, Kalidasa, Tenali RamaKrishna, Mathyendranath, Myravana, Naraka are clearly narrated. The prominent and appealing incidents in the lives of Trilinga Swami, Kenaram Aghori cause astonishment. Along with the revealing incidents in the lives of RamaKrishna Paramahamsa, Ram Prasad, Naga Mahasaya, Anandamayi Matha, Ananada Tagore, Mulugu Papayaradhyalu, Bhairavi Brahmani etc, the sadhanas of Siddheswarananda Bharathi in his past births and how Swamiji rose up to the heights in Kali Sadhana in this birth and also about his Co-Sadhakas are described.


He compiled all Kali Sahasras, Astotharas, Kavachas already written previously to make it a complete book on Kali. There are many songs and poems in praise of Kali in it. The methods of Kali Sadhana and Manthras are mentioned. The different incidents about the descend of Kali in various places are also written. One can notice Swamiji’s relations with Brindavan, Kamakhya, Kasi Kshetra and his harmonious association with the Sadhakas there.

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