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An exhibition of original photographs from the life of Mahatma Gandhi

thesangamfoundation — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:46:56 +0000

In commemmoration of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and the
Second UN International Day of Non-violence on 2 October, 2008, the Consulate General of India in Milan in association with the Comune di Milano has Organized the Exhibition of Original Photographs from the Life of Mahatma Gandhi.

The Inauguration was done by H.E. Dr. Akhilesh Prasad Singh, Indian Union Minister of State for Agriculture, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution,Government of India.

THE EXHIBITION WILL REMAIN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC DAILY FROM 17 TILL 31 October, 2008

Women in Indian Philosophical Thoughts

thesangamfoundation — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:25:58 +0000

The most important rite of the Vedic wedding ceremony is Sapatpadi. Here the bride and bridegroom take seven steps together around the nuptial fire (Agni) and make the following seven wedding vows to each other:

“With God as guide, let us take, the first step to nourish each other, the second step to grow together in strength, the third step to preserve our wealth, the fourth step to share our joys and sorrows, the fifth step to care for our children, the sixth step to be together forever, and the seventh step to remain lifelong friends, perfect halves to make a perfect whole.”

The following are quotes from other scriptures that further confirm the equality between men and women in all religious and spiritual aspects:

The critical need to protect the women during the ancient period is clearly reflected in the following verse of the Manusmriti:

“Father protects (her) in childhood, husband protects (her) in youth, and sons protect (her) in old age. A woman cannot be left unprotected.” (MS 9.3)

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1) “Unite, O Lord, this couple like a pair of lovebirds. May they be surrounded by children living both long and happy ” Atharva Veda Samhita 14.2.64

2) “Let there be faithfulness to each other until death. This may be considered as the summary of the highest law for husband and wife.” Manu Smriti 9.101

3) “May our prayers and worship be alike, and may our devotional offerings be one and the same.” Rig Veda Samhita 10.191.3

THE SANGAM FOUNDATION CULTURAL COUNCIL

thesangamfoundation — Fri, 30 May 2008 05:22:10 +0000

a. To develop, enhance and encourage continued promotion and preservation of the Indian culture and heritage among NRIs/PIOs on community, regional and global levels.

b. To facilitate increased communications, dialogue, exchanges and travel among individuals, groups and institutions involved in teaching, performing and promoting the Indian culture and heritage.

c. To actively promote the richness and value of the Indian culture and heritage by holding events in collaboration with other cultural organizations worldwide.

d. To recognize those among NRIs/PIOs/FOI who are actively involved in cultural activities and have made notable achievements, and for their community service.

MAGIC OF MONSOON – CONCERT AND WORKSHOP

thesangamfoundation — Fri, 30 May 2008 05:11:15 +0000

With great pleasure and excitement, we here under announce the next event being organised by Indian Association of Milan – ITALY. I have no iota of doubt when we proudly claim that the Monsoon Event being organised by us, is bring two prominent classical performers from India. Without doubt in several years of our association organising events, we did not have the quality of performers as we are about to witness in Monsoon event.

Around first week of JUNE monsoon sets in Southern most tip of India, and the next two months our country experiences the much awaited rains by one and all, especially the farmers, and heat effected and drought effected regions of India. It is very much appropriate, the Indians and the people involved with Indian culture also enjoy this joy and here we present a cultural evening and also a workshop - by two prominent south Indian classical performers.

RAMA VAIDYANATHAN - One of the finest Bharat Natyam dancer from India who trained under Yamini Krishnamurthy.

G S RAJAN - Flute Maestro from Malabar, who emanates brilliance of Carnatic and Hindustani classical music from his flute.

They will be accompanied by Italy based Mridangam and Tabla players

DATE - 16^TH June 2008, Monday - 20.00 to 22.00

VENUE – TEATRO SAN CIPRIANO, VIA CARLO D’ ADDA, 31 ANG. VIALE CASSALA, 20143 – MILANO

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thesangamfoundation — Tue, 20 May 2008 10:46:51 +0000

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atmano mokshartham jagadhitaya cha

आत्मनॊ मोक्षार्थम् जगद्धिताय च

Translation:

“Liberation of oneself and service to humanity”