Hari Om All,
This week we started our class with chanting of all Shlokas.
- We discussed the concluding part of Mahabharatha where the Pandavas go to heaven. We also discussed the great character of Yudhisthira who was willing to sacrifice heaven for the sake of a faithful dog.
- Next we started on new topic in this class - "India, the Sacred Land". There are four aspects of Indian culture that was discussed:
- Saints / Sages
- Festivals
- Temples
- Food and Costume
- Each child in the class was asked to tell the name of a Sage/Saint from India and most of them were able to tell it. We then watched a short movie on Sri Adi Shankaracharya's life and accomplishments.
- Next we started chanting "Mahishasura Mardini Stotram". We hope to continue this in the next few classes. A printed copy was provided to all the kids in the class (pdf is attached to this email).
- We then watched a short movie on "Why we Celebrate Holi" in the class followed by a brief discussion on how it's celebrated in different parts of India.
- The class concluded with Aarati and Pledge in the classroom.
Announcements:
1. Shlokathon registration is now open. Shlokathon will be on April 4, 2020 from 1-4pm. Shlokas have to be memorized. Participation points and prizes for everyone.
Thank you!
Krishna and Shasi
