Guest guest Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 Thus Spake The Lord Devotees recite or sing the names of the Lord in two ways. One is Keerthanam and the other is Sankeerthanam. Keethanam is done individually and benefits only the devotee concerned. Sankeerthanam is done collectively for the good of the world as a whole. Sankeerthanam is the process of singing that originates from the heart, not from the lips or tongue. It is the expression of the joyous thrill that wells from the heart when the Glory of God is remembered. It is the spontaneous manifestation of inner ecstasy. No attention is paid to the blame or praise that others may give. It does not seek the admiration or the appreciation of the listeners. It is sung from one's own joy, one's own satisfaction, one's own delight. Whenever possible, you can also move along the streets, singing in chorus the name of God. This is called Nagarsankeertham in India. It awakens in all who hear and participate, the consciousness of living in the lap of God. It is done before dawn, when the East is suffused with the glow of sunrise. The day starts with the paean of praise for the Giver of Gifts, the Sustainer of Life, the Strength and the Solace. Reference: Sathya Sai Speaks; Vol. XII, P. 151-157. Sathya Sai Speaks; Vol. VIII, P. 132. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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