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Suttur, August 27, 2026: Speech should bring minds together, and people should communicate with one another with love, kindness and humility, said Sri H.B. Devanna while delivering a discourse on the 16th day of the Shravanamasa programme at Suttur Srikshetra on August 27.

Referring to the teachings of Basavanna, Sri Devanna said that gentle and compassionate speech is itself equivalent to prayer and penance. Words spoken with love, without arrogance and without hurting others, are more meaningful than mere chanting or austerities. Good thoughts and noble actions are more important than outward displays of worship and penance.

He said that every difficult experience in life can lead to positive change. Just as dawn follows the darkness of night, hardships prepare people for a better future. Difficult times make a person mentally stronger and teach the wisdom needed to face future challenges. Just as the value of light is understood because of darkness, success and happiness become more mean

Suttur, August 23, 2026: A positive perspective becomes a guiding force in life and helps individuals face difficulties with greater strength and peace of mind, said Shri H.B. Devanna while delivering a discourse on the 12th day of Shravana month at Suttur Srikshetra on August 23.

He said that the world around us appears according to the way we perceive and think about it. When the emotions of the mind are pure, the entire creation appears beautiful. The external world may remain unchanged, but our thoughts can change, and good thoughts have the power to make life beautiful.

He observed that if hatred is replaced with love, everything appears more meaningful and beautiful. There is poetry, beauty and a message for meaningful living in every aspect of life, but recognising it depends upon one’s perspective. He said that creation is shaped by vision and that when problems are viewed positively, they cease to remain merely problems and instead become opportunities.

Shri Devanna said that accepting situations with a positive attitude brings peace to life. Positive thoughts provide peace to the mind, increase the strength to face difficulties and help develop the quality of seeing goodness in everyone.

Referring to the devotion, spiritual power and miracles of Shivasharana Musuti Chowdaiah, he said these have been described in Basavaraja Vijayakavya by Shadakshadev. Musuti Chowdaiah was engaged in agriculture and slave labour by profession.

Narrating one episode from Chowdaiah’s life, Shri Devanna said that while engaged in slave labour, he is believed to have brought a dead bull back to life through the power of his devotion to Shiva. Remembering the name of Shiva, applying sacred Vibhuti and making a solemn vow, Chowdaiah demonstrated that even death must surrender before the devotion of a true devotee.

He further narrated that on one occasion, while Chowdaiah was going out to see a devotee of Shiva, a young girl died prematurely, leaving her relatives immersed in grief. On witnessing their sorrow, Musuti Chowdaiah declared that there is no downfall for the devotees of Shiva and that death has no hold at the feet of a true devotee. He then offered a unique prayer to Mahadeva and, through the influence of his Shiva Yoga, is said to have restored the girl to life.

Shri Devanna said that this miracle illustrated the depth of Chowdaiah’s devotion and the power of devotion. On another occasion, when some people wished to test Chowdaiah’s devotion to Shiva, he demonstrated Shiva consciousness even in an inanimate object. An inanimate doll was brought before him, and he declared that Shiva is present in every living being and in every object in creation. Placing his hand on the doll, he recited the Shiva Panchakshari Mantra, after which the doll is said to have come to life and begun to move.

He said that the miracles associated with Chowdaiah were not merely demonstrations of supernatural power, but symbols of surrender, devotion and unwavering faith in Shiva.

Smt. Mamata and Shri S. M. Jayaprasad, Smt. Sarvamangala and Shri H. P. Shivaprasad, Smt. K. Usha Pandit and Shri Mallikarjuna Pandit, and Smt. P. Shailaja and Shri G. M. Prakash rendered service during the programme.

The programme began with a mass prayer. Devotees and spiritual seekers participated in the discourse.

The Legal Awareness Programme on the POCSO Act and Prevention of Drug Abuse, organized for the students of JSS Residential School at Suttur Srikshetra, was inaugurated by Shri H. Shashidhar Shetty, Hon’ble District Judge and Member Secretary, Karnataka State Legal Services Authority. Other dignitaries and students are seen in the picture.

Suttur, August 23, 2026: “Legal awareness is necessary for everyone, and every citizen should have basic knowledge of their rights, duties and legal protections,” said Shri H. Shashidhar Shetty, Hon’ble District Judge and Member Secretary, Karnataka State Legal Services Authority, while inaugurating a legal awareness programme organized for the students of JSS Residential School, Suttur.

Addressing the students, Shri Shashidhar Shetty said that lack of knowledge about the law cannot be considered a solution to any problem. He stressed that basic legal awareness is essential for every citizen to understand and protect their rights and discharge their responsibilities.

He informed the students that free legal services are available through the Legal Services Authority. Referring to the increasing problem of substance abuse among youth, he cautioned that many young people are getting trapped in drug addiction and ruining their future. He urged students to stay away from drugs and, if they notice that any of their friends are becoming addicted, to bring the matter to the attention of parents or responsible elders so that timely help can be provided.

He further said that the sale of narcotic substances is a punishable offence. If students receive any information regarding the sale of narcotics, they can call 1933 and lodge a complaint, he said.

Speaking about child protection, Shri Shashidhar Shetty explained that the POCSO Act is in force to protect children from sexual offences. If any behaviour makes a child feel uncomfortable, abnormal or unsafe, it is important to immediately inform responsible parents, teachers or the concerned authorities, he advised.

He also spoke about the importance of protecting childhood, stating that a child’s early years should be meant for education, play, dreams and overall development, and not for marriage. He explained the provisions of the Child Marriage Act and said that, according to law, a woman is eligible for marriage only after attaining the age of 18 years, while a man must have completed 21 years.

Shri Nagaraj Siddappa Ankasadoddy, Senior Civil Judge and Member Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Mysuru, and Assistant Coordinator Shri Veerabhadraiah were present at the programme.

Superintendent Shri Mahadev Prasad welcomed the gathering and compered the programme.

Suttur, August 22, 2026: “Patience should be the guiding principle of life,” said Sri H.B. Devanna while delivering a discourse on the 11th day of the Shravana month observances at Suttur Srikshetra on August 22.

Sri Devanna said that a person who cultivates peace, patience and restraint in the mind can live happily and harmoniously with everyone. He observed that praise and criticism are inevitable in human life, and one should not react with anger but remain calm and composed.

Referring to the Bhagavad Gita, he said that when Arjuna tells Sri Krishna that attaining yoga in the manner described appears difficult, Sri Krishna assures him that everything is possible through continuous effort and patience.

He further illustrated the importance of patience through several examples. He said that when Dharmaraja was born to Kuntidevi, Gandhari lost patience and struck her stomach, following which the one hundred and one Kauravas were born. He also referred to the sage Kausika, who was engaged i

Five couples entered into wedlock at the 136th Monthly Mass Marriage held at Suttur Srikshetra. The newly married couples are seen in the picture along with the head of the institution.

Suttur, August 21, 2026: “There is nothing worse than arrogance,” said Sri H.B. Devanna while delivering a discourse on the tenth day of the Shravan month observances at Suttur Srikshetra on August 21.

Sri Devanna said that arrogance often arises from money, wealth, beauty and power. When a person begins to believe that he is inferior to none and superior to everyone, it marks the beginning of his downfall. Therefore, even if one possesses great wealth and status, one should live in society with humility and without arrogance, he said.

Illustrating the consequences of ego through a story, he spoke about Kalaketa Bommaiah, a 12th-century Shiva sharan. Bommaiah would wear disguises and entertain people with his humour, earning money from them. With those earnings, he would offer prasadam to the sharans who visited his home.

One day, after completing his work, Bommaiah was sitting in front of his house when a devotee approached him and asked for directions to Kinnari Bommaiah’s house. When Bo

Suttur, August 20, 2026: “A person should learn to live a better life rather than making earning the sole purpose of life,” said Sri H.B. Devanna while delivering his discourse on the ninth day of the Shravan month observances at Suttur Srikshetra on August 20.

In his discourse, Sri Devanna said that people today often treat the accumulation of money, property and wealth as the primary goal of life. However, to make life meaningful, one must learn to live without giving excessive importance to material possessions. He observed that by cultivating peace, tranquility, happiness and a spirit of coexistence, people can lead a good and fulfilling life in society.

Illustrating the importance of values through a story, he narrated the life of a poor mother who lived in a village with her two sons. From their childhood, she raised them by teaching moral stories centered on honesty, truth, non-violence, justice and other human values.

One night, a wealthy moneylender came to their house and knocked

Sri Venu Srinivasan, Honorary Chairman of TVS Motor Company, visited Suttur Srikshetra and sought the blessings of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji. Following the morning group prayer, he addressed the students of JSS School.

Students of Sanskrit Pathshala, Suttur, who won prizes in various Sanskrit competitions organized as part of the Sanskrit Festival at JSS Women’s College, Mysore, are seen with the headmaster and teachers.