Statue of peace srinagar

Home Minister Amit Shah on this occasion, said "Sri Ramanuja, the proponent of Vishishtadvaita was an epic personality who always longed for the creation of an equitable society and the 'Statue of Peace' of Swamy Ramanujacharya will bring peace and blessings in Kashmir and will take people of Kashmir towards development and peace. One more statue of Swamy Ramanujacharya will be inaugurated in Gujarat next year he added. Swami Ramanujacharya, commonly known as Ramanuja, was born in 1017 in Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu. He is one of the most influential Tamil-Hindu theologians, philosophers, and saints in Hinduism. He is considered to be one of the most influential thinkers in India's history. It was due to his efforts that there was a revival in Hinduism after centuries of decline under Muslim rulers. He is widely regarded as the greatest among the six orthodox gurus of the Vishishtadvaita school of thought (Vaishnavism), which considers him an avatar (incarnation) of Vishnu.

In a recent progress, a ‘Statue of Peace’ of Swami Ramanujacharya carved out of marble was installed in Srinagar by Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister. Located in the Sonwar region of Srinagar, this amazing statue symbolizes peace in the Valley and also in India. The minister said that peace is once again coming back to new Jammu and Kashmir. During the ritual, the minister said that Sri Ramanuja, the advocate of Vishishtadvaita was a heroic persona who always appreciated the formation of an unbiased society. This Statue of Peace will convey the blessings and the significance of Ramanujacharya for Kashmiris of all beliefs, and will take Kashmir forward on the course of peace and growth. Shah also stated that by next year, Gujarat will have a statue of peace as well. Talking about Ramanuja, the minister said that the religious leader had an open mind, standing strongly against inequalities in society. His preaching is applicable even after thousand years. Ramanuja or Ramanujacharya was one eminent Hindu theorist and a social reformer who is recognized for initiating the Bhakti Movement in India. He was born on April 25, 1077 CE in a Tamil Brahmin neighborhood in a tiny hamlet known as Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu during the Chola period. His supporters adhered to the Vaishnava tradition and there are some important Vaishnava temples linked with Ramanuja’s practice. One of them is the Srirangam Ranganatha temple in Tamil Nadu. This website uses cookies to improve your experie...

New Delhi: Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Amit Shah unveils the 'Statue of Peace' of Swami Ramanujacharya Ji in Srinagar, J&K through video conferencing, in New Delhi on Thursday, July 7, 2022. (Photo: PIB/IANS) Srinagar, July 9 (IANS) By unveiling the “Statue of Peace” of Swami Ramanujacharya in Srinagar through video conferencing, Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, sent a strong message to the world that peace is returning fast to ‘Naya Jammu and Kashmir’, and the hate has been replaced by love and tolerance. Shah termed the “Statue of Peace” in Kashmir a very auspicious sign for the entire country, especially J&K. “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has established decisive supremacy on terror in Kashmir. He has taken development to the people of Kashmir without any discrimination,” Shah said in his speech. After the abrogation of “so-called” special status of Jammu and Kashmir on August 5, 2019, and its transition into a Union Territory, Himalayan region has witnessed tremendous development. J&K people have realised that they were misled by their so-called leaders for the 70-years by telling them that they “enjoy a special status”. In fact it was no special status but a big impediment in the way of peace, prosperity and development of the region. Union Home Minister Shah under the guidance of PM Modi, played a pivotal role in ensuring that Article 370, a temporary provision in the Constitution of India, i...

Context Recently, the Union home minister, virtually unveiled a 4-feet- tall ‘Statue of Peace’ of Swamy Ramanujacharya in Srinagar, located in a temple in the Sonwar region Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the saint’s 216-feet statue (Statue of Equality) in Hyderabad in February this year. About the Ramanuja • Saint Ramanujacharya, also known as Ramanuja, is considered to be a great thinker, philosopher and social reformer. • Swami Ramanujacharya was born in Tamil Nadu in Vikram Samvat 1017 AD. • He was the child of Keshavacharya and Mata Kantimani. • He preached Vishista Advaitavada (qualified monism). • His philosophical foundations for devotionalism were influential to the Bhakti movement. • Ramanuja is known to have revolted against the discrimination of untouchability and played a role in bringing a big change in society. • Sri Ramanuja named subjugated classes as “Thirukkulathar– Born Divine”. • He is believed to be the first Hindu acharya to initiate women into ‘sanyasa’ (renunciation of the world). • After Ramanuja’s demise, the female community of ‘sanyasinis’ faded away. • He is a follower of Vaishnavism and taught people the principles of salvation. • He wrote many books, including Sri Bhashya, Vedartha Sangraha and Bhagavad Gita Bhasya,based on his belief that is different from the teachings of Adi Shankaracharya. • He was an inspiration for mystic poets like Kabir, Meerabai, Annamacharya, Bhaktha Ramdas, Thyagaraja and many others. The Navrathnas...

Tags: • • • • Why in News? Recently, in Srinagar, Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah unveiled Swami Ramanujacharya's Statue of Peace. Who was Ramanujacharya? • Ramanujacharya was Born in 1017 in Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu. • Ramanujacharya is revered as a Vedic philosopher and social reformer. • He travelled across India, advocating equality and social justice. • He Brought the treasure of Vedic literature to the doorsteps of the common man. • Advocated the philosophy of Visistadvaitha, qualified monism. • Dispelled the Mayavada concept, the world is illusionary. • Became the preceptor of the • He was an inspiration for mystic poets like Kabir, Meerabai, Annamacharya, Bhakta Ramdas, Thyagaraja, and many others. • Initiated the concept that Nature and her resources like Water, Air, Soil, Trees, etc., are sacred and should be protected from pollution. Why it's Called Statue of Peace? • The installation of this peace statue will bring the blessings and message of Ramanujacharya to Kashmiris of all religions and will take Kashmir further on the path of peace and progress. • It would further enhance the development of the people of Kashmir without any discrimination. What is the Saint Ramanuj's Connection with kashmir? • Ramanujacharya visited Kashmir in the 11 th Century to get an important manuscript called Bodhayana Vritti, a treatise on the Brahma Sutras. • The Bodhayana Vritti had the reputation of being the most authoritative explanation of the Brahma Sutras. • His disci...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday unveiled a 4-feet-tall 'Statue of Peace'of Swamy Ramanujacharya in Srinagar, jammu and Kashmir via video conferencing. While unveiling the statue made of marble, Shah said, "Sri Ramanuja, the proponent of Vishishtadvaita was an epic personality who always longed for the creation of an equitable society". Unveiling the ‘Statue of Peace’ of Swami Ramanujacharya Ji in Srinagar, J&K via video conferencing. Shah also informed that a statue of Sri Ramanujacharya would be installed in Gujarat, next year. "Ramanuja who had a liberal approach strongly stood against disparities in society. His preaching and practices are relevant even after a thousand years. He has contributed immensely to the integrity of the country and his statue installed will send a message of peace not only to Kahmir but to the entire nation,"the Home Minister said. Shah also inaugurated a Yatri Bhavan in Srinagar, renovated with the support from Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya. Surya contributed to the rebuilding of the Yatri Bhavan for pilgrims in Srinagar. The Yatri Bhavan was in a dilapidated condition, almost reduced to a shed with no proper infrastructure for accommodating any guests. “Today is a historic moment for Bharat as a civilization,” Surya said. “Kashmir is a crowning jewel of our civilization and traditions. As a Bengalurean from the southern part of India, I have always wanted to do my bit to further the civilisational cause in Kashmir,” he said. “It ...

Synopsis He also said that by next year, Gujarat too will have a statue of peace. Talking about Ramanuja, the minister said that the spiritual leader had a liberal approach and he strongly stood against disparities in society and that his … He also said that by next year, Gujarat too will have a statue of peace. Talking about Ramanuja, the minister said that the spiritual leader had a liberal approach and he strongly stood against disparities in society and that his preaching is relevant even after a thousand years. In a recent development, a ‘Statue of Peace’ of Swami Ramanujacharya made of marble was inaugurated in During the ceremony, Shah said, "Sri Ramanuja, the proponent of Vishishtadvaita was an epic personality who always longed for the creation of an equitable society. This Statue of Peace will bring the blessings and the message of Ramanujacharya for Kashmiris of all faiths, and will take Kashmir forward on path of peace and development”. • Kolkata Bangkok Highway likely to open in coming 4 years; details inside • Delhi-Leh: Country’s highest altitude bus service is back on the road • Tokyo all set to open new Harry Potter theme park today श्रीनगर के शुरयार मंदिर में श्री यदुगिरी यतिराज मठ द्वारा स्थापित 'स्टैच्यू ऑफ पीस' स्वामी रामानुजाचार्य जी की प्रतिमा का वीडियो कॉन्फ्रेंसिंग के माध्यम से अनावरण किया। कश्मीर में स्थापित रामानुजाचार्य जी की ये प्रतिमा न केवल कश्मीर बल्कि पूरे भारत में शांति का संदेश देगी। He also said that by next year, Gujarat too will have a...