During eve of X'mas I had a prayer in my house. Most of my thianam and thevaram class members came for the function.
Inspite of the busy, Monday working day, many turn out to my house including my mother, brothers' family and children. My Thianam sir came on time with his wife. Our family members was very happy to invite them.
Once, majority of the members were in, our sir started the function, by lighting the 'vilaku' (used in prayers) and the 'thiba arathanai'.
We all sat down and my elder brother Mr. Manimurasu @ Sri started the thevaram songs, we followed behind. Later, mami aunty continued with the Perumal songs (since it was on 'Vaikudam Ekathesi' Day) (Indians believe, if stay awake on this special day, once we die, we can go to Heaven and our karmas are forgiven).
Almost 1 hour, we all sang the thevaram songs and end by sivapuranam. Evey members was singing and deeply praying to god. Atmosphere was very fine, no disturbance, not even a phone rang. Towards the end, again thiba arathanai shown and 'thiruniru' (white ash) was distributed to all.
As a remembrance a souvenior was given to the participants. A short speech was given by our Sir encouraging each member to take turns to conduct a similar prayer in their house.
The function ends with a light refreshment and cookies.
We take this opportunity to thanks all members and sir who makes this function a meaningful one. Thank you again.
