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[edit] Major Cleanup Needed

A warning to the current editors: It appears that quite some time ago, one of the less observant editors copied the entire article and pasted it into the existing article, resulting in a doubling of the text. Please get this cleaned up ASAP. If not done in 24 hours, I will make some major changes which are not likely to please everyone.... Varoon Arya 17:57, 7 November 2007 (UTC)

The reduplicated text has been removed. More changes to come. Varoon Arya 15:50, 9 November 2007 (UTC)
The references section has been scrapped (see below). The lead has been cleaned up and linked. Varoon Arya 21:33, 9 November 2007 (UTC)
The article is still of poor quality - especially considering the potential the title promises. I think the best course of action would be to write separate sections on how agnihotra is performed in different traditions. Right now, the method being presented is 'fringe' as far as mainstream Hinduism goes. I am willing to write a section on agnihotra in the modern Arya Samaj (I have a good deal of literature on it). Perhaps others would be willing to contribute the same for other traditions? Varoon Arya 17:47, 11 November 2007 (UTC)



[edit] Placing Modern "Homa Agnihotra" in context


I am an Australian researcher looking into the modern "Homa Agnihotra" method as taught by Shree Gajanan Maharaj of Akkalkot, Maharashtra. This method was "revealed" in approximately the late 1960's. I understand that a number of groups in India are teaching in his tradition. I am familiar with the work of current teacher Shree Vasant Paranjpe who took up the work when Gajanan passed away in approx mid 1980's. Thus, I choose to refer to the method that I am familiar as the "GAJANAN-VASANT HOMA METHOD OF SUNRISE AND SUNSET AGNIHOTRA".

The "Gajanan-Vasant Method" is promoted as a scientific and non-religious practice and is taught in many cultures. The method as taught by Shree Vasant Paranjpe is the method that has been adopted on a large scale in Peru in South America, where it has been adopted by a number of regional governments as the basis of organic farming practices known as HOMA FARMING. The method of HOMA MEDICINE has also been adopted by mainstream South American health clinics, hospitals and medical practitioners.

I am keen to participate in discussions that can more clearly identify the formal lineages of Agnihotra teaching, and precise methods of practice. I have a number of REFERENCE DOCUMENTS on the "Gajanan-Vasant Homa Method of Sunrise and Sunset Agnihotra" which are available from my website: www dot beam dot to slash homaservices

Please feel free to contact me directly via email: chris dot poynton at gmail dot com

Thank you ... Chris Poynton (talk) 00:38, 18 November 2007 (UTC)




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MODERN METHOD OF AGNI

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[edit] "Modern Method of Agnihotra"

Since 1990 I am performing Agnihotra with regularity & in touch with Madhavashram, Bhopal also. After going through the letter of Mr.Poynton, I observe that as a researcher, he has very meager information about Agnihotra which they call "Homa" & therefore, I thought to put some words on his letter.

Today or nowadays, the propagation of Agnihotra which we are narrating was already known to Shree M.G.Potdar Saheb from 1963 when he was residing at Bhopal. In the same year i.e. 1963, he gets the 1st Agnihotra performed through Mr.Hiralal Sharma, a priest who afterwards became his associate in propagation work of Agnihotra Therapy. After getting 1st Agnihotra Performed, with an idea to get this method or therapy known to the entire World, get the same printed as an article and this is that article which became publicity campaign for Mr.Vasant Paranjpe & Shree Gajanan Maharaj. In other words, it can be said that Mr. Vasant Paranjpe & Shree Gajanan Maharaj simply propagated the method of Agnihotra which in original the whole-sole property of Shree M.G.Potdar Saheb and therefore it is very clear that modern Sunrise-Sunset Agnihotra which so many propagators are propagating, Mr. Paranjpe too is one of them. From 1963 to 1968 ,Shree Potdar Saheb took different kind of experiments i.e. agriculture, psycho-therapy etc. from all angles and after getting desired results as per his expectations he established an institute on 15th Feb.1968 titled as Satya Dharma Prachar Prachar and through this institute he started propagation of Agnihotra. Interestingly, this institute was not registered that time. Right from inception of this institute, Smt. Nalini Madhavji is director of this institute & disciple of Shree Potdar Saheb. Shree Gajanan Maharaj used to advise his disciples to be in contact with Shree Potdar Saheb in person or through correspondence to have knowledge of this method & among these disciples, Mr.Vasant Paranjpe was one of them It is pertinent to mention that only on request of Shree Potdar Saheb, Shree Gajanan Maharaj started practice Agnihotra from 1973 onwards. Mr.Paranjpe met Shree Potdar Saheb at Ujjain inFeb.1970 & started Agnihotra from 3rd March 1970.For about six months he propagated the Agnihotra Therapy under the constant direction of Shree Potdar Saheb at Belgaon, Karnataka. Afterwards, Mr.Paranjpe completely broke down contacts with Potdar Saheb and proceeded to USA. In USA he propagated Agnihotra therapy as his own version and without giving any credit to Shree Potdar Saheb who actually was the stall ward of this Agnihotra method. The Agnihotra Therapy which was called method, formulae at the time of propagation by various propagators is/was being performed by peoples of all origin. Whether he/she may be Hindu, Muslim, Christian or belonging to any other Caste. All the people accepted the importance of Agnihotra, adopted it in their lifestyles without any heave of caste, religion, culture e.g. In 1974 Shree Potdar Saheb left this world but I am the witness of his letters which he correspond during 1968 to 1974. And therefore, I conclude that Mr.Poynton has to undertake deep research of this Agnihotra Therapy. He at present possess very little knowledge of a very vast subject and if he is really interested to secure positive thing of Agnihotra, then he can contact Smt.Nalini Madhavji, Director, Satya Dharma Prachar Prasar(trust) which now has been registered and whose H.Q. is at Bhopal. The address is-

Mahanubhav Shri Madhavji Sansthan (Public Charitable Trust) Madhavashram, Sehore Road, Bairagarh, BHOPAL 462035 M.P. INDIA.

phone:0755-2641403, mob.9827052445,email:drpotdar@satyam.net.in --Pradeep khanzode (talk) 03:33, 26 December 2007 (UTC)

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[edit] NPOV

I added an NPOV (as well as essay entry) tag to the article, as it simply isn't up to snuff. The article makes no distinction whatsoever between traditional Agnihotra and modern interpretations (Shrii, etc.) of the same. Claims are stated as facts, and the style is entirely unencyclopedic. I am working on getting all this and more cleaned up, and anyone who has sourced and reliable information are more than welcome to contribute their raw data or suggestions for inclusion below. Varoon Arya 16:16, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Agnihotri (Name)

This information has been moved to its own article. See Agnihotri. Varoon Arya 15:48, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

[edit] 'References'

Editors: A references section is not a bibliography. Save this section for sources used in the creation of the article.

I realize that someone spent a lot of time compiling this list, however. Therefore I will include it here for research purposes. Varoon Arya 15:57, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

  • ENGLISH
  • 1. In Search Of Happiness: M.G.Potdar (1959)
  • 2. Dharma-Path(Lessons in Religion): M.G.Potdar (1963:First Book on Agnihotra)
  • 3. The Last Step : M.G.Potdar
  • 4. Agnihotra(Rites & Rituals) : M.G.Potdar (1963)
  • 5. Founder Of New Era : Nalini Madhavji
  • 6. Agnihotra for equiibrium for nature and enhancement of human life : Manohar Potdar.
  • 7. Agnihotra : Scientific Prespective : Col. M. Deshpande and Manohar Potdar.
  • 8. Essence of Vedas : Dr. Shreekant Rajimwale.
  • 9. Agnihotra: The Vedic Solution for Present-Day Problems - M S alias Baburaoji Parkhe
  • 10. Agnihotra - Farming methods : Dr. Shreekant Rajimwale
  • 11. Agnihotra : Folder
  • 12. Anadi ( Institute's Newsletter )
  • 13. Satya Dharma Praneta ( Brief life sketch of SHREE ) : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 14. Agnihotra audio cassettee
  • 15. Sandeshta The Messenger : Manohar Potdar
  • 16. At His Lotus Feet : V.G. Apte
  • MARATHI
  • 1. Sapta-Shloki : M.G.Potdar (1968)
  • 2. Sukhaachyaa Shodhaat : M.G.Potdar (1964)
  • 3. Dharma-Paaath : M.G.Potdar (1964)
  • 4. Shevatche Paaul : M.G.Potdar (1975)
  • 5. Agnihotra : Jayant Potdar
  • 6. Agnisampada - Agnihotra : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 7. Devayan : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 8. Satya Dharma Praneta ( Brief life sketch of SHREE ) : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 9. Agnihotra : Folder ( Rites Rituals )
  • 10. Agnihotra Sheti Padhati : Dr. Shreekant Rajimwale
  • 11. Vaishwanar Avataar ( Complete Biography of SHREEJI): Dr. Shrikantjimaharaj Rajimwale
  • 12. Agnihotra Tejaswi Jiwanache Rahasya : V. G. Apte
  • 13. Nave Jag : V.G. Apte
  • HINDI /
  • 1.Sapta Shloki(Dharmaadesh) : M.G.Potdar (1957)
  • 2.Bhramar-Gaan : M.G.Potdar (1961)
  • 3.Aakhiri Kadam : M.G.Potdar (1962)
  • 4.Math Mandir Masjid Gurudwara : M.G.Potdar (1962)
  • 5.Sukh Ki Khoj Mein : M.G.Potdar
  • 6.Dharma-Paath : M.G.Potdar (1963)
  • 7.Paramsadguru : M.G.Potdar (1973)
  • 8.Mahanubhav Ka Adbhut Darshan : Jayant Potdar (1967)
  • 9.Satya Dharma Se Satya Dharma Tak : Nalini Madhavji
  • 10.Hum To Ishwar Sewak Hain (a guide to Agnihotra Teachers) : M.G.Potdar (1972)
  • 11.Agnihotra : Jayant Potdar (1981)
  • 12.Sahab : Nalini Madhavji (1982)
  • 13.Bhagwaan Parshuram : Jayant Potdar (2000)
  • 14.Dharma-Paath Ke Saar-Vachan : M.G.Potdar
  • 15.Agnihotra-Krishi : Jayant Potdar
  • 16.Devayan : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 17.Agnihotra : Folder ( Rites Rituals )
  • 18.Agnisampada : Agnihotra : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 19.Agnihotra  : V. G. Apte
  • 20.Nayee Duniya SHREEJI's Quotes : V. G. Apte
  • KANNADA
  • 1. Agnihotra : Jayant Potdar
  • 2. Agnihotra : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 3. Devayan : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 4. Agnihotra : Krishi ###
  • 5. Agnihotra : Folder ( Rites Rituals )
  • TELGU
  • 1. Agnisampada - Agnihotra : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 2. Devayan : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 3. Satya Dharma Praneta ( Brief life sketch of SHREE ) : S.K.Kulkarni
  • 4. Agnihotra : Folder ( Rites Rituals )
  • TAMIL / MALYALAM
  • 1. Magilchiyai Theduingal : M.G.Potdar
  • 1. Agnihotra for Equilibrium of Nature and Enhancement of Human Life : Manohar Potdar.
  • 2. Agnihotra : Folder ( Rites Rituals ) —Preceding unsigned comment added by Varoon Arya (talk • contribs) 15:55, 9 November 2007 (UTC)