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Dr.Kumar Annavarapu-A
Faith-driven and focused motivator
By Mahadev Desai
Dr.Kumar PVHN Annavarapu from Hyderabad,India.is in Atlanta for
a few months to promote his deeply researched books on India’s
much revered saint,Sadguru Sri Sai Baba of Shirdi. He is a
renowned and prolific long standing journalist,author,and Editor
,research scholar, a sought- after speaker and an ardent devotee
of India’s spiritual icon Shirdi Sai Baba.
Humble and self-effacing, 42 year old Dr.Kumar has an enviable
and blazing academic and professional track record- an
M.A.(History);M.A.(Sociology);M.Philosophy;Ph.D in
Journalism,BL(Law).,and P.G.Diploma in Public Relations.
Multi-linguist Dr.Kumar is fluent in English, Hindi,Telugu and
Sanskrit and has travelled widely to all the countries of
European Union ,Singapore, Malaysia, and parts of USA; and is
the recipient of prestigious Awards and Honors.
He has edited over 30 books, written over 800 articles and
essays on education related subjects,leadership,health topics,
current affairs etc. The prolific author has already published
30 books on personality development and empowerment topics
ranging from Life Enlightenment, Lifetime Success, and Lessons
to Success,contentment;various competitive examinations Guidance
books as well as Shirdi Sai Books- a planned series of 108
books. The unique project was implemented in 2008 with Sai
Balasiksha(for children) Saisudha Amrutham(Nectar of
Teachings)Sai Vikasa Tarangini(Rhythms of Teachings)and Shirdi
Sai Album, to name a few.
Sai Vikasa Tarangini, in English, is aimed for regular and easy
recitation by children and adults alike. The book, in attractive
color print has 365 episodes of Sri Sai’s profound teachings and
core values which can lead a devotee to self-realization.
The Lord Shirdi Sai Album by Dr.Kumar and Rajeswari Annavarapu
is a sumptuous 19x13”, and 206 pages Album with breathtaking
photographs of majestic marble deity of Lord Shirdi Sai
Baba,crowned and garlanded and sitting on an ornate golden seat
in a calm, blissful repose, with a gentle smile on his lips and
love radiating all around from his entire being. The first
edition of this captivating album, in both Telugu and
English(P.N.S.Datta Sarma)has been published by Vidya Graphics
Pvt.ltd in October 2010.The album has wealth of information and
nuggets of Sri Sai Baba’s time-tested wisdom. It has information
on Shirdi village-a place of faith, where Sri Sai Baba lived and
delivered his universal slogan of “Shradda
Saboori”(Faith,Patience);and Saibaba Samadhi Temple, prior to
installation of the idol of Sri Sai Baba;rare historic pictures
of Shirdi village during Sai Baba’s time, the neem tree under
which he sat and prayed; and also pictures of Sai Baba’s
personal belongings. All this makes it a worthy album to acquire
and treasure. It would also make a priceless gift.
Here is one of thetender, touching and reassuring sayings of Sai
Baba: “Connect my vision to your eyes, Embrace your mind with my
heart, Combine your voice with mine, Then my name you recite is
heard as your heart beat, The prayer begins in two voices, ends
in one, The beating of two hearts responds in the same way, The
feeling of ‘you’ and ‘I’ is destroyed and ‘We’ are united.”
In his laudatory remarks, one of Atlanta’s well –known and
respected and multi-talented, Dr.P.V.Rao of Emory University
said, “His educational background, leadership qualities and
desire to serve the fellow citizens are an asset to any society.
As a journalist, as an author, as an expert in the area of youth
education. He has contributed immensely. A quick look at his
resume convinces any one that here is an extraordinary man
seeking to contribute to the welfare of the community. His
dedication to the goals he set for himself, along with his
spiritual and educational qualifications, would encourage any
community to offer him warm welcome . He is a goal setter and
hard worker. “
Currently he is residing in Cumming, Georgia, with his wife
Rajeswari, son Sai Sameer and daughter Sai Vidya ,but intends to
return to India after a few months. He is founder, publisher and
Chief Editor of ‘Vidya’ a fortnightly magazine in Telugu, on
education, employment and success. Mrs. Rajeswari, 33,,M.A.(Linguistics)
is the Executive Editor. They have been publishing ‘Vidya
’magazine for the past 16 years. The magazine commands a great
circulation among the youth, Colleges and Universities.
For copies of the above mentioned publications, please visit
www.humanlifefoundation.in ;
www.saividyafoundation.com ; or
www.vidyamagazine.com
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