Ancient astrology knowledge needs preservation for the future

Mangalore Today News Network

Udupi  july 16,2014:  Speaking after launching the astrology encyclopedia project envisioned by Paryaya Sri Kaniyur mutt in association with S M S P Sanskrit Research Center and Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Educational Society, Ujire,  Sri Kshethra Dharmasthala Dharmadhikari D Veerendra Heggade suggested that knowledge on astrology should be preserved for posterity, as it symbolises country’s ancient intellectual treasures.

Dharmadhikari Heggade said that the Indian intellectuals and their innovations were the base for many inventions that took place in the field of astronomy, science and mathematics across the world. However, when it came to accepting Indian intelligence, the response was different as there was insufficient evidences to prove the innovations  made by Indians.

In  these days of computers, the Indian saints and intellectuals were capable of knowing all these without the advancement in technology.  Dependency on machines are increasing. Tradition vs advanced technology is the bane today. He suggested that the astrology encyclopedia should be available online. Plans have also been made to bring out encyclopedia in volumes, as it might be useful to study astrology scientifically.  The Sanskrit Research Centre was also inaugurated by Pejawar mutt seer Vishweshatheertha Swamiji on the occasion.