Question:

There is indiscipline even amongst those living in the proximity of Mahatmas. One even finds them falling prey to jealousy and vying with each other for 'impressing' the Mahatmas; Whereas, in (name of a popular personality mentioned) this place everything is conducted in a highly disciplined manner. Why is it so?

Sri Swamigal:

The reason for maintenance of discipline in some places, like the one mentioned, is not just administrative capability but because people have been brain washed! They are mass-hypnotised or mass-mesmerized! So there appears to be discipline in these places. Most of the real Mahatmas, however, do not interfere in administrative matters. Nor do they expect anyone to accept them foolishly. In fact, a real Mahatma expects a rational behaviour on the part of those who come to him. Due to their deep compassion for the ignorant people they (the Mahatmas) even give them the freedom to contradict their views.
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Question:

Does one who abuse them (Mahatmas) suffer?

Sri Swamigal:

It depends on each one's (Mahatma's) status. As far as I am concerned I always pray for the good of even those who abuse and create troubles for me.
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Question:

Very frequently you conduct mahotsavas (grand religious festivals). Are they for the welfare of the world?

Sri Swamigal:

I conduct such mahotsavas frequently, through our SatSangam, only so that those who come to the Lord of this place with faith, chant Hari Naama, generation after generation, and reap all benefits, worldly and spiritual.
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Question:

Can everyone learn Sanskrit?

Sri Swamigal:

Yes, of course! anyone can learn this language. There is no restriction placed in this matter.
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Question:

What is Siddha form of medicine? Has this been formulated by Siddhas? Who are Siddhas?

Sri Swamigal:

When one gets initiated into certain 'mantras' through a 'Guru' and the japa of these mantras are done continuously for a long period, a liquid, akin to the saliva, is produced from below the tongue. This keeps oozing out always. Some even call it 'amritham'. When this happens they are able to prescribe medicines for various diseases. Such medication is called siddha vaidya or siddha form of medicine.
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Question:

I enjoy my family and this world. I fear that I would lose these once I gain (spiritual) Knowledge!

Sri Swamigal:

There is absolutely no need to entertain any such fear! Only on the attainment of true Knowledge can a person really enjoy everyone and everything. This is the very reason that Srimad Bhagavatham which describes Sri Krishna as Brahma Gnani also describes him as 'Rasika Sikhamani' (one who enjoys and appreciates everything around).
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