Tamil Youth Leadership Workshop - Sydney

Tamil Youth Leadership Workshop - Self Realisation as the Foundation of True Leadership

Summary: Tamilar Non-Delusive Legacy and History refers to the rich and authentic heritage of the Tamil people, emphasizing their enduring cultural, linguistic, and historical contributions. The Tamil legacy is marked by ancient literature, temple architecture, classical arts, and a long-standing tradition of scholarship and spiritual practices. Unlike many other historical narratives that may be mythologized or exaggerated, Tamil history is rooted in well-documented achievements and a continuous cultural evolution that has preserved its essence over millennia. This legacy highlights the resilience and identity of the Tamil people, making it a non-delusive and factual account of their past.

3. சைவ ஆகமக் கோயில் அறிவியல் வழி தன்னை உணர்தல்
(Self Realization  through Saiva Agamic Temple Science )

Summary: Self-Realization through Saiva Agamic Temple Science explores the spiritual journey towards understanding one's true self within the framework of Saiva Agama traditions. Saiva Agamas are ancient scriptures that guide the rituals, worship, and temple architecture in the Shaivism tradition. These texts emphasize the importance of temple rituals, meditation, and devotion as pathways to attaining self-realization and spiritual enlightenment.
In this context, self-realization is seen as the process of recognizing the divine presence within oneself, transcending the ego, and experiencing unity with Lord Shiva. The rituals and practices prescribed by the Agamas, such as daily worship (puja), sacred chants, and meditation, are designed to purify the mind and body, leading the practitioner closer to spiritual liberation (moksha). The temple, with its symbolic architecture and ritualistic practices, serves as a microcosm of the universe, guiding devotees towards inner transformation and ultimate self-awareness.

4. தமிழ் மொழி என்பது ஓர் ஆகம அறிவியல்
( Tamil Language is an Agamic Science )

Summary: Tamil Language as an Agamic Science" suggests that the Tamil language is deeply intertwined with the principles and practices of Agamic traditions, particularly within the context of Shaivism. Agamic texts, which guide temple rituals, philosophy, and spiritual practices, are often written in Tamil, reflecting the language's sacred and scientific role in conveying spiritual knowledge.

In this view, Tamil is not merely a medium of communication but a vehicle for transmitting profound spiritual wisdom. The structure, sounds, and grammar of Tamil are believed to resonate with the cosmic principles outlined in the Agamas. Tamil's literary and poetic traditions, like the Tholkapiyam, Thirukkural and devotional hymns, are considered expressions of Agamic thought, embodying ethical teachings, spiritual truths, and pathways to self-realization.Thus, Tamil's role as an Agamic Science highlights its significance in preserving and disseminating the spiritual and ritualistic knowledge essential to the Tamil Shaivite tradition, making it an integral part of the cultural and religious identity of the Tamil people.

5. சைவ சித்தாந்த ஆகம ஏரண முப்பொருள் உண்மை
( Saiva Siddhanta Agama Logic Is The Threefold Truth )

Summary: The Threefold Truth refers to the core philosophical framework of Saiva Siddhanta, which is based on a triadic understanding of reality. This threefold truth consists of:

Pathi (God): The supreme reality, Lord Shiva, who is the ultimate cause and sustainer of the universe.
Pasu (Soul): The individual soul, which is distinct yet inherently connected to God.
Pasam (Bondage): The invisible excrement or annihilative phantom energy that binds the soul, preventing it from realizing its true nature.

Saiva Siddhanta Agamas use this triadic logic to explain the process of spiritual liberation, where the soul, through devotion and knowledge, transcends bondage to reunite with the divine, achieving moksha (liberation). This logical structure forms the foundation of Saiva Siddhanta's teachings and practices.

(6) பிற சமயத் தத்துவங்களோடு ஆகம அறிவியலை ஒப்பு ஆய்வு செய்தல்
( Examining Agama Science With Other Religious Philosophies )

Summary: To compare and contrast the principles and practices of Agama Science with those of other religious philosophies to highlight similarities and differences.

(7) தமிழர்களின் காலக் கணிய அறிமுகம்
(Introduction to Tamilar Time Prediction )

Summary: Traditional Tamil methods of predicting time and events using astrological and calendrical systems. Includes the use of Tamil Panchangam (almanac), star positions, and planetary movements.To forecast auspicious times, plan events, and guide daily activities according to celestial influences.

(8) தமிழர் அறிவியல் வெளிப்பாடுகள்
( Tamilar Scientific Revelations )

Summary: Will discuss the ancient Tamil contributions to science and technology. Includes advancements in Modern sciences, traditional practices like Siddha medicine, and architectural principles in temple design. Highlights the integration of scientific knowledge with cultural and religious practices in ancient Tamil society

(9) சைவ சமயத்தின் குறியீடுகளும் & திருவுருவ அறிவியலும் ஓர் ஆழ் உளவியல்
( Symbolism and Semiotic Science of Saivism as a  depth Psychology )

Summary:  Examines Saivism's symbols and Puranas (sacred texts) through depth psychology to understand their psychological and spiritual dimensions. Convey deeper meanings about the psyche and spiritual development (e.g., the lingam symbolizes the cosmic and the personal). Explores how Saivism's symbols and Puranas reveal and address the unconscious mind's contents and dynamics.Understands Saivite symbols and stories as expressions of archetypes that shape psychological experiences and spiritual journeys. Analyzes the signs and their meanings in Saivite rituals and Puranas. Studies how these symbols and narratives communicate complex psychological and spiritual truths. Provide allegorical and symbolic stories that reflect psychological processes and universal themes. Explore how these narratives address aspects of human experience, such as inner conflict, growth, and the quest for self-realization.

About the Resource: Dr Sivakumar Ramakrishnan - MSc. IT  MSc. Mathematics PhD (Mathematical Modeling)

Dr. Sivakumar is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics in the Department of Materials and Mineral Resources Engineering at Malaysian Science University. He began his primary education at Penang Subramania Bharathi Tamil School and obtained postgraduate degrees in Information Technology (M.Sc. IT) and Mathematics (M.Sc. Mathematics), as well as a PhD in Mathematical Modeling. His research expertise includes Engineering Mathematical Modeling, Design of Experiments, Hermeneutic Logic, and Cognitive Mathematical Science.

Dr. Sivakumar has published more than 50 research articles in international journals and authored several research books and book chapters. His book, Tamilar Hermeneutic Logical Wisdom of Time, is divided into two volumes: 1) The Science of Physical Time and 2) The Science of Psychological Time, comprising a total of 56 Tamil scientific researches over 950 pages. This work is considered a revival of Tamil science.
He has also mathematically formulated the Tholkappiya Basic Linguistic Competence and developed a strategy for transferring it to intelligent agents in his doctoral thesis. To promote Tamil globally, he is working on translating the fundamental linguistic elements of Tholkappiya, which he believes could be foundational for modern global languages. Additionally, he is investigating linguistic and cultural research that supports the Sumerian language as a derivative of archaic Tamil.

The Agamic Baum Test, originally developed by Tamil psychological scholar Dr. Loganathan, has undergone rigorous improvements and is now copyrighted as the Loganathan & Sivakumar Baum Test Analysis. Dr. Sivakumar regularly conducts workshops on the Agamic Baum Test for school counsellors and social volunteers through the Agamic Science Center.He is also the Religious Life Education Curriculum Coordinator at Penang Suya Meiyarivagam, a self-knowledge organization operating in Penang for over 25 years. This program benefits approximately 150 elementary and secondary school students each year. Penang Suya Meiyarivagam, a non-governmental organization, has trained more than 5,000 students in the Tamil traditional way of life to date.

Dr. Sivakumar provides training to teachers, university students, and primary and secondary school students on various topics, including religion, language, holistic life education, and Siddha medicine.