The Aura in the Sky – By Noor Rahim One sees the aura of the season on the horizon Bringing the message of Peace and Harmony among humans For no matter what Faith you follow; its’ sure to awaken The message of peace, harmony & goodness; which is a given   The smooth and harmonious carols that herald the season Lulls you to that feeling of longing and anticipation And your mind does revert to Family, Kith & Kin; and Friends As you listen and reminisce you soon forget the cold wintry winds   It reminds you of the universal feeling of giving and togetherness A time of reminiscing and perpetuating good thoughts, wishes and feelings May you all receive the Good Lords’ “Blessings” Regardless of caste, creed or religion   In the furor of our merry making and celebrations Let us not forget our devout supplication/obeisance To the Good ...

Read More →

eLanka Newsletter – 7th December 2022 – 2nd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “BORN TO BE BLUE” – by Des Kelly Super Agers-by Dr Harold Gunatillake The Burgher Association Australia Summer 2022 Bulletin issue Two Sri Lankans in Victoria’s Cricket XI …Hallelujah! – By Michael Roberts Kalinga Weerakkody – Introducing an Innovative Style of Singing & Music Announcement INNER CALM A User’s Guide to Tranquility Meditation VISHARADA BANDARA ATHAUDA MOST HUMBLE MODEST MUSIC LECTURER, VIOLINIST, VOCALIST IN A GLITTERING CRUISE FOR OVER FORTY NINE YEARS – By Sunil Thenabadu ‘Malays of Sri Lanka’: Story of a vibrant culture, people How Do You Handle Teenagers? | Sadhguru Who are the six best doctors in the world (sent to eLanka by a member) A rare interview with Carl Muller on Channel 1 MTV’s Nothing Personal (2007) LIVING TO MANAGE ...

Read More →

Birthday Blessings – Dr Harold Gunatillake – By Noor Rahim The years roll by so quickly; and only you know how But to us, we know that your heart is set in helping others in every way, & how You certainly assist us with all in the medical information know-how With a sincere heart and relevant information in simple jargon – that’s how   Back to your roots is what you crave A journey from “down under” to the Land of the Brave Your information on Medical advise has always been the rave But, Doc. We shall always look out for your newsletters & talks on the airwave   “May The Almighty shower his choicest Blessings on you & your family”     Noor Rahim                    7th December 2022 ...

Read More →

Poverty & Empathy – by Noor Rahim   (01 October 2022) We see so much of this phenomenon called poverty, today In this World that boasts of plenty But many folks around the World do live in dire straits And undoubtedly it is a reality   Some are due to misfortune and unforeseen calamity And yet some through their own fault, & fallacy And some indulging in unwanted fantasies And plunging down into the chasm of a dark alley   As fellow human beings, to assist the unfortunate do we rally Thinking foremost of sympathy and charity But, these two feelings are really superficial and meaningless Unless you link them with the key word of “EMPATHY”   Yes, for a more meaningful exhibit of alleviating “Poverty” We have to fill in the shoes of the downtrodden, to understand why they have fallen, this way The raise him up in a way ...

Read More →

Poverty – the scourge that has the World in its’ grip – By Noor Rahim Almighty God created our lives in equality Born free & live free was the concept renowned That now remains in the animal domain without much rivalry But we Homo sapiens build in their domain – chased & killed But “live free” is the portion that affects our lives quality For God helps those who help themselves is the edict   Without means, there is no sustenance of life, is the cry This requires the shedding of sweat and toil to a life, as desired But this needs determination & will to lead a life comfortably The fortunate are born with wealth inherited And to most, earning as they go along in accordance with their ability But made aware of the saying “Cut your coat, according to the cloth” is what is said   But to ...

Read More →

The Catastrophes that plagues “The Resplendent Isle”- by Noor Rahim   As the human race becomes wiser; with the advancement in the Technical & Medical fields, one would expect to live a life sans the catastrophes that we are faced with currently – on such a regular and devastating basis. The result of such disasters are inconceivable; and appear to be threatening humanity and Mother Earth with such deadly impact and so regularly. Not a day goes by without one hearing of such disasters occurring in some part of the World today – Be it environment, diseases, spiritual, political or moral decay. Most of them being self-inflicted or the product of mankind, in the quest of satisfying their “material greed”. The question that one must ask or seek answers to is – “Are we individually or collectively responsible or are we subscribing to these debacles/mayhem, that we face today?” In ...

Read More →