Why learn Tamil?

Tamil belongs to the family of Dravidian languages. It is the official language of Indian State of Tamil Nadu, Union Territory of Puducherry, countries like Sri Lanka and Singapore. As per Britannica, significant number of Tamil speaking individuals are also found in Malaysia, Mauritius, Fiji, and South Africa. Britannica also states that in 2004 Tamil was declared as a classical language of India, meaning that it met three criteria: its origins are ancient; it has an independent tradition; and it possesses a considerable body of ancient literature.

Learning this language will give the kids an opportunity to become more culturally aware, understand and appreciate cultural differences, be closer to their roots and being multilingual develops cognitive flexibility.

Curriculum

For full details please check BTEB website. The levels run from foundation, beginner and then Year 1 – Year 8. Foundation level will be completed in two terms but from next level it will be three terms. The learning framework and examinations are designed for the learners to gain working knowledge of the language and the experience on how to use Tamil language effectively in different situations.

Examination

The examinations are usually held in June. Jeeyar Tamil School will be invigilating the exams.

Jai Srimannarayana,

• From 17th September onwards Thiruppavai Online learning sessions (Pronunciation along with meaning) will be started.
• Every Sunday 6:30 to 7:00pm *.

What is Thiruppavai?

Thiruppavai written by one and only women Azhwa:r Anda:l, in praise of Lord Vishnu consists of 30 Pasurams (verses). They aim at removing the effects of bad karma, shows us how to reach the holy feet of Supreme. Thiruppavai is said to be “Vedam Anaithukkum Vithagum” meaning seed of all Vedic Knowledge.

Thiruppavai, given to us by Andal for conducting our day to day activities, devotion, understanding the ultimate reality and attain Mukti (salvation). In just 30 verses dripping with melody, sweetness and profundity, I have learned many lessons which have a great impact on my daily life.

What’s the significance of Thiruppavai?

Goda devi came into this world to teach many values and principles that all of mankind should follow. Goda devi was sent to earth to teach some rules and ways people should follow to reach the lord. This was happening because of mankind’s ways. In the past God took many incarnations and forms to set people on the right path of life. But as hard as he tried, they weren’t listening or understanding. God was upset and Andal came to the earth to teach people, she taught us that how to love god. She also taught us that how to communicate with god himself. Andal always proved the lord in vaikuntam is same as in our home as archamurthi and same in our heart are the same being. To reach the Lord, she said to approach gurus. Goda Devis said we should follow 3 main rules while worshiping the lord.

1. Always chant the lords name.
2. Offer beautiful flowers.
3. Finally, always be in Satsang.

Now that we know all the things Andal taught us, we should implement these in our daily life. We can use the 3 ways when we worship God. To worship God at home, at the temple, service to all beings as service to god.

Why should we read Thiruppavai?

Tiruppavai is recited in honour of Andal who imparted a lot of necessary knowledge to us in very simple language through the poem.

When should I read Thiruppavai?

Thiruppavai can be chanted on all days, not just during Margazhi, although “Chanting Thiruppavai during Margazhi does have a distinct charm. It is indeed a blessing to be able to sing in temples early morning.

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Jai Srimannarayana,
From 30th Nov’23(Thu) we will be starting the classes for learning Telugu language.
This is attempt from Team JETUK to motivate as many people as possible to learn their mother tongue language.

• Course will be divided into Beginner, Intermediate and Expert levels.
• Every week exercies will be given which need to completed and sent back to the teacher.
• We are currently offerring beginner level only

Beginner Level details:

• Starting on 30th Nov’23 and planned completion by 06th Mar’24.
• Classes will happen on every Thursday from 6:30 till 7:15pm.
• Each session is of 45 mins and 12 sessions.
• Every week assignments are given and completed assignments are to be sent back to the teacher.
• By end of this course you will be learning the foundation of the language like Alphabets, Numbers, Genders, Tenses, Time, Introducing yourself in ssanskrit, few sentence speaking, Vibhakthi etc.
• 13th session will be the assessment date that is 21st March. Timing of the exam will be notified nearer to the date.
• For any questions please contact info@jetuk.org

Why to learn Telugu?

• With 75 million Telugu-speaking people and the Telugu language ranking as the 15th-most spoken language in the world, it is a great option when it comes to language learning! The number of Telugu-speaking people is only growing.

Some interesting facts about telugu language

What are the benefits of learning Telugu?

• Telugu also has a rich literary, cultural and poetical heritage. Two States of India (Telangana and Andhra Pradesh) use this language as the official State language.
• Telugu also enjoys the position of being a classical language. Many people in the Indian states of Maharashtra, Tamilnadu, Odisha, Karnataka, Punjab, and Andaman and Nicobar islands use Telugu in daily life. It is also a minority language in South Africa

Jai Srimannarayana,
We will be starting the classes for learning Sanskrit from 8 March’25 onwards.

• Course will be divided into Beginner, Intermediate and Expert levels.
• Every week exercises will be given which need to completed and sent back to the teacher.

Why to learn Sanskrit?

• Sanskrit reduces ambiguity in speaking and writing: Each word is aware of its roots and often refers back to them, resulting in a smooth relation between the word and its context. As a result, each word conveys an expression without ambiguity when used correctly in a sentence.
• The grammar of Sanskrit is so rigorous and specific in its semantic networks it has been compared to computer programming languages.

What are the benefits of learning Sanskrit?

• It promotes other languages as well. It also provides abundant knowledge on varied subjects. Furthermore, Sanskrit texts have ample knowledge of various topics, like health and medicine, astrology, mathematics, political science and much more. Besides, it is without a doubt the storehouse of knowledge and wisdom.

Beginner Level details:

• Starting on 9 March 2025 (Sunday).
• Classes will be every Sunday from 6:30 till 7:15pm.
• Each session is of 45 mins and 14 sessions (Including exam).
• Books will be posted once registered.
• Every week assignments are given and completed assignments are to be sent back to the teacher.
• For any questions please contact info@jetuk.org

Beginner Level Session and Syllabus:

1^st Class

Vowels – 1^st 4 letters, Vowel song, Numbers 1 to 10, Practise of vowels writing them

2^nd class

Vowels – 2^nd 4 letters, Vowel song, Krishna Krishna song, Numbers 11 to 20, Practise of all vowels writing them

3^rd class

Vowels – Next 4 letters, Vowel song, Numbers 21 to 40, Practise of all vowels writing them

4^th class

Vowels completion, Twinkle Twinkle in Sanskrit (Stars song), Numbers 41 to 60, Practise of all vowels writing them

5^th class

Test of all vowels, Review of words that they know in Sanskrit through common slokams

6^th class

Consonants 1^st set, Consonant song, Numbers 61 to 80, Practise of words with consonants, Practise of all vowels writing them, Explanation of Gutturals through part of the body

7^th class

Consonants 2^nd set, Consonant song, Numbers 81 to 100, Practise of words with consonants, Explanation of Palatals through part of the body

8^th class

Consonants 3^rd set, Consonant song, Animals in Sanskrit with old McDonald song in Sanskrit, Practise of words with consonants, Explanation of Cerebral through part of the body

9^th class

Consonants 4^th set, Consonant song, Animals in Sanskrit with old MacDonald song in Sanskrit, Practise of words with consonants, Explanation of Dentals through part of the body

10^th class

Consonants 5^th set, Consonant song, Animals in Sanskrit with old MacDonald song in Sanskrit, Practise of words with consonants, Explanation of Labials through part of the body

11^th class

Consonants 6^th set, Practise of vowels + Consonants, Colours in Sanskrit

12^th class

Consonants 7^th set, Practise of vowels + consonants, Practising all rhymes that they have learnt, Colours in Sanskrit

13^th class

Practise of Vowels and Consonants

14^th class

Final exam