Pathirikai No. 2 21st November 2011

Pathirikai No. 2 21st November 2011
Pathirikai No. 2 21st November 2011
News Headlines
A Salutary start for Pathirikai
What does Pathirikai offer to you?
Family Day de L'Union Tamoule de
Maurice
Is 11/11/11 tied to the Mayan Prophesy?
Sri-Lanka humiliated in Australian
Conference
Interview Du Personalité Du Mois - Dr
Jeeven Chemen
Top 12 tips for Attending Interviews
Training Opportunities in Mauritius
OPINION : Une approche rationnelle de
nos traditions
Significance of a Betel Leaf in Indian
weddings
Ellaarum Vanakkam,
Let me welcome you again to this second
edition of Pathirikai. At the moment of
writing this editorial note, the number of
hits to Pathirikai.com has already exceeded
1500. After only two weeks of its launching
on 26 th October 2011, readers of Pathirikai
crossed already 1000 hits. This shows a sign
of good health and gives us lot of hope for
the future of this young e-paper. The Tamil
: A Salutary start for Pathirikai
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La Langue Tamoule a Maurice
Greatness of Thirukural
Beauty Tips
Recette Cari Vendyon de Aca Ouma
Recette Idli de Sheeba
Horoscope for December 2011
L’enfant et le chien
Fitness for the Elders
Derniere Nouveauté en Médecine : Le
Citron
Aspirin Therapy
V.R. Moodeliar an Indian Nationalist in
Mauritius (1865-1876) by Dr S.J. Reddi
Thoughts of Wisdom : Who am I by Naden
community in Mauritius and abroad is eager
of sharing their thoughts and they find in
this tool, a perfect means of doing so. We
have been acclaimed by bhaktens in various
part of the world, such as France, UK, India,
Morocco, Algeria, Sri-Lanka, Indonesia,
Singapore and our neighbour Reunion. This
has been made possible with the beauty of
the Internet technology which renders
Pathirikai.com an interactive platform
where readers not only take cognizance of

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happenings but also react to opinions
formulated by editors and participate in
discussion forum.
We introduce in this edition our logo
depicting a betel leaf with a pair of areca
nuts and a set of coins. Our elders will recall
that invitations in the old days were
performed using ‘pak – betel’ and this was
accompanied with a printed sheet of paper
of usually yellow colour, referred to as
Pathirikai. Thus the association of the betel
leaf with our journal Pathirikai. Pathirikai is
therefore an invitation to you to participate
and to contribute your share to the
community. Never get discouraged and
never let yourself down. All effort pays at
last. We just don’t know when it will pay.
Our logo was designed by Miss Vanessree, a
young graduate in Graphics Design who has
graciously offered her services to Pathirikai.
I take this opportunity to express my
regards and gratitude to Miss Vanessree (Email
add. dayanadost@hotmail.fr). In this
context we are pleased to explain to you
the virtues and significance of the betel leaf
in our Culture section of this journal. Just as
this tradition of betel leaf and areca nuts,
there are lots of traditional practices that
we are used to, without really knowing its
significance. What is your opinion on “unexplained”
traditions? One of our writers
gives his opinion on this subject.
Tamils are closely associated with their
cultures, traditions and its language. In this
edition we are focusing on the Tamil
language, both spoken and written. If a
language is not spoken, it is a dead
language. That’s why we speak of mother
tongue or ‘langue’ in French to refer to the
speaking organ. In this context, Dr Jeeven
Chemen, Chairman of the Tamil Speaking
Union, has gracefully accepted our
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invitation for an interview. We note with
admiration that Dr Chemen is doing a
marvelous work in promoting the Tamil
Spoken
language in
Mauritius. In
his interview
carried out by
Mrs Kobashni
Pillay, he talks about the challenge he took
months ago in carrying a mass training
programme across Mauritius which has
been attended by hundreds of people of
various origins. We have also put some
notes on Tamil Language and its integration
in the Mauritian context. For instance, did
you know that ‘Catamaran’ emanates from
the tamil language? Likewise there are
many words that we use every day without
knowing that they offshooted from the
Tamil dialect. Tamil is one of the longest
surviving classical languages in the world. It
has been described as “the only language of
contemporary India which is recognizably
continuous with a classical past” and having
“one of the richest literatures in the world”.
Pathirikai, being a comprehensive journal,
also addresses other concerns of the
community. In this edition we talk about
measures to be taken by cardiac-risk
patient. Mr Shiv Narainen, a cardiac nurse
specialist, working in the UK for decades,
explains to us the Aspirin Therapy and its
incidence on heart attacks, strokes, and
blood clot formation. As we have always
been advised-physical exercise will do us
more good than harm, we are enclosing a
guide on physical exercises for our elders.
Mr Soopaya Caulee, who is a physical
instructor, has kindly accepted to
contribute his expertise to Pathirikai.

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For you ladies and traditional food lovers
we bring to you this time a "Cari Madras" :
Cari vendyon a la maniere de aca uma and
an Idli recipe from Sheeba, as well as
horoscope compiled by Rageenee.
For the young, now that exams are over,
some of you will be trying your luck for
some jobs. We recommend that you read
carefully our advice on attending interviews
and how to put all the chances on your side.
As promised in our previous edition we talk
about training opportunities for those not
opting for high-level university courses.
Having problems with funding your studies?
No worry! We show you how you may
address this critical issue. And for those
who are fond of mysteries, we explain the
mysterious date that just passed by 11 th
Nov. 2011. Is it really a mystery? Is it linked
What does Pathirikai offer to you?
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to the Mayan Prophesy or is it just another
date gone by like the year 2000?
In the 'Divers' section, Dr Sadasivam
Jaganada Reddi, reputed historian, tells us
the history of V. Rajarethnum Moodeliar -
an indian nationalist. Pathirikai is grateful to
Dr S.J. Reddi for his valuable contribution.
Read about all these in this second edition
of Pathirikai.
We wish you good reading. Don’t forget to
bookmark the address!
Vazhga Pathirikai!
Nandri Vanakkam.
D. Venethethan
Chief Editor,
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Actualités
“It is a right and duty of the wise ones to purify the strong by teaching them their duties and to strengthen the
weak by teaching them their rights.”
Subrahmanya C. Bharati quote
Actualités Locale
Family Day de L'Union Tamoule de Maurice
Actualités Internationale
What's so special about the 11th Nov. 2011
Is 11/11/11 tied to the Mayan Prophesy?
Sri-Lanka humiliated in Australian Conference
Family Day de L'Union Tamoule de Maurice
L’Union Tamoule De Maurice organise Un FAMILY DAY le
Dimanche 27 Novembre dans la cour du Plaza-Rose Hill de 10 hrs
à 18 hrs .Lors d'une reunion tenue à son siege à Coromandel ,le
President Mons Ganessen Annavee a d'emblée fait resortir que
l'objectif de ce FAMILY DAY et de passer une journée en détente
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et en même temps rassembler les tamoules de tous les coins de Maurice .
Des nombreuses activités sont prévus lors de cette journée récréative .Le President et le
Secrétaire Mons Pecheemootoo Curpen ont invité les associations tamoules de l'ile de
participer dans la fête .L'occasion sera donnée à tous de presenter des chants ,danses et
sketchs .Des échoppes seront prevues pour la vente des mets et objets traditionels .Madame
Yegumbal Seerungen,responsable de l'aile feminine de L'Union Tamoule, a lancé un appel aux
associations des dames pour participer dans la préparation et vente des mets .Pour les enfants ,
il y aura des séances de maquillage et un aire de jeux dans la cour de Plaza est aussi prevu
.Mons Keshwanaden Varaden dit compter beaucoup sur la mobilisation des jeunes .
Le clou de la journée sera un concert dans l'après midi à partir de 14 hrs 30 avec la participation
des artistes de renom dont Yen Kannama,Sky Crew,Mevis Veeramundar,Dravididian Sound
,Sargam Musical Orchestra,Groupe Lataniers ,Mont Roches Tamil Band and Q Bornes Musical
Group .
Mons Annamalay éblouira l'assistance par des tours de magie .
La sonorisation sera assurée par Ané Rouben Ramen.
Des reunions seront tenues à l'ile avec le coup de main de Mons Menon Murday,President de la
Federation des Temples Tamoules ,pour sensibiliser la communauté .
Le concert sera diffusé Live par Onex FM ( radio tamoule ) et Pathirikai apportera aussi son
concours.
L'Union Tamoule De Maurice qui compte une cinquantaine de branches à travers l'ile fut
fondée en 1953 par feu Permal Soundron O.B.E .
What's so special about the 11th Nov. 2011
11-11-11 meaning: A special once-acentury
repunit palindrome day
Source :
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/nationnow/2
011/11/
Happy 11-11-11, everyone!
No matter how much thought you've given the
numerical significance of Friday, Nov. 11, 2011
(11-11-11), we suggest that Aziz Inan, professor
of electrical engineering at the University of
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Portland, has thought about it more than you
have.
Inan has turned the consideration of
palindrome dates into a sort of hobby, and
earlier this month proved himself a master of
detecting numerical patterns when he dazzled
us with facts about Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2011 --
a very rare 8 digit palindrome date
(11022011).
And now he's back with some interesting
revelations about 11-11-11.

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PHOTOS: Eleven 11s: Just in time for 11-11-11
In an email missive, Inan explains that 11-11-
11 is a once-in-a-century repunit palindrome
day. If you've never heard of the word
"repunit" (our word-processing program had
not), it means a number such as 11, 111, or 1111
that contains only the digit 1. "The term
stands for repeated unit and was coined in
1966 by Albert H. Beiler," writes Inan.
Furthermore, he explains that 111111 equals
the product of two palindrome numbers
written as 111111=111 x 1001.
He points out that, this year, the month of
November has been rich with palindrome days
including 1-1-11 (another repunit day), 11-2-11,
11-3-11, 11-4-11, 11-5-11, 11-6-11, 11-7-11, 11-8-
11, 11-9-11 and coming soon -- 11-22-11.
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"Among them, 112211 is interesting because it
equals 101 x 11 x 101, a palindrome
expression!" he writes.
Although you may have already surmised that
after this Friday, the next time 11-11-11 will
occur is 100 years from now in 2111, you have
perhaps not considered -- as Inan has --
that, "interestingly enough, in 2111, 11-11-11
and eight-digit palindrome day 11-12-2111 will
be two concurrent palindrome days!"
And now for the final note: Inan reports that
Nov. 11 is also his mother's birthday. She will
be turning 83. And 8 + 3 = 11.
Coincidence? Well ... probably.
Happy 11-11-11!
Is 11/11/11 tied to the Mayan Prophesy?
Source : http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-
205_162-57322774/
Timing of next year's winter solstice may
have led to a link between 11/11/11 and this
Mayan apocalypse. Friday's numerical date
is written out as 11/11/11. And for some
people, that number sequence is more than a
coincidence or inevitability -- it's a spiritual
signal linked to 2012 Mayan prophecies of
both doom and spiritual renewal.
Nov. 11, 2011 mythologies are pervasive on
New Age corners of the Internet, with
believers suggesting that 11/11 numerical
sequences are signals from angels or
numbers with hidden meanings. Even people
who think little of numerology are finding
meaning in the day: The Orlando Sentinel
reports that Walt Disney World will host 11
weddings on 11/11/11.
But perhaps the most intriguing 11/11/11
mythology to pop up is the number's link
with the supposed 2012 Mayan Apocalypse.
The ancient Mayan long-count calendar
ends on Dec. 21, 2012, and some people
believe that this date will usher in a new
spiritual era, or even doomsday. Nov. 11,
2011 most likely became linked with Dec.
21, 2012 when believers noticed that the
U.S. Naval Observatory had set the exact
time of the 2012 winter solstice for 11:11
Universal Time on Dec. 21, according to
John Hoopes, a scholar of Maya history at
the University of Kansas.

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"It's essentially based on the notion of
synchronicities," Hoopes told LiveScience.
Synchronicities are meaningful
coincidences, he said. And while everyone
has a psychological tendency to find
minding in random patterns the subcultures
that believe in 2012 mythology tend to be
those that dabble in psychedelics and
cannabis, drugs that increase feelings of
synchronicity.
"If it seems like the 2012 mythology was
thought up by people on drugs, it's because
it was," Hoopes said.
The meaning of 11
Indeed, the U.S. Naval Observatory now
lists the official time of the 2012 winter
solstice, when Earth's tilt is angled as far
away as possible from the sun, at 11:12
Universal Time on Dec. 21. This has not
stopped 2012 believers from focusing on the
11:11 time.
In part, this is because 11:11 mythology has
been floating around online for some time.
The website 1111spiritguardians.com holds
that noticing a clock when the time is 11:11
is a signal from "1,111 fun-loving Spirit
Guardians, or Angels." Other times, such as
12:12, 10:10 or 12:34 are messages, too,
according to the site.
These numbers may seem special to people
because they stick in our minds, Hoopes
said. No one remembers looking at the clock
when the numbers don't make a pattern.
"People are more likely to remember 11:11
than they are, say, 4:29 or 6:53 or 3:17 or
something like that," Hoopes said.
Psychologists call the temptation to find
patterns in random data pareidolia. This
phenomenon is also responsible for visions
of the Virgin Mary in toast or other objects.
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Once you accept 11 as a meaningful number
-- whether because it looks so symmetrical
or because you keep seeing it on your digital
watch -- it's easy to find the number
everywhere. One article on the website
2012rising.com ties together the Mayan
calendar, the terrorist attacks of 9/11, the
average length of polarity reversals of the
sun's magnetic field, and the author making
post number 1111 on a 2012 message board.
"The sun having an 11.11 year cycle, the
winter solstice of 2012 falling at 11:11 and
people all over the world finding themselves
bombarded with 11's [sic] just as science is
predicting some kind of majestic solar event
at the peak of this current cycle seems more
than coincidence," the author writes.
(Solar activity does indeed peak about every
11 years, potentially disrupting satellite
communications, but according to NASA,
there is no special risk associated with 2012
and the peaks are not expected to be
different than previous historical peaks.)
11/11/11 Predictions
With all these 11s to pluck from, 11/11/11
predictions are flowing fast. New Age
adherents have predicted everything from
end-of-world scenarios to the ushering in of
a new spiritual era.
"The buzz on the net and on Twitter and
elsewhere is that 11/11/11 is the unofficial
start of the 2012 metaphysical year," Hoopes
said.
Even moviemakers are cashing in on the
action, with a horror/thriller movie titled
"11-11-11" set for release on the date. The
plot of the movie centers on a scary,
mysterious force that will enter the Earthly
realm at 11:11 on 11/11/11.
Non-commercial predictions tend to be more
positive than doom-centered, however. The

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number 11 is seen as a signal that all people
are one, for example, and the date is more
likely to be seen as an end to greed and
disconnection than as an end to humanity.
That puts 11/11/11 prophets in a different
class than those such as Harold Camping,
who predicted a Biblical doomsday in late
October.
Whatever modern people may think of the
Mayan calendar, it's not clear what, if any,
significance the Maya would have placed on
the end of their long count of days, Hoopes
said.
"The reality is that the Mayas did keep track
of large cycles of time, and there is a large
cycle of time that began in 3013 B.C. on our
calendar, and there are reasons to think that
the cycle reaches a significant number on
Dec. 21, 2012," Hoopes said.
But what that might have meant to the
Mayas is an open question, Hoopes said.
The Mayan people tended to see time as
cyclical, he said, with important events
echoing themselves on corresponding dates
in a cycle. In that case, he said, the end of
the calendar might have been seen as a new
beginning.
"But it's fair to say there's disagreement
about that, and some of the leading Maya
scholars are skeptical," Hoopes said.
Notably, Hoopes said, Mayan end-of-theworld
prophecies don't appear in the
historical record until after the group made
contact with Christian missionaries -- a
bunch of people with their own strong
beliefs about the end of days.
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In fact, astrological end-time predictions
were popular in the 1500s, when Franciscan
missionaries began voyaging to the New
World. In 1524, Hoopes said, an astrological
conjunction of Saturn and Jupiter spurred
fears of a second Great Flood, touching off
panic.
"They were actually preparing for this
catastrophe by buying real estate on high
places and by stocking up on whatever the
16th-century equivalent of duct tape and
bottled water was," Hoopes said.
Biblical doomsday predictions would have
certainly made it to Mayan ears, Hoopes
said. In other words, Mayan prophecies
simply appropriated Christian theology.
"The world for the Mayas really did end in
the Spanish conquest," Hoopes said. "So
they incorporated that into their explanation
of what was happening to them."
The Mayan calendar may resonate today
simply because the ancient Maya are seen as
an exotic culture with an advanced
spirituality, Hoopes said. A century ago, he
added, people believed the same thing about
Indian and Chinese culture.
What keeps the mythology alive, today,
however, is the Internet and social
networking, Hoopes said. In that way, he
added, believers in a 2012 transformation of
consciousness might be right.
"The world is changing because of this
transformation of consciousness through the
digital network," he said. "I would not be
surprised if in the future people looked back
and said, 'Oh yes, it was 2012 when all that
happened.'"

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Sri-Lanka humiliated in Australian Conference
TAMIL protesters have demanded that Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa - in
Perth for the Commonwealth leaders' meeting - be arrested and charged with war crimes.
Around 60 members of Perth's Tamil community took centre stage at a rally of hundreds of
diverse protesters before they all marched to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
(CHOGM), opened by the Queen.
Tamil speaker Yogan Tharma said Mr Rajapaksa had been given a "red carpet welcome" to
CHOGM, but he was a war criminal who should be arrested.
"His place is not in the parliament, it's behind the barb wire," he shouted to the crowd.
"Please Australia, put him into jail, don't send him back home."
Mr Tharma, standing in front of a grisly banner showing dead and mutilated Tamil children, said
he had lost 79 family members in the Sri Lankan civil war.
A Tamil woman, who only wanted to be known as Ajanthy, said the Commonwealth "does have
teeth" which had been used to suspend four member nations - Nigeria, Fiji, Pakistan and
Zimbabwe.
"The crimes committed in Sri Lanka are far more serious and much larger in scale than those
attributed to the four members who faced suspension," she said.
Ajanthy said genocide had taken place against Tamils in Sri Lanka, with nearly 500,000 killed
and one million displaced out of the country.
"We need Australians to support suspension of Sri Lanka from the Commonwealth, we need to
stop the genocide of Tamils and support the independents of Tamils," she said.
Sri Lanka should be stripped of the right to host the next CHOGM in 2013
FORMER Australian prime minister Malcolm Fraser made an 11th hour plea for a
commonwealth human rights watchdog .
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has indicated that a commonwealth human rights commissioner was
unlikely.Instead , she spruiked the benefits of leaders at the Commonwealth Heads of
Government Meeting in Perth having decided to strengthen the powers of the existing
Commonwealth ministerial action group to intervene in human rights matters.
But M Fraser, a human rights campaigner who helped end apartheid in South Africa while part
of the Commonwealth Eminent Persons Group, told a Commonwealth Round Table public
lecture at Murdoch University on Friday that the Commonwealth had to show leadership.This
included having a "report card'' on all Commonwealth nations from an independent body.
Mr Fraser said this should be appointed to examine practices of members, whether it was in the
rule of law, the treatment of refugees and indigenous people, or the status of women.He hoped
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commonwealth nations would adopt recommendations of a yet to be published wide-ranging
reform report compiled by the 11-member Eminent Persons Group, which advocated appointing
an independent commonwealth human rights commissioner.Outside the lecture, he said a
ministerial group would be limited by its membership of ministers who were beholden to their
governments.
He also reiterated his view that Sri Lanka should be stripped of the right to host the next
CHOGM in 2013 if the island nation did not address war crimes allegations. Sri Lankan
President Mahinda Rajapaksa is in Perth for the CHOGM, amid accusations that the 2009 defeat
of guerrilla group the Tamil Tigers, saw tens of thousands of Tamil civilians killed by army
shelling, and that the army shelled hospitals and denied civilians humanitarian aid, which Sri
Lanka denies occurred. Mr Fraser said Sri Lanka should examine allegations by the United
Nations Human Rights Commission and the International Crisis Group, who concluded that
"serious war crimes were committed by both government forces and by the Tamils''. "If an
international investigation demonstrated that that had happened, then indictments should follow,''
he said. "But the Canadian Prime Minister (Stephen Harper) was right, if nothing is done, there's
no improvement, no change, the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting should not
be in Sri Lanka.''During his lecture, Mr Fraser hit out at the compromising of "basic democratic
rights'' among a number of countries, who had "gone too far'' in the fight against terror since 9-
11.
Mr Fraser also targeted the treatment of refugees as an area where the Commonwealth could
show leadership. He said that in 1951 the United Nations adopted the Refugee Convention that
established rights for refugees and obligations for nations who acceded to the convention, and it
specified that refugees often travelled by "unorthodox means, and often without papers''. Yet, he
said, there was "a great deal of criticism about boats and people smuggling''. But people should
not forget that many who had fled Soviet dominated eastern Europe, paid for their passage to a
"place of safety''.
"Katrathu Kai Mann Alavu, Kallathathu Ulagalavu" , " What you have learned is a mere handful; What
you haven't learned is the size of the world" - Avvaiyar
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Interview Du Personalité Du Mois
Dr Jeeven Chemen
Senior Lecturer, MGI
Chairman, Tamil Speaking Union
1. In brief, who is Dr Chemen?
Family background Educational background Career Path
The
youngest among six childr
en.
Married, two children, one
daughter ( pursuing medical
studies), one son, form III (
Royal College, Curepipe.)
HSC with Maths, Physics,
G.M.D and Tamil.
Holder of a 1 st class
Honours in B.A Tamil,
Madurai Kamaraj
University, India.
Holder of a 1 st Class in
M.A Tamilology, Madurai
Kamaraj University, India.
Holder of a Ph.D Tamil
Linguistics, Madurai
kamaraj University, India.
Ph.D supervisor of 2 Ph.d
students, university of
Mauritius.
Presented more than 20
research papers in national
and international
conferences.
Published more than 10
research papers in local and
international Journals
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Education officer,
MGI ( 1987- 95)
Lecturer ( 1995 to 2006)
Senior lecturer ( 2006 till
date)
Chairman, Tamil
Speaking Union ( 2009 to
date)
Ph. D Examiner for a
number of Universities
abroad.
General Secretary,
Organisation of Diaspora
Initiatives, Mauritius.
2. Dr Chemen, you are the first chairman of the Tamil Speaking Union. Can you give us a
brief about this institution?

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It is good to bear in mind that Tamil Speaking Union( TSU) is a para-statal institution and not a
socio cultural organization. It was enacted by the parliament in 2008 to promote Tamil
language in Mauritius and in the diaspora through teaching, research and other related
activities. It falls under the aegis of the Ministry of Arts and Culture and is funded by the
Government.
3. With so many institutions and organisations already catering for the promotion of
Tamil in Mauritius why, do you think, there was a need for a Tamil Speaking
Union in Mauritius?
Of course, there are many organisations that cater for the promotion of Tamil
language, culture and religion. But I believe that each organization has been set up with
a specific mission and vision. For instance, Mauritius Tamil Temples Federation(MTTF)
was enacted to cater for religious issues and its main objectives were to ensure a proper
distribution of subsidies given by the government and to cater for the good running of
the kovils across Mauritius. We have to be grateful that in the past, it also catered
for both Tamil cultural and linguistic issues to some extent. But with the setting up
of the Mauritius Tamil Cultural Centre Trust (MTCCT) by the government, the
responsibility to promote cultures rested upon MTCCT rather than MTTF. In
2009, Tamil Speaking Union board was set up. Thereafter, the
responsibility of maintaining and promoting the Tamil language became the priority of
this institution. So, I strongly believe that TSU is focused on the promotion of Tamil
language and is definitely not overlapping over the objectives of other institutions or
organisations in the community. We are blessed in Mauriitus to have three main
institutions, namely TSU, MTCCT and MTTF to cater for Tamil language, culture and
religion respectively.
4. How you became the chairman of the Tamil Speaking Union?
In HSC, I never thought that one day I would be the first chairman of such an
important Tamil institution. But destiny wanted it so. Mother Tamil blessed me and the
Tamil language.
Well before the very conception of the TSU, education of the people, especially the
under privileged, became one of my pre -occupations. We are blessed that in the 70s,
teaching and learning of Tamil language was implemented by SSR in Mauritius at
primary level and it slowly moved to secondary level and today, even at tertiary level.
But when I studied the performance and the number of the Tamil learners at primary,
secondary and tertiary level, I found the situation alarming and inacceptable.
I then took up the matter with a number people who were equally and
already interested with the issues related to the Tamil community and its language. We
began work together for practical solutions, apart from drawing the attention of all
stake holders in the teaching/learning of Tamil language in Mauriitus. I have in mind
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great people like Mr kadress Pillay and Dr Vel Pillay, who always have the Tamils of
Mauritius and their development at heart. However, we were faced by retaliation of
many teachers who had a different opinion.
But the truth remains– after six years of teaching/learning during 600 hours at primary
and some 700 hours at secondary up to HSC, there are still so many errors at basic
grammatical level, and so many students who could not speak the language and could
neither understand the language.
Mother Tamil ‘ Tamil Annai’ blessed us at this point. It gave us a Tamil Speaking Union
through the Government of Mauritius. I am deeply grateful to the present Prime
Minister for having entrusted such a responsibility to me. Of course I also had the
blessings of the above mentioned persons and so many others. I could also understand
the frustrations and disappointment of some of the people. But the truth was that I
was, without the request of anybody, in the assembly in early hours when the bill was
passed. I was taken there by Mother Tamil.
5. When you took office, what were your priorities and how you achieved them?
I first set the Vision and Mission of the Union which are as follows:
Vision:
To make the Union the main platform par excellence to ensure that all Mauritians of
Tamil origin and an increasing number of other Mauritians have a sound knowledge of
Tamil language.
Mission:
1. To be the main driver in the promotion of Tamil language in its spoken and written
forms in Mauritius
2. To create an international network for the interaction of Tamil speakers across the
world
3. To restore the rightful place of Tamil language in the linguistic panorama of Mauritius
4. To promote intercultural and inter linguistic understanding and harmony in Mauritius
6. So, it's been one year - what have been your major achievements?
Within this one year of existence, together with the members, we have been able to
position the TSU in the socio cultural and academic scenario of Mauritius. It was
strategically done and I must say quite fast as well. I am also happy to say that TSU has
achieved a lot during this one year and it has established itself in Mauritius and even
abroad.
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Tamil language was promoted through lectures, seminars, and other activities organized
throughout the first year of its existence and these were successful. TSU received good
support from media, whether newspapers or MBC.
In 2011, TSU also launched the revolutionary project Spoken Tamil –Basic level course
across the country in 20 centres. This project aims at empowering the learners with
basic spoken skills in Tamil language as spoken in native country. Teachers with good
speaking skills and professionals are contributing for the smooth running of the project.
Tamil Speaking today has more than 900 learners studying the Spoken Tamil course
across the country. The results are more than encouraging and many others are
expected to join the course next year.
Currently, we are now planning for the academic activities for 2012. Very soon, we will
publish the various centres where courses will be offered next year in this very
Pathirikai e-Paper.
7. What had been your main challenges?
To make people understand that TSU is a para-statal institution
To fight against the evil actions of frustrated people
To manage the Union with its limited budget
To establish TSU as an academic institution with seriousness and credibility
To create a pool of potential people to assist in the teaching/learning of Tamil
To not stoop at low levels of some ignorant people
To keep a balance between my functions of senior lecturer, my academic life,
my family and the social work.
And so many others.
8. What have been your strengths
My education, culture, competence and experience.
My sincerity and belief in what I do.
My love for people in general.
My acquaintances with great persons mentioned above and people like
late Uttam Bissoondoyal and their blessings.
My Self respect.
9. Your wish?
To setup both the academic and infrastructure framework of the TSU.
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To equip the Union with competent people for the benefits of the generations
to come.
To restore the Tamil language status in the linguistic panorama of Mauritius.
10. Last but not least, what do you think about this idea of an electronic Tamil paper?
I think that it is a highly laudable initiative. I wish to congratulate the whole team and
wish the team best of luck. Of course it will naturally take a better shape with time and
with competent team. I however feel that we should still need to have a hard copy.
Interview done by Kobashni
November 2011
Jeunesse
Known is a drop, unknown is an Ocean - Avvaiyar
Top 12 tips for Attending Interviews
Training Opportunities in Mauritius
HUMAN RESOURCE ,KNOWLEDGE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND
Press Communiqué for HRKAD Fund
Top 12 Tips for attending Interviews
Congratulations! You have been invited to a job interview. How do you prepare yourself for
that interview so that you have a better chance of being selected as an employee? Here are the
12 vital tips:
Before the interview
1. Find out more about the company: The more you know the better it is for you as it tells the
interviewer that you are interested and enthusiastic about the company.
2. Identify the location : find out the place of interview so that you don't waste valuable time
looking for it on the actual day.
3. Be prepared for the following frequently asked questions:
1. Why are you looking for a job?
2. What are your strengths?
3. What are your weaknesses?
4. Which is the best manager that you have ever worked with?
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5. How about the worst manager?
6. What are the problems you face in your current job and how are you solving them.
7. What are your most significant accomplishments?
8. What can you do for us?
9. What is your expected salary?
10. What do you know about our company?
4. Prepare a list of questions to ask: You can enquire about training and development
opportunities, workplace culture and major challenges of the job.
5. Practice: Rehearse with friend especially when the interview involves you for a presentation.
On the day of interview
6. Documents: Check and make sure that all necessary certificates are in
one file.
7. Dress appropriately: When you dress smartly and correctly for the
occasion you create a good visual impact.
8. Arrive in sufficient time: Be there 15 to 30 minutes earlier so that you can
relax and compose yourself.
During the Interview:
9. Behavior: Smile and make eye contact with the interviewer. Sit upright and do not cross and
uncross you legs.
10. Answering questions: Listen carefully and answer fully and directly. Do it in a friendly and
positive tone and provide examples. Always tell the truth.
11. Ask the right question: Remember you have prepared some questions to ask, now is the
time to do it.
After the interview
12. Send a thank-you letter: In the letter you should repeat your interest in the position you
have applied for.
Good luck.
Training Opportunities in Mauritius
In the first issue of Pathirikai, we gave you tips about going for higher education. So if you have missed
this first issue, you may download a printable copy in the download section Pathirikai.com . This month,
as promised, we are going to focus on training opportunities available in Mauritius for those who have not
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been fully successful in their HSC exams. At the very outset we have to mention that we are here
addressing school leavers who want to train for a job, and not on-the-job training.
Training in Mauritius is regulated by the Mauritius Qualification Authority (MQA), formerly IVTB,
having its office at the MITD House, Phoenix. The MQA set standards for Technical and Vocational
Education and Training programmes (TVET) to which Centres offering such training have to abide to. To
ascertain that these Centres are abiding to MQA standards, they are accredited by the institution.
Therefore prior to choosing a training programme, you have to ensure that the course and the centre are
both MQA accredited. If you are not sure ask one of the officers there. However the MQA maintain a
directory of registered training centres, which you may wish to consult at http://www.mqa.mu/ .
Training are available in practically all fields where employment opportunities exist in Mauritius and
abroad, ranging from masonry, hospitality, engineering to nursing. You just have to know your interest.
As mentioned last month, it’s important that you choose a field in which you will see yourself working in
the years and decades to come. Besides your personal interest, you have to ensure that there are
possibilities to upgrade yourself and obtain better training qualifications. Training courses are classified
into Award and Non-Award. Non-Award courses are those where the students are not formally assessed,
such that at the end of your training you end up with an attendance certificate, whereas in an Award
training programme, the students are formally assessed through examinations, project work etc. and they
may end up with a proper Certificate. Non-award courses will not help you to build a career, since the
qualification will not be recognized by most organisations in Mauritius. You therefore have to opt for
Award courses.
The MQA set standards for the various award courses and classified them into levels as follows:
· National Certificate Level 1 to Level 5
· National Diploma
Examples are National Certificate in Tour Guiding – Level 3, National Certificate in Food Production –
Level 4, etc. When choosing award courses, you will have the opportunity to climb up the Certificate
levels and reach your Diploma with much dedication. National Certificate and Diploma are recognized
qualifications in public, parastatals and private organisations. You may wish to note that a National
Certificate is equivalent a University Certificate and a National Diploma is equivalent to a University
Diploma. A non-exhaustive list of sectors where National Certificates have been developed are:
· Tourism
· ICT
· Printing
· Jewelry
· Adult Literacy
· Building Construction and Civil Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
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· Electrical and Electronic Engineering
· Textile and Apparel
· Seafood and Marine Industry
· Early Childhood and Care
· Agro-Industry
· Beauty Care and Hair-Dressing
Hope that the above information will help you in framing your career. If you need more clarification do
not hesitate to write to chief.editor@pathirikai.com .
Read about financing possibilities in the following sections.

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Follow your basic instinct. Good luck in your professional career.
Nandri. Vanakkam.
HUMAN RESOURCE ,KNOWLEDGE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND
HUMAN RESOURCE ,KNOWLEDGE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND
Under the aegis of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources
Student Scholarship Scheme
Under the Human Resource, Knowledge and Arts Development (HRK&AD) Fund provision is
made for the award of scholarships including a full scholarship for students attending or
admitted in courses at post-secondary institutions in Mauritius, with household income not
exceeding Rs 10,000 per month and who face severe hardship following the death or serious
incapacity of a wage earner.
The Terms and Conditions of the Scholarships are as hereunder:
(i) Objective of the Scheme
The objective of the Scholarship Scheme is to provide access to qualified students from
families with household income not exceeding Rs 10,000 per month and who face severe
hardship following death or serious incapacity of a wage earner.
(ii) Eligibility for Scholarship
(a) The Scholarship is aimed at students who are citizens of the Republic of Mauritius;
(b)The family income of the student (including his/her own income) should not exceed Rs
10,000 per month; and
(c) The family should be facing severe hardship following death or serious incapacity of age
earner; and
(d) The course should not be less than the equivalent of one academic/full year of study;
and
(e) The student should not have benefited from any other scholarship for the same
course/programme.
(iii) Scope of the Scholarship
The scholarship will cover the costs of tuition fees, books, examination fees and a maximum
monthly stipend of Rs 3,000 subject to a maximum of Rs 150,000 per academic year over the
duration of the course.
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Students from Rodrigues and the outer islands will receive a maximum additional amount of Rs
5,000 per month for Board and lodging and also a return airfare (economy) from their place of
residence. In such cases the maximum scholarship would be Rs 210,000 plus the return
economy air fare, if applicable.
Students will be eligible for one scholarship at the undergraduate level only..
(iv) Period Covered
The scholarship would be granted on an annual basis for the duration of a first undergraduate
programme.
(v) Enrolment
As far as possible, students should be admitted in public Tertiary Education Institutions; special
arrangements would be made through reserved seats in these institutions for admission of
scholarship beneficiaries. In case a programme is not being offered in public institutions,
students may enroll in private ones recognized by TEC.
You may download the following from kdf.intnet.mu/Establishment of the Fund.html
Complete Guideline and Procedures , Application Form ,Press Communique
PRESS COMMUNIQUE
GOVERNMENT GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN SCHEME UNDER THE
HUMAN RESOURCE, KNOWLEDGE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND
1. As announced in the Budget Speech 2008/2009, a Government Guaranteed Student Loan Scheme
has been set up under the Human Resource, Knowledge and Arts Development Fund and is operational
since 2008.
2. The aim of this Scheme is to enable students who do not have the means to secure a loan to avail
themselves of government guaranteed loan facilities from commercial banks to pursue post secondary
studies locally in a TEC recognised Tertiary Educational Institution.
3. Interested candidates who will apply for loans from commercial banks and do not have any security to
offer for the loans are invited to call at one of the following offices for further information on the Scheme
and to collect the application forms for the Fund to guarantee their loans :
(i) Headquarters, Ministry of Education, Culture and Human Resources, IVTB House, Phoenix –
Customer Care Unit, Ground Floor
(ii) Customer Care Units of the following Education Zone Directorates:-
Zone 1: Edith Cavell Street, Port Louis
Zone 2: Herchenroder Street, Beau Bassin
Zone 3: Main Road, Opposite Grand Port/Savanne District Council – Rose Belle
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Zone 4: Jhugroo Building, (Opposite Vacoas/Phoenix Municipal Council) – St Paul Road, Vacoas
(iii) Swami Dayanand Institute of Management – Round-about Beau Plan SE, Pamplemousses.
(iv) Lycée Polytechnique Sir Guy Forget – François Mitterrand Street, Central Flacq.
(v) Social Security Offices , Islandwide
(vi) University of Mauritius
(vii) University of Technology, Mauritius
(viii) Careers Guidance Service, 2nd Floor NPF Building, Rose Hill
(ix) Ecole Hôtelière Sir Gaëtan Duval, IVTB, Ebène
(x) SITEC, IVTB, Ebène
(xi) School of Design, IVTB, Ebène
(xii) Knowledge Based Training Centre (Ex BAT), IVTB, Nicolay Road, Port Louis
3. Application Forms and details of the scheme can also be downloaded from the
following Website of the Fund at: http://kdf.intnet.mu
4. Completed application forms and copies of supporting documents should be submitted either by
registered post or hand delivered to the Secretariat of the Fund located at the 1st Floor, Ministry of
Education, Culture & Human Resources, IVTB House, Pont Fer, Phoenix.
5. For further information, contact the Secretariat on the following phone numbers:-
601-5238, 601-5266 or 467-8800/01/02/03/04
or
by e-mail at tertiary@mail.gov.mu
20 August 2009 Ministry of Education, Culture and H R, IVTB House, Phoenix
Culture
Hinduism is not a religion, its a way of life. -Swami Vivekananda
OPINION : Une approche rationnelle de nos traditions
Significance of a Betel Leaf in Indian weddings
Opinion : Une approche rationnelle de nos traditions
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L’article qui suit est une opinion personelle d’un non-expert de la culture et de la religion .
On explique souvent la célébration d’une fête religieuse en commençant par “Selon la
legende…………..”.
La legende est definie comme un récit concernant des faits historiques transformés par
l'imagination populaire ou l’invention poétique. Donc je pense que les pratiques culturelles et
religieuses ont aussi des explications bien logiques et réelles .
Les organisations mondiales consacrent certaines journées pour mettre l’emphase sur
l’importance des divers aspect de la nature ,par exemple nous avons la journée mondiale de
l’eau ,de l’alimentation,de l’environnement etc .Mais nous tamouls et les hindous en générale
et ce pendant des millenaires avons célébré les composants de la nature en y consacrant même
des Dieux .Le Deepavali n’est-t-il pas un jour pour vanter les mérites de la lumiere et remercier
Dieu pour ce precieux cadeau qu’il nous a légué? .LeThai Pongul c’est la fête de l’agriculture et
dans un canjee poosai ,tenu surtout dans les periodes chaudes et fièvreuses ,on y sert le Canjee
,mets rafraichissant le corps humain.
Dans cet ère de technologie informatique ,en sus des divers legendes ,nous devons expliquer à
nos jeunes le côté rationnel de nos activités religieuses .
Pendant que d’autres voient en nos statuettes ,que des morceaux de
pierre taillée,nous savons qu’en regardant la statuette d’une divinité
,c’est la superpuissance ,la beauté ,la création ,la destruction
l’omniprésence et la pureté qui y sont contées .Les nombreux bras
démontrent la superpuissance , la tête de l’élephant indique la
mémoire ,l’immensité de Dieu qui peut se servir de la planete
lune comme un ornement pour ses cheveux ,le tambour
réprésentant le son, symbole de la creation .La rivière ayant sa source
dans la tête indique que Dieu est la source même de la vie . Un Etre si
pure que même une fleur de lotus puisse le soutenir dans l’eau et au
dessus des marecages . Apprenez à voir ,regardez et vous verrez .
Si nous pouvons lire les louanges à Dieu dans des livres sacrés ,les statuettes et autres
representations divines en sont les repliques imagées . Il faut que nous apprenons à lire ces
images et ainsi nous pourrons mettre à leur place les convertisseurs qui nous traitent
d’idolâtres .Ils ont des livres et nous en avons aussi et plus qu’eux nous avons l’interpretation
de ces textes sacrés en images .On ne peut être plus pedagogue que ça.
Nos pratiques sont des exemples d’hygienes .La façon que nous nous saluons ,tout en
disant ‘VANNAKAM’ accompagné d’un léger arc fait avec des mains sérrées ensemble
,des paumes touchant et les doigts dirigés vers le haut .La hauteur des mains dépend
du statut de celui ou celle qu’on salue .Par example Dieu est salué avec les mains bien
au dessus de la tête et pour une personne agée ou à quelqu’un pour qui on a un grand
respect ,les mains sont placées devant le visage .Donc meme en cas d’épidemie ,ce
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n’est pas nécessaire de se laver les mains après avoir souhaité un bonjour à un ami .Les
hommes et les femmes peuvent se saluer sans se toucher .
La pratique de prendre un bain en sortant du cimetière n’a rien de superstitieux ,c’est juste
pour se débarasser des microbes qui y pullulent due à la putréfaction des corps .
Les tamouls observent la quarantaine depuis des millenaires quand il y a un décès dans la
famille .On ne fréquente pas les lieux publiques comme le Kovil .Jadis on ne savait pas la cause
du décès et donc les proches du défunt restaient à l’ecart de la société pour une certaine
periode pour éviter les risques de contamination si toutefois la personne est décédée d’une
maladie infectieuse .
Toute une foule peut déguster un pannakon( jus traditionel ) dans un seul récipient ‘le
moucovelé’ sans risque d’attraper le virus d’autrui .Le moucovelé est muni d’un bec et on peut
y boire sans que le recipient touche les lèvres .
Manger dans une feuille de bananier ,nous fait profiter de la chlorophylle et les vitamines qui
s’y trouvent .La feuille de la banane donne aussi un goût special à la nourriture servie là-dessus
.On utilisait la feuille de banane pour emballer toutes sortes de choses et notamment les
aliments.Alors que les sacs en plastiques polluent ici comme ailleurs ,la feuille de banane
est bio dégradable.
Les bananiers et les feuilles du cocotier ornent des salles vertes pour les marriages .A noter
qu’un bananier coupé repousse vite et aide les petits plants à surgir et à grandir .Donc on ne
fait aucun mal à la nature en coupant un bananier .
Ce récit n’est pas exhaustif ,on peut y consacrer des heures et des heures sur la rationnel de
notre culture et c’est pour cette seule raison que notre civilisation a résisté au fil des millenaires
et n’a pas disparu comme tant d’autres civilisations contemporaines qui existent aujourd’hui
que dans des livres d’histoires .
Significance of a Betel Leaf in Indian weddings
By Anish T. Sapra
From time immemorial, Hindus have worshipped trees and have
considered all flora and fauna as sacred. Trees, plants, leaves, flowers and
fruit have an esteemed position in the religion and culture of India. So
much so that no religious function especially Indian matrimonial is
considered complete without the presence of at least one of the above.
Leaves like the betel, banana, mango, Neem, tulsi, durva are intrinsically
woven into the tapestry of Indian weddings.
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The betel leaf enjoys the pride of place among all the accessories of a Hindu wedding. The betel
leaf denotes freshness and prosperity. Betel leaves or the tambool, which comprises betel leaf,
areca nut and lime, marks the beginnings of all auspicious events. In Indian matrimonial,
alliances are sealed by exchanging the tambool. Invitations for an Indian marriage are
distributed with tambool forming an important part of the invite. The betel is associated with
the Trinity, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Brahma: arecanut, Vishnu: betel leaf, and Shiva: lime.
The grooms' party is welcomed with betel leaves and every event in the wedding is solemnized
with betel leaves. The tambool is the minimum and essential part of hospitality in every Indian
wedding. In some weddings, a betel leaf is tucked into the headgear of the bride and groom.
In certain regions the groom's mother or sister gives a ceremonial welcome to the bride. Seven
cups are placed on a platter along with fruits, betel leaves, rice, sacred ash, turmeric, salt,
tamarind and cotton. A measuring cup is filled with paddy and a betel leaf is placed on it. This is
called the 'nirai nazhi'. Water is placed in a vessel and the bride stands facing the east. The
person performing the ceremony touches the seven cups three times and puts sacred ash on
herself and on the bride. After this is done twenty one times, the bride is given a betel leaf and
water is poured on it. The person conducting the ceremony touches the leaf to her forehead
giving her a ceremonial welcome.
In yet another ritual comprising the betel, the girl's brother gives the ceremonial first betel to
the couple to chew. This ritual is the thaamboola charvanam. Betel leaves along with coconut
or fruit are given as a token of thanks to every guest attending the wedding.
Anish Sapra is a relationship expert specializing in Marriage, Family and Relationships. He has
written authoritative articles on relationships and marriage and is currently assisting
Shaadi.com and Shaaditimes.com as a Family and Relationship specialist
Langue
Thol Ulagil Nallaar Oruvar Ularael Avar Poruttu Ellarkum Peiyum Mazhai" - The rain falls on behalf of
the virtuous, benefitting everyone in the world. - Avvaiyar
La Langue Tamoule a Maurice
Learn Spoken Tamil through songs - Deepavali Pogade
La langue tamoule a l’ile maurice
Source : http://www.blogged4ever.com/2009/04/24/la-langue-tamoul-a-lile-maurice/
Le tamoul (ou tamil ) est la langue des Tamouls (anciennement appelés Dravidiens) et une
langue de l’Inde, parlée dans l’État du Tamil Nadu, ainsi que dans les villes de Pondichéry et
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Kârikâl (dans le territoire de Pondichéry, ancienne colonie française), où il a le statut de langue
régionale officielle. Le tamoul est répandu à travers tous les continents du Monde puisqu’il
existe des communautés parlant le tamoul aux îles Fidji, Sri lanka, en Malaisie, en Birmanie, en
Afrique du Sud, à l’île Maurice, aux Antilles Françaises et à la Réunion, mais aussi en Europe, en
Amérique du Nord et aussi en Océanie (notamment en Australie). Le nombre total de locuteurs
est évalué à 74 millions, d’après l’édition de 1999 du World Almanac. Le tamoul appartient à la
famille des langues dravidiennes. C’est une des plus anciennes langues au monde toujours
utilisées, restée quasiment inchangée depuis 2500 ans.
La gouverneur français, Mahé de Labourdonnais avait emmené les tamouls du Pondichéry pour
travailler comme artisans et massons. Pendant l’occupation française , il semble qu’il y avait un
nombre considérable de tamouls dans l’ile et ils jouèrent un rôle important dans la vie
économique du pays. C’est évident du fait que “ Le Mauricien” et un autre journal possédaient
des polices de caractères dont il se servait régulièrement, ce qui signifie qu’à cette époque, de
nombreux tamouls possédaient cette langue tant oralement que par écrit.
L’éducation
Cette langue maternelle, les tamouls, dès leur arrivée, tenaient à l’inculquer à leurs enfants par
le biais des écoles du soir. Mais dès le début du 19ème siècle, les tamouls commençaient à
s’intéresser à l’éducation formelle. Comme les tamouls pouvaient pas avoir d’entrée au “Royal
College” de Port Louis, ils fondèrent le “Colonial Academy”. À cet époque, les tamouls
recevaient tellement d’attention que la langue tamoul devint un des langues au “Teacher’s
Certificate Examination”. Les anciens immigrants qui avaient une connaissance profonde dans
la langue le passèrent à leurs enfants. Mais tout cela s’arrêta un moment quand les autres
générations s’intéressaient plus à l’anglais et le français.
Mais il y avait toujours des personnes tels que Kalyana Soondara Moodeliar et beaucoup
d’autres qui travaillèrent pour la propagation de cette langue. Pendant beaucoup d’années
Moodeliar s’occupa tout seul de quatre écoles gratuitement. Il enseigna lui-même la langue
tamoul. La langue tamoul a eu une grande influence sur la langue française ainsi que la langue
créole.
Mots tamouls entrés dans la langue
française: beaucoup de mots issus du
tamoul sont entrés dans la langue française.
En voici une liste non exhaustive.
Mangue: nom féminin (portugais manga,
vient du tamoul) Fruit charnu du manguier,
dont la pulpe jaune est savoureuse et très
parfumée.
Vétiver : [vétiver] nom masculin (vient du
tamoul) Plante cultivée dans l’Inde et aux
Antilles pour ses racines, dont on retire un
parfum. (Famille des graminées.)
Catamaran : nom masculin (mot anglais, du
tamoul kattu, lien, et maram, bois) Mar.
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Embarcation à voiles, faite de deux coques
accouplées.
Coprah ou copra: nom masculin (mot
anglais, vient du tamoul) Amande de coco
débarrassée de sa coque, desséchée et
prête à être mise au moulin pour
l’extraction de l’huile.
Cachou : nom masculin (portugais cacho, du
tamoul kasu)[pluriel cachous]
1. Substance astringente extraite de
la noix d’arec ; pastille aromatique
parfumée avec cette substance.

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2. Substance extraite du bois d’un
acacia de l’Inde et employée en
tannerie.
Pagode : nom féminin (mot portugais ; du
sanskrit bhagavat, « saint, divin », par le
tamoul)
1. Édifice religieux bouddhique, en
Extrême-Orient. – Spécialt.Pavillon à
toitures étagées de la Chine et du
Japon.
2.(En apposition). Manche pagode,
qui va s’évasant vers le poignet.
3. Numism. Monnaie d’or de l’Inde,
frappée du XVIIe au XIXe s.
Paria : nom masculin (mot portugais ; du
tamoul)
1. Individu hors caste, considéré
comme au plus bas de l’échelle
sociale, en Inde (avant l’abolition
officielle des castes, en 1947). Syn. :
Intouchable
2. Personne tenue à l’écart,
méprisée de tous. Être traité en
paria, comme un paria.
Banian: nom masculin (mot tamoul,
marchand)
1. Membre d’une caste de la classe
des vaisya, vouée particulièrement
au grand commerce.
2. Bot. Figuier banian ou banian :
figuier de l’Inde aux racines
adventives aériennes.
Learn Tamil through songs
Deepavali - Pogadhe
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Curry cury, cari, cary ou carry : nom
masculin
1. Épice indienne composée de
piment, de curcuma, etc.
2. Mets préparé avec cette épice.
Curry d’agneau.
La langue tamoul a aussi eu une influence
considérable sur la langue créole.
En voici quelques exemples:
Noms des fruits:
Att du mot atta
Goyaye du mot goyyu
Noms des légumes:
pipangaye du mot peerkanggaye
patol, du mot pudol
mourroung du mot mouroungay
Kotomili du mot Kottumalli
Karoupillay du mot Karuvepilay
Pudina du mot pudiyana
Betel du mot vettrilaye
Pak du mot paku
elyeti du mot elarisi
noms des gateaux:
putu, du mot pittu
ounday du mot ourounday
Mourkou du mot mouroukkou.
L’exclamation: “Ayo!” from ayyo .
Cass du mot caassou
Source: http://translatetamilsongs.blogspot.com/2007/12/deepavali-pogadhe.html
pogadhe pogadhe
nee irundhal naan iruppen
pogadhe pogadhe
nee pirindhal naan irappen
unnodu vazhntha kalangal yavum
kanavai ennai mooduthadi
yarendru ennai nee parkumpodhu
>>(you) dont go,dont go
>>If you are there , I will be there
>>(you) dont go,dont go
>>If you go away from me,I will die
>>the times that I lived with you
>>covers me as dreams
>>When you see me like who you are

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uyire uyir poguthadi
kallaryail kooda jannal ondru vaithu
un mugam parpenadi
pogadhe pogadhe
pogadhe pogadhe
nee pirindhal naan irappen
kalaindhalum megam adhu meendum midhakkum
adhu polathane undhan kaadhal enakkum
nadaipadhai vilakka kadhal vidindhavudan anaipatharkku
nerupalum mudiyadhamma ninaivugalai azhippatharkku
unakkaga kaathiruppen
uyirodu paarthiruppen
pogadhe pogadhe
nee irundhal naan iruppen
pogadhe pogadhe
nee pirindhal naan irappen
Azhagana neram adhai nee than koduthai
azhiyadha sogam adhaiyum nee than koduthai
kan thoongum neram paarthu kadavul vandhu
ponathupol
en vazhvil vandhe vanai ematram thangalaiye
penne nee illamillamal
bhoologam irutiduthe
pogadhe pogadhe
nee irundhal naan iruppen
pogadhe pogadhe
nee pirindhal naan irappen
Religion
>>My soul dies
>>Even in grave, I will keep a window
>>and see your face
nee irundhal naan iruppen
>>Even if the clouds separate they keep floating
>>Like that only is your love also
>> Is love a footpath light to switch off as soon as it dawns
>> Even fire cant erase these memories
>> I will wait for u
>> I will be alive and keep looking for it
>> Beaufiful times - those were given by you only
>> sadness(that cannot be erased) - that also was given by you
only
>> As if God came and went at the time when eyes sleep
>> am not able to take in the betrayal
>> o lady,without u
>> the earth darkens
Religion is more than life. Remember that his own religion is the truest to every man even if it stands low in
the scales of philosophical comparison.
-Mahatma Gandhi
Greatness of Thirukural
Verses 1 to 10 : Virtue - The Praise of God
Greatness of Thirukural
Thirukkural is a precious gem
among the classics, unique in the
deliverance of code of conduct to the
mankind to follow for all time to come. It
enshrines in it 1330 couplets under 133
chapters, each chapter comprising 10
verses. The chapters again fall under three
Measures adopted for the statue of
Thiruvalluvar:
The statue with 95' and the pedestal
supporting it with 38ft, the structure is thus a
standing mammoth commanding a total
height of 133 feet. An artistic peripheral wall
around the statue, thereby forms a captivating
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major divisions. Virtue, Wealth and Love.
This treatise encompasses the whole gamut
of human life and by Thiruvalluvar, its
illustrious author illuminates every bit of it!
This classical work written in Tamil, has
been translated in over 60 languages of the
world. The Government of Tamil nadu had a
vision (for beyond) the Horizon. Yes to rise a
statue for Thiruvalluvar in Kanyakumari, the
southern tip of the mainland at the
confluence of the three seas befitting the
stature of this Saint-poet. The statue that
was dedicated at the dawn of the new
millennium, stands out as a beacon of light
to guide human life forever.
mandap.
Thirukkural verses 1 to 10 : Virtue - The praise of god
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The measures what they stands for? :
The pedestal represents the 38 chapters on
'Virtue' and the 95' statue standing on the
pedestal represents 'Wealth' and 'Pleasure'
signifying that Wealth and Love be earned and
enjoyed on the foundation of Virtue solid.
The rocks for the sculpture came from:
Sirudhamoor, Pattumalaikuppam Hills and
Ambhasamudram Hills.
1 A, as its first of letters, every speech maintains;The "Primal Deity" is first through all the
world's domains.
As the letter A is the first of all letters, so the eternal God is first in the world.
2 No fruit have men of all their studied lore,
Save they the 'Purely Wise One's' feet adore.
What Profit have those derived from learning, who worship not the good feet of Him
who is possessed of pure knowledge ?
3 His feet, 'Who o'er the full-blown flower hath past,' who gain
In bliss long time shall dwell above this earthly plain.
They who are united to the glorious feet of Him who passes swiftly over the flower of
the mind, shall flourish long above all worlds.
4 His foot, 'Whom want affects not, irks not grief,' who gain
Shall not, through every time, of any woes complain.
To those who meditate the feet of Him who is void of desire or aversion, evil shall
never come.
5 The men, who on the 'King's' true praised delight to dwell,
Affects not them the fruit of deeds done ill or well.
The two-fold deeds that spring from darkness shall not adhere to those who delight in
the true praise of God.
6 Long live they blest, who 've stood in path from falsehood freed;
His, 'Who quenched lusts that from the sense-gates five proceed'.
Those shall long proposer who abide in the faultless way of Him who has destroyed
the five desires of the senses.

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7 Unless His foot, 'to Whom none can compare,' men gain,
'Tis hard for mind to find relief from anxious pain.
Anxiety of mind cannot be removed, except from those who are united to the feet of
Him who is incomparable.
8 Unless His feet 'the Sea of Good, the Fair and Bountiful,' men gain,
'Tis hard the further bank of being's changeful sea to attain.
None can swim the sea of vice, but those who are united to the feet of that gracious
Being who is a sea of virtue.
9 Before His foot, 'the Eight-fold Excellence,' with unbent head,
Who stands, like palsied sense, is to all living functions dead.
The head that worships not the feet of Him who is possessed of eight attributes, is as
useless as a sense without the power of sensation.
10 They swim the sea of births, the 'Monarch's' foot who gain;
None others reach the shore of being's mighty main.
None can swim the great sea of births but those who are united to the feet of God
Dames
"Nanri Oruvarku Seithakal An Nanri Enrum Thalaravalarthengu Thaan Unda Neerai Thalaiyaalae Thaan
Tharuthalal" - A good deed will pay back, as the coconut tree that gives the benefit holding on its
head, for the water you pour in its feet - Avvaiyar
Beauty Tips
Recette Cari Vendyon de Aca Ouma
Recette Idli de Sheeba
Horoscope for December 2011
BEAUTY TIPS
Source : http://www.tamilspider.com/resources/2714-Simple-homemade-beauty-tips.aspx
Here are few simple beauty tips you can use at home for glowing , superb face.
1)Facewash tips
You can use powdered neem with a little amount of turmeric to wash your face. Because of
their antibacterial actions , they free our face from pimples , black heads, and give a fresh look
to our face.
2)Cleansing and Scrubbing procedure
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a)Honey and lemon are excellent cleansers. Make a solution of lemon and honey and apply it in
your face for about 20 minutes and then wash it. your face will look so clear free from all dirt.
This can be twice or thrice in a week.
b) Take boiled 1/2 cup oatmeal or cornmeal and mix it with milk and a little honey. Apply this
for about 20 minutes . wash it when it dries. You will a super clear and baby soft skin.
3)Facial masking procedure After the afore mentioned steps , you can choose to apply any
mask as sited below.
a)Carrot facial procedure Grind some fresh carrots and add a little amount of honey to it. Apply
this for half an hour. Your skin will become very fair.
b) Papaya facial procedure Papaya has great soothing effect to skin . Grind few pieces of papaya
and mix a teaspoon of honey to it. Apply it for about 15 - 20 minutes and see the difference.
c)Banana Facial procedure
Mash 1/4 banana until very creamy and apply on face and leave for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with
warm water, then use cold water to close the pores.
4)Tomato facial procedure
Grind a ripe tomato and pat on your face. Wash after 20 minutes with normal water. A
teaspoon of honey or lime can also be added to it. The glow you get on your face after using
this is remakable.
Recette Cari Vendion de Aca Ouma
Bringelle( 1 LB)
3 Pomme D’amour
L’ail( ¼ Lb)
Cotomili
¼ Lb Onions
Feuilles Caripoule
1/8 lb Graines de
methi( vendiyon)
1/4 lb de poudre
de masala
1.Griller methi( vendiyon) dans caraille et quand li coummance sauté ajoute delo et
tire vendiyon mette ene koté
2.Coupe bringelle en quatre ( en longueur) et ajoute inpé disel et frire zotte
3.Coupe pomme d’amour en deux.
4.coupe onions en quatre .
5. plisse ou l’ail en gousses
6.Chauffe de L’huile dans caraille.
7.Ajoutte morceaux onions la ,vendiyon,gousses l’ail et deux trois feuilles caripoulé
et laisse roussi
8. quand line roussi et ki ou trouve l’ail ine demi cuit ,ajoute masala ,pomme
d’amour, inpé delo et bringelle coupé et ajoute ou disel .ou laisse li cuit.
9.Si ou envi ou capave mette bombli ou poisson salé frire .
10. Quand ou truv ine bien cuit ajoute ou feuille cotomili coupé et desanne caraille
depi lors difé .
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Recette Idli de Sheeba
Idli is one of the famous south breakfast eaten with variety of chutnies or sambar curry. Idli is a
combination of Urud dal and white rice fermented for hours.
Ingredients:
Raw rice - 250g
Urud dal - 125g
Water- as needed
Yogurt (yahourt) - 50ml
Method:
1. Soak the raw rice and urud dal separately for 5 hours.
2. Grind them separately adding little water to a fine thick paste.
3. Add salt to your taste and mix well.
4. Keep it overnight for 7 hours.
5. 30 minutes before cooking, add yogurt.
6. Ten minutes before steaming add 1/4 tsp soda bicarbonate to get a soft consisitency
7. Greese the idli stand with little oil.
8. Pour the batter to 3/4th of each steel idli mould.
9. Steam the idli on stove for 20 minutes
10. Leave the idli in the mould for 2 minutes and then remove them.
11. Serve the idli with cocconut chutney.
Source : http://www.ehoroscope2012.net/
December 2011 Horoscope
Aries : Lofty thoughts or long distance travel could have you in faraway places these
first few weeks. Long distance communication during this time is critical, so heads
up. Pay attention to what you say and what is being said. You will find you have a
responsibility to keep those communications clear and in order.
By Christmas Day, life will be at its tip-top best for you as you enjoy what could be
one of the best you’ve had in years. You could be on the verge of exploding with the
joy you receive and want to share with loved ones around you. This month you’ll be
doing a lot of sorting out. Your joint financial situation will look very rosy. Extra cash
may be flowing in and you may find yourself in a very secure position. Your
committed other, if there is one, will join you in your feeling of accomplishment. But
there is a darker side to this month. Friends may reveal their true natures to you.
There could be hidden jealousies and agendas you have been unaware of. You could
suffer the loss of what you thought was friendship. Keep an eye out for those who
want to take more than they are giving, especially around the 26, 27th.
Taurus : Watching the purse string this Holiday Season could pay off big for you.
You may find yourself wanting to give gifts of lasting value or of deep personal
meaning to the receiver. Remember that the greatest gift can’t be wrapped in
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colorful paper with a bright bow. That gift is Love.
Traveling back to your home or back to your roots could give you the greatest
holiday you may have had in some time. You have learned much this year about
what really matters in life. You may find yourself expressing what you have learned
to those close to you. You could surprise yourself with your newfound wisdom.
Gemini : These first few weeks of December, you could come to realize how valuable
that committed other is in your life. This could be the basis of some major changes
on your part. Remember always if you want changes to occur in your life, you must
make the first change. Let your partner show you what direction to take by paying
close attention to what is or isn’t said.
By the Big Day, You could have a new sense of the true value of giving. That is
receiving. Let your joy be your expression of gratitude as gifts are showered down on
you from not only those who love you, but from the efforts you have made in your
career.
Cancer : Taking on too much could render you a completely exhausted person by
the 21st. Slow down and relax. Things have a synergy and happen in their own time.
Or as we aging Hippies used to say, “Go with the flow, man.” You don’t wind up
getting a box of tissue for Christmas as you could wind up with a case of the sniffles.
Come the Big Day, this year, your committed other could surprise you with
something that could really enliven your life. This could be either tangible or
intangible, and even better, both. Just another word of caution here, with Jupiter in
you first house, be careful not to over indulge.
Leo : Roses in the snow could be blooming for you the first part of December. Or you
could have a burst of creative energy that will not be denied. Whatever the case is,
use the energy well. Do something to remember for the rest of your life. There is
such a powerhouse of energy in you that shouldn’t be left untouched.
This Christmas may find your heart moved to those who have so little. You may find
yourself involved in some last minute charity act that could bring you such joy as you
cannot believe. These acts would bring you fame or fortune, but they will give you
more than gave. What you get can only be held in your heart.
Virgo : You are going to want to make everything just as perfect for this Holiday as
you can. Trouble is that you may need time away from your career or workplace to
accomplish what you have planned. Seek outside help from those close to you for
this event. Involving others in your plans can surprise you with the results.
Romance for both committed and uncommitted Virgos is on Santa’s list for you this
Season. Be ready to welcome it. Don’t put up walls when you hear those sleigh bells
coming. Welcome Love with open arms. Also keep the mistletoe handy.
Libra : Get those cards out early this year. Make all those phone calls. Get the
shopping done early. Drop off gifts early. It’s going to be a mad house effort if you
don’t. Make a plan and a schedule and stick to it to avoid any last minute fire drills
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this Holiday Season.
I say these things because come the Big Day, you won’t want to budge from that
couch. You’ll probably want to keep everything at arm’s length for easy access, and
that includes the ones you love. This could also include a new face you found earlier
in the month. This will be a great Holiday for you Libra.
Scorpio : This year has been one of major changes for you. Your value system has
been turned upside down and inside out. Have you learned what really counts in life?
The Universe has put you on a very tight budget just to show you this. If you’ve
discovered what that is then the gifts you give this year will be more precious than
diamonds or gold.
This is a terrible time to change residences, but it could happen. Just try and have
things in line by the Holiday Season, just in case. Don’t overlook those important
cards or phone calls during the last part of the month. You could miss something that
could make this Holiday Season one of the best.
Sagittarius : Life of the party. You are on a roll this month! Places to go and things
to do. Busy, busy, and busy! You could attract the attentions of the opposite sex and
not even realize it as you scurry through the first three weeks of December. If you’re
committed to another, pay some extra attention to them during this period. Your
rose colored glasses may need a cleaning, Santa.
Then just when you get all the hustling and bustling taken care of, you settle in for
one great holiday season. It just doesn’t get any better than this. You’ll probably
want to spend as much time at home as you can this season, letting others come to
your house for a change.
Capricorn : As always this time of year, for the first three weeks of December you’ll
feel like your feet are dragging and you just need to catch a quick nap. Take it slow.
Have a plan and stick to it. Don’t try to overdo anything. There could be some health
issues that could mar the Holiday Season if you over do. So relax.
After the 21st, it will feel like something just breathed new life into you. You’ll be
feeling great and ready to party with the family and friends. There could be a very
special gift for you from your committed other under the tree this year. Pull the stops
out for once and show your appreciation.
Aquarius : Dreams and wishes come true for you all month long. This could be a
time of manifestation that could even surprise you for a change. Things that you
have been working on now seem to come to completion with ease and with wonderful
results. Friends stand at both hands and behind you during the first three weeks of
this month to enliven your outlook and bring joy to you wherever you may be.
However, don’t neglect that romantic someone in your life or suppress any creative
urges you have. They will be there to teach you something.
Don’t over indulge during the Holiday Season. You could pay for it with an upset
stomach or a BIG headache.
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Pisces Horoscope for December Month : Career glory is showered down on you
for the first three weeks of this month. It’s well earned. However, there has been a
cost and that has been your family life. Balance is so important and before you lose
something very valuable, take the time you need for that all-important home front.
This Holiday Season will be just a dream come true for you. Friends, family, hopes
fulfilled, and there could be romance for the unattached. It could find you just in time
for the Big Day so that you can have someone special to share the festivities with. As
Mars moves into your first house you could be feeling the warmth of passion rousing
you to let in a lover during this great period for you
Junior
L’enfant et le chien
Dominique, un petit bonhomme pas plus haut que trois pommes fréquentait l’école du village
depuis quelques mois déjà. C’était sa première année à l’école. Chaque matin, sac au dos, il
prenait le chemin de l’école avec, comme compagnon de route, Pipo. Pipo était le chien de
Dominique. C’était un chien qui ne prétendait pas concourir au titre du plus beau toutou du
village. Il était maigrichon et pas très beau mais il avait des yeux doux et un cœur rempli
d’amour pour son petit maître. Dominique ne considérait jamais Pipo comme son chien. Pipo
était pour lui son compagnon de jeux et son ami de toujours.
étaient inséparables et hors des heures de classes, on ne voyait jamais l’un sans
l’autre.
Chaque matin, arrivé devant la grille de l’école, Dominique le quittait et lui
demandait de rentrer à la maison. Dans les yeux de Pipo, on pouvait alors voir la
consternation et l’incompréhension. Il ne pouvait comprendre pourquoi son
maître passait tant d’heures dans ce bâtiment au lieu de gambader avec lui sur la
plage et dans les champs. Quelques fois, Dominique, en retard pour l’école,
courait sur la route avec Pipo derrière lui et ne s’arrêtait pas à la grille pour
demander à Pipo de repartir pour la maison. A la grande joie des autres élèves de la classe, Pipo
profitait de l’occasion pour se faufiler à toute vitesse dans la salle de classe et se refugier aux
pieds de son jeune maître. C’était toujours le brouhaha dans la salle de classe à ce moment là.
Les autres enfants s’approchèrent de Pipo, soit pour le caresser, soit pour le taper et Dominique
devait alors user de tous les subterfuges pour le faire partir. Dominique lui donnait alors des
petites tapes pour le déloger et Pipo reprenait tristement le chemin de la maison.
Ce jour là, Pipo gambadait gaiement à coté de Dominique. De temps en temps, Dominique
lançait au chien un morceau de pain que celui-ci prenait au vol et le croquait avidement. Arrivés
près de l’école, Dominique vit un attroupement. C’étaient des enfants qui entouraient un véhicule
de la M.S.P.C.A., ce véhicule synonyme de terreur pour les chiens errants. Mais Pipo n’était pas
un chien errant. Dominique ne comprit pas le danger qui pesait sur Pipo. Il avançait toujours,
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avec Pipo à côté de lui. Ils étaient arrivés devant la grille de l’école. Soudain, un homme en
uniforme, tenant un bâton au bout duquel était accroché un filet, se rua vers eux. Dominique
réalisa alors la terrible menace. Trop tard pour filer ! L’homme était à deux pas d’eux. Quand il
vit que l’homme voulût lancer le filet, Dominique se jeta sur Pipo, l’enserra de ses bras fragiles,
des bras d’enfant. Désorienté, l’homme resta cloué sur place, filet à la main. L’homme demanda
au petit de s’éloigner mais Dominique refusa, à la grande joie des enfants présents. L’homme
était perplexe. Il ne savait quoi faire.
Son travail consistait à attraper des chiens errants et non des petits
garçons. A nouveau, il gronda le gosse mais Dominique serrait Pipo
plus étroitement entre ses bras. De son petit corps, il fit un rempart pour
protéger Pipo de cet homme qui leur voulait du mal. Dominique se
demandait combien de temps l’homme resterait là avec son horrible filet
à la main. Les larmes lui montaient aux yeux et ruisselaient sur ses
joues. Ses larmes d’enfant se perdaient entre les poils de Pipo. Pipo
avait aussi compris le danger et se cramponnait à son maître. Dans son
cœur de chien, il avait appris à ne faire confiance qu’à Dominique et
pour lui, seul Dominique comptait. Il leva ses doux yeux vers l’homme
tandis que Dominique fourrait son visage dans le cou du chien. L’homme en maugréant baissa
les bras. On sentait bien qu’il était ému par les larmes du gosse. Lui aussi avait un gosse, un fils
qu’il aimait tant. Il se détourna de cette scène et grimpa dans le véhicule. Dominique restait là
avec son chien serré sur son cœur bien longtemps après que le véhicule fût disparu au détour de
la route. Ce matin là, Dominique n’apparût pas en classe.il reprit le chemin du retour avec Pipo à
ses côtés. Dominique pleurait silencieusement tandis que Pipo trainait les pattes.
Dès ce jour, on ne revit plus l’enfant et le chien sur la route de l’école. Chaque matin, c’était le
même déchirement pour le chien et l’enfant quand ce dernier prenait le chemin de l’école et que
le chien dans un effort suprême, tirait sur la corde qui le retenait prisonnier à un arbre.
Jay.
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Santé
Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.
- Will Rogers
Fitness for the Elders
Derniere Nouveauté en Médecine : Le Citron
Aspirin Therapy
FITNESS FOR THE ELDER PEOPLE
“Unlike a machine which deteriorates with time with constant use, our body if left unused
becomes defective”
As people become older their bodies become weaker and it becomes difficult to do everyday
work. They just give up and become sedentary. The truth is that staying physically active is the
key to good health well into later years. Regular exercises help prevent disease and assist in a
series of health benefits for the elder people.
Weight maintenance
Weight loss
Health life
Blood pressure
Cholesterol level
Reduce risks of bones fractures
(osteroposes)
FITNESS PROGRAM
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Reduce risks of cancer (intestine/ breast /
sex organs)
Reduce risks of joints problems
Mental depression
Social life
Physical activities can be of any form. There is no need to spend a lot of money on special
fitness programs or equipments. Physical exercises for the elderly will make their muscle
stronger and improve their body balance and body movements. Simple everyday normal
activities can help such as:
Walking
Cycling
Climbing stairs
Housework
gardening
SUGGESTIONS:
Exercise is better performed in the morning or evening
It should not be done on a full stomach
Begin with a slow and easy program
Swimming
Strength training
Shopping
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Choose activities that you like and easily accessible
Be realistic about what you can do
Exercise in group
Better consult your doctor before starting on a program
Drink water continuously
Joke : Exercise for seniors...
Just came across this exercise suggested for seniors, to build muscle strength in the arms and shoulders. It seems so
easy, so I thought I'd pass it on to some of my younger friends. The article suggested doing it three days a week.
Begin by standing on a comfortable surface, where you have plenty of room at each side.
With a 5-lb. potato sack in each hand, extend your arms straight out from your sides, and hold them there as long as
you can. Try to reach a full minute, then relax.
Each day, you'll find that you can hold this position for just a bit longer.
After a couple of weeks, move up to 10-lb. potato sacks.
Then 50-lb. potato sacks, and eventually try to get to where you can lift a 100-lb. potato sack in each hand and hold
your arms straight for more than a full minute.
After you feel confident at that level, put a potato in each of the sacks; but be careful.
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Ceci est la dernière nouveauté en médecine, effective pour contrer le cancer !!!
Bienfaits du citron :
- Le citron (citrus) est un produit miraculeux pour tuer les
cellules cancéreuses.
- Il est 10.000 fois plus puissant que la chimiothérapie.
- Pourquoi ne sommes-nous pas au courant de cela ?
- Parce qu'il existe des laboratoires intéressés par la
fabrication d'une version synthétique qui leur rapportera
d'énormes bénéfices.
- Vous pouvez désormais aider un ami qui en a besoin en lui
faisant savoir que le jus de citron lui est bénéfique pour prévenir la maladie.
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- Son goût est agréable et il ne produit pas les horribles effets de la chimiothérapie.
- Si vous en avez la possibilité, plantez un citronnier dans votre patio ou votre jardin.
- Combien de personnes meurent pendant que ce secret est jalousement gardé pour ne
pas porter atteinte aux bénéfices multimillionnaires de grandes corporations ?
- Comme vous le savez, le citronnier est bas, n'occupe pas beaucoup d'espace et est
connu pour ses variétés de citrons et de limes.
- Vous pouvez consommer le fruit de manières différentes : vous pouvez manger la
pulpe, la presser en jus, élaborer des boissons, sorbets, pâtisseries, ...
- On lui attribue plusieurs vertus mais la plus intéressante est l'effet qu'elle
produit sur les kystes et les tumeurs.
- Cette plante est un remède prouvé contre les cancers de tous types. Certains
affirment qu'elle est de grande utilité dans toutes les variantes de cancer.
- On la considère aussi comme un agent anti microbien à large spectre contre les
infections bactériennes et les champignons, efficace contre les parasites
internes et les vers, elle régule la tension artérielle trop haute et est
antidépressive, combat la tension et les désordres nerveux.
- La source de cette information est fascinante : elle provient d'un des plus grands
fabricants de médicaments au monde, qui affirme qu'après plus de 20 essais
effectués en laboratoire depuis 1970, les extraits ont révélé que:
- Il détruit les cellules malignes dans 12 types de cancer, y compris celui du
côlon, du sein, de la prostate, du poumon et du pancréas... - Les composés de
cet arbre ont démontré agir 10.000 fois mieux que le produit Adriamycin, une
drogue chimiothérapeute normalement utilisée dans le monde, en ralentissant la
croissance des cellules du cancer. - Et ce qui est encore plus étonnant : ce type de
thérapie avec l'extrait de citron détruit non seulement les cellules malignes du
cancer et n'affecte pas les cellules saines.
Aspirin also known as acetylsalicylic acid
(ASA), is a salicylate drug, often used as an
analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains,
as an antipyretic to reduce fever, and as an
anti-inflammatory medication. Aspirin has
been on the market for centuries and in the
70’s aspirin was described as the
rediscovered drug for the prevention of
heart disease as reported the Times
magazine and readers digests.
Aspirin also has an antiplatelet effect by
inhibiting the production of thromboxane,
which under normal circumstances binds
platelet molecules together to create a
patch over damaged walls of blood vessels.
Because the platelet patch can become too
Aspirin Therapy
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large and also block blood flow, locally and
downstream, aspirin is also used long-term,
at low doses, to help prevent heart attacks,
strokes, and blood clot formation in people
at high risk of developing blood clots It has
also been established that low doses of
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heart attack to reduce the risk of another
heart attack or of the death of cardiac
tissue.
Even in healthy people a low dose of aspirin
(75mg) after the age of 40 in men and sixty
in women is sufficient to reduce the risk of
heart attack especially for people who are
at risk of developing the disease such as
people with a strong family history of heart
disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and
stroke.
This year published in the daily mail that
studies have proved that aspirin taken
regularly has significantly reduced the risk
of bowel cancer. In 2010, a study suggested
patients given aspirin had a 25% lower risk
of death during that trial.
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Prof Peter Rothwell, from Oxford University,
who conducted that study said the latest
research "certainly helps to build a
consistent picture, all pointing in the same
direction that there is a link with reducing
cancer".
The main undesirable side-effects of aspirin
taken by mouth are gastrointestinal ulcers,
stomach bleeding, and tinnitus, especially in
higher doses. If you are in doubt about
taking aspirin you should consult your
doctor first.
Shiv S Naraynen (Mr.)
Cardiac Nurse Specialist
RGN ENB 124, 998, BSc (Hon) UK,
Non Medical Prescriber
A Glimpse of Tamil History
Vellyvoil Rajarethnum Moodeliar
An Indian Nationalist in Mauritius (1865-1876)*
Dr Sadasivam Jaganada Reddi
This is an extract of the article written by Dr S.J. Reddi. The full document
can be downloaded in the Archives Section.
A passing reference to V. Rajarethnum Moodeliar as Professor of Tamil at
the Royal College and a collaborator of A. de Plevitz, the erstwhile
champion of the Old Immigrants, is all that we know of Rajarethnum
during his brief stay in Mauritius. This brief mention fails to do justice to a
man – who was the first Indian nationalist to carry out social and political
activities in the Indian Community of Mauritius, and whose work
constitutes the foundation stone for the later emancipation of the
Indians. This article will seek to establish the role he played in Mauritius
between 1867 and 1876 and a study of his stay in the island reveals the tortured and tortuous path
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In 1854, Veliavel Annasamy Moodeliar, the well-known Indian proprietor and slave owner died
without leaving any heir in the island. Several years later, in 1867, V. Rajarethnum, his nephew
arrived in Mauritius on board of the “Amanda’ ‘with the view of receiving the amount due to me
and other heirs from the proceeds of the estate of my late uncle’. He was a young man of thirty
years old, with a solid education and a broad experience of life. In Madras he was already a
prominent member of his community, and coming from a rich and well-known family, he must
have already developed a taste for public life. We have not been able to find out anything related
to his education nor do we know what became of him after he returned to India in 1876. But
writings, we can safely deduce that he might have gone through a University education and was
certainly an intellectual. He appeared to have benefited from the best that an oriental culture and
a western education could provide in his native town of Madras. Endowed with a sharp intellect
and a superb memory, he had a great love for history, languages and politics. Not satisfied with
mere bookish knowledge, he had undertaken a ‘grand tour’ in the North of India, where he had
seen at first hand the diversity and plurality of his homeland. His love for India was all the more
increased, as his visits enabled him to become more acquainted with the great reform movement
that was under way in the Indian subcontinent.
Divers - Thoughts of Wisdom : Who am I?
How many among us have really once, asked ourselves this very simple question?
If such a question is put to someone, the answer seems quite easy and direct. The answer
would be: family name; last name; status; address; profession; religion and etc.But is it the
correct answer? This answer refers only to the physical relationships of the ‘body’ to his
immediate environment. The physical body becomes our identity. Many among us have heard
of “rebirth”, when someone remembers who he/she was in his/her previous birth. Now in this
particular case, we can say that the “body” has two distinct physical identities. Now, if this
particular person at this particular time is asked the famous question “who are you?” it makes
us wonder what will be the answer. So this brings us back to –who I am really?
We should understand that the body is just a ‘vehicle’ and the vehicle is not us. It is just like
someone taking a ride in a car and at the end of the journey he/she just leave the car behind
and carry on with his/her other activities. Likewise as we die, our body remains the same but
cannot ‘move’. While the body is still lying on the death bed, at our last breath, it instantly
becomes a corpse and loses its identity and the close ones would lament:”You have left me!
You have left me!’While the body is still there, then who has left? Has the departed one gone
to handle new responsibilities?
The conclusion is that what we really are reside in the body and the body is not us.
Who am I?
The correct answer is “I am the soul”.
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Hommages
Hommages à toi Adoo (1967 - 2006)
Ce 19 Décembre fera cinq ans que tu nous as laissé pour toujours notre cher Adoo.
Il n’y a pas assez des mots pour décrire nos chagrins et la douleur dans nos
cœurs. Tu as été un frère, un père, un oncle si aimé de tous que tu demeures dans
nos pensées. Nous prions Shiva pour que tu es bien la haut. Une prière sera dite ce
19 Décembre pour le repos de ton âme.
De la part de la famille Venethethan de Maurice et de Strasbourg.
NOTRE PAPA CHERI
Vadivel Kaillasson Caulee( 1931-2005)
Ce sera la sixieme année que vous ne serez pas parmi nous
Votre depart pour l’au delà ,a laissé un grand trou
Vous avez trimé pour notre Bonheur jusqu’au bout
Sans vous notre vie n’a plus le même goût .
Meme si physiquement vous n’êtes plus parmi nous
Vos conseils nous servent toujours de garde-fou
Nous avons perdu en vous notre plus grand bijou
D’où vous êtes ,je sais que vous avez toujours le regard sur nous .
L’éducation que vous nous avez offerte nous permette aujourdhui de gagner nos
sous.
Quand à Maman elle n’a jamais pu sortir de ce rude coup
Nous vous envoyons nos plus gros bisous
De la part de Vigom ,Naden,Ambal et Maman et toute la famille
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