Embracing Unity and Prosperity: Manager’s Onam Message to the Bishop Jerome Community
On the auspicious occasion of Onam, Fr. Benjamine Palliyadiyil extends warm greetings and a soulful message of brotherhood, justice, and collective effort to bring back the timeless values of Mahabali’s legendary reign.
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"നമ്മുടെ ഈ മല നാട്ടിൽ നിന്നും അധർമ്മികളാലും സ്വാർത്ഥമതികളാലും ചവിട്ടി പുറത്താക്കപ്പെട്ട മാവേലിയെ, മഹാബലിയെ, സർവ്വ നന്മകളുടെയും പ്രതിരൂപത്തെ തിരികെ ഈ മല നാട്ടിലേക്ക് കൊണ്ടു വരുവാനുള്ള, നമ്മുടെ ആവേശവും യത്നവുമാകട്ടെ നമ്മുടെ എല്ലാ ഓണാഘോഷങ്ങളുടെയും പിന്നിലുണ്ടാകേണ്ട, ഏക ചേതോവികാരം."
The Essence of Onam: A Call for Transformation and Goodwill
As the state of Kerala blooms into the festive spirit of Onam, Bishop Jerome Institute (BJI), Kollam, joins in celebrating this vibrant festival of joy, togetherness, and cultural heritage. Onam is not merely a festival of flowers, feast, and grandeur; it carries a deep socio-cultural awakening that resonates through generations.
In a special address to students, faculty, and well-wishers, Fr. Benjamine Palliyadiyil (Manager, Bishop Jerome Engineering College & Director, Quilon Law Library) highlighted the true spirit behind our annual celebrations.
The core message reminds us that King Mahabali represents the ultimate embodiment of virtue, equality, selflessness, and truth. In modern times, bringing back King Mahabali signifies restoring these very values into our everyday lives, academia, and societal responsibilities—overcoming selfishness and injustice with collective effort and enthusiasm.
Pillars of the Onam Message
- Restoration of Goodness: Working together to champion righteousness, truth, and community service.
- Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Kerala's rich heritage with a spirit of oneness beyond boundaries.
- Purposeful Celebration: Ensuring that all festive events inspire personal growth, ethical dedication, and social welfare.
The Bishop Jerome Institute fraternity wishes everyone a joyous, peaceful, and prosperous Onam filled with love, health, and success!
Fr. Benjamine Palliyadiyil
Manager, Bishop Jerome Engineering College
Director, Quilon Law Library