Re: [Goanet] Late Dr. Teotonio de Souza
GL responds: I think John Nazareth's question to Dr. Teo is very pertinent given the several negative accounts Teo has written about the Church, the Jesuits and their founder St. Francis Xavier. As I have written before, Teo's account of the Catholic Church, Jesuits and SFX would be read as an account of a divorced man who is writing about his ex-wife family. These issues some of us raised with Teo over the last few years, with no clarification. Some may think this is writing about a person who cannot defend himself. Yet, that is precisely what Teo does to St. Francis Xavier, his work and writings. Perhaps now both of them can square it out themselves mano -o- mano. Yet one person sacrificed and endured for Jesus. While the other pontificated about Him. I am only talking about Teo the historian and his work which will be quoted extensively by many who do not know Teo's background. What is even worse Goans of today and tomorrow will be living with his legacy. Regards, GL -From: Eugene Correia Why should have Dr. Teo tell him? That's personal and he was right to be evasive. Was John interviewing him on his personal life or in context of the 1st Int'l Goan Convention's 30th anniversary? If John wants to know the answer, let him try the Superior-General of the Jesuits. --- John Nazareth wrote: When he was asked why he left the Jesuits, he said "I gave 26 of the best years of my life to Jesus and He will not forget me." -- John Nazareth, Toronto, February 2019. Roland Francis wrote: Something is missing somewhere. Teotonio's answer did not address the question.
[Goanet] What A Mother-In-Law Will Do
To those of you who have seen Aunty Maggy get frustrated when looking for a prospective online bride for her Bosco, here she is, checking on the girlfriend. Maybe you have figured out that Millie is actually Aunty Maggy in a double role. https://youtu.be/Gnx4gLc5XwI Roland. Toronto.
[Goanet] Maz Jobrani in Doha.
A popular stand-up, who is Iranian-American and married to an Indian woman Preetha. They live in California. https://youtu.be/9kxL9Cf46VM Roland. Toronto.
Re: [Goanet] Late Dr. Teotónio de Souza
Since John hasn't answered the question as to what he did for the First Int"l Goan Convention, he has dodged it well. I am re-posting below how Teotonio was persuaded to join the video interview after first declining it. I haven't understood when John says, "True, Roland." Did John mean he played no role in planning and hosting the Convention? However, he was in command of the anniversary celebrations, and that takes the cake. Yes, "ajeeb" hai Uganda ke log. Teo writes I am informed that the Goan community in Canada is planning to commemorate 30th anniversary of its Toronto Convention of 1988 with an evening of celebrations on Nov. 3. Among other items of the programme there is interest in listening to Goan historians / academics by video chats. I have an invitation to be a part of this item, but I had to decline to be true to my sincere feelings. My reply to the rep of the subcommittee chairing the event was the following: "Dear John Nazareth But for your sporadic contact, Eugene Correia’s interventions on Goa Research Net, and occasional postings of my cousin Archie Braganza on that same forum, the Goan community in Canada is non-existent for me! Very sorry to say that. I remember having contributed a piece to the souvenir of your 1988 convention, and what I said in it remains valid and was reinforced in my Afterword (pp 165-166) to my latest book “Goa outgrowing Postcolonialism”(2014). Against this background please understand that I do not feel at all motivated to send you a video chat as you request." I would add: Where are the new generations of Canadian Goans and what do they feel and do for Goa they presumably cherish? Teotonio R. de Souza - Eugene Correia On Mon, Feb 25, 2019 at 2:00 AM Eugene Correia wrote: > Why should have Dr. Teo tell him? That's personal and he was right to be > evasive. Was John interviewing him on his personal life or in context of > the 1st Int'l Goan Convention's 30th anniversary? > If John wants to know the answer, let him try the Superior-General of the > Jesuits. > Let me ask John what he did in the planning and hosting of the Convention? > > Eugene > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Feb 24, 2019, at 4:11 PM, Roland Francis > wrote: > > > > John Nazareth wrote: > > When he was asked why he left the Jesuits, he said "I gave 26 of the > best years of my life to Jesus and He will not forget me." -- John > Nazareth, Toronto, February 2019. > > > > Something’s missing somewhere. Teotonio’s answer did not address the > question. > > > > Roland. > > Toronto. > > >
[Goanet] PROGRESSIVEMonday Muse (25 February 2019)
Monday Muse (25 February 2019) PROGRESSIVE Creative entrepreneurs, Rajdeep Naik and Suchita Narvekar have been regular rebels. Besides following their passion, they display social commitment through their plays, films and more importantly, through their positive actions, in personal and social space. One more such illustration happened at their marriage ceremony. Rajdeep walked in with the Constitution of India in his hands. Suchita glowed without the rule of wearing gold ornaments. A lady priest led them (and the audience) through explained rituals of the Rashtra Seva Dal – an organisation that follows the ideals of Jyotiba, Savitribai Phule and other reformists. Instead of ‘pheras’ around the fire, they walked together around the map of India. Water brought from their two villages was showered on a mango sapling. Family members took turns to light up a lampstand. They took vows of gender equality, social responsibility, responsive togetherness and other progressive commitments. Progressive is not just about being the opposite of regressive or conservative. People, who are progressive, initiate and involve in reform. They are interested in positive transformation and progress in thought and behaviour. They like new ways of doing things and are open-minded about change. Rajdeep and Suchita are worthy role models. Their marriage turned into an inspirational instance. The curbing of wasteful expenditure, the dropping of meaningless ceremonies, the gift of Suchita’s evocative drama-scripts to the guests… in more ways than one, the marriage had many meaningful messages. Many, who are progressive in personal space, find it tough to be such in social site. We succumb to real or imagined pressure. Rajdeep and Suchita deserve greater appreciation for not only making the choice but taking the time and effort to get all loved ones on board. After all, being progressive is worthier as a collective ideal! When the rebels walk a progressive way They encourage others to similarly stray! ~ Pravin K Sabnis MONDAY MUSE is written for over 15 years (since the first Monday of 2004) by Goa based Experiential Life Coach, Pravin K. Sabnis. Send your feedback to 91-8698672080 or unlearning.unlimi...@gmail.com Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
[Goanet] war memorial with names etched
War memorial with names It just another memorial , which in no way raise the bar of our gratitude and honour to the martyrs It is an imitation of USA memorial with names etched on black granite marble. The best memorial is at India Gate, which on ceremonious occasion receives revered attention by dignitaries. Some monuments stand as mere sentinels, poorly maintained and lost in importance soon after inauguration. Imagine 25 000 names of brave soldiers, who are just names without connections to their acts of bravery and valour. How long would it take to find out a known name in the list? How many hours to browse, scan through 25K names, if one was interested? Is there a screen provided with moving names. It appears to be misplaced act of just another monument at tax payers’ expense, when all such names must be readily available with defense archives. Is a brochure of names available at sight.? Is it a compliment to the monument of unknown soldier? The political party is boasting of unique act with no practical benefits flowing to the fallen soldiers family or loved ones. What does an unknown name mean to the visitors standing in respect at the foot of the monument ? Is it an outstanding architectural masterpiece which is awe inspiring? Creating hype as unique recognition by a single political party for the first time and for political mileage at public expense is in absolute poor taste. It is the Nation that pays respect to the martyrs for the sacrifices, which would be more elevating thought of nationalism and patriotism rather than limiting and usurping its scope for party credit .There are enough monuments in states and adding one more as more distinct is superfluous, not necessary. Instead improve the conditions of their families and children, provide them facilities to function well, and raise the standards of their living conditions in service. The way our wounded, maimed veterans, retired soldiers have to fend for themselves to get their legitimate dues is a disgrace to speak of Nations gratitude. The pain in the bosoms of fallen soldiers ,in our hearts too is no consolation in action. The way the states vie with each other to offer compensation is shameful because all lives are equally important and treated equally as such .Another monument for all are those rendered invalid in wars may be next in line as their sufferings are no less in comparison Nelson Lopes Chinchinim
Re: [Goanet] Late Dr. Teotónio de Souza
True, Roland But when Jesus was asked, "who is my neighbour?" he didn't answer that either. He answered the question that was not asked - how to be a neighbour to somebody. That was the point I took from Teo's answer. He told us what was more important. John -Original Message- From: Goanet [mailto:goanet-boun...@lists.goanet.org] On Behalf Of Roland Francis Sent: February 24, 2019 4:11 PM To: goa...@goanet.org Subject: [Goanet] Late Dr. Teotónio de Souza John Nazareth wrote: When he was asked why he left the Jesuits, he said "I gave 26 of the best years of my life to Jesus and He will not forget me." -- John Nazareth, Toronto, February 2019. Something’s missing somewhere. Teotonio’s answer did not address the question. Roland. Toronto.
Re: [Goanet] Dr. Teo -- Maker of history
Dr. Teo didn't "make" history but unearthed and interpreted history. The only thing he created was the XCHR as a world-class institution that will stand for all time. It will serve as an important corollary to GU. As much as it is a gift to Goa, in particular to its student population, is the Jesuits' addition to its educational insiitutions in India. Regarding Fred's including Teo in with the "Kosambi duo -- D.D and Dharmand" as intellectuals that Goa doesn't deserve, and "society fails to recognize its own," all have been recognized for their intellectual output and contribution to Goa's history. A small group may be unhappy for whatever reasons but there cannot be denying that they wrote as they saw it. If the "culture of dissent" was missing then and may have been not as rigorous as one expected, the same dosen't hold true today. Now that Teo is no more, his works remain to be dissected or challenged. Fred's essay is repeated in the Feschirift, published 12 years ago, on Teo's 60th birthday. Eugene Correia Sent from my iPad
Re: [Goanet] Goan tit-bits of By-gone days
lovely write up On Monday, February 25, 2019, 2:42:04 PM GMT+4, Mervyn Maciel wrote: Thanks Armand for that wonderful trip down memory lane. It brought back many a happy memory of my childhood days spent in what was then 'unspoilt Goa'. You've covered almost every aspect of what life was in those care-free days. I can still recall the days when our village tailor came home and sewed any number of garments - not just shirts, shorts of even pyjamas - but also pillow cases and bedsheets or whatever else he was asked to do- and all this, for a mere song! Mervyn Maciel
[Goanet] AIFF REPORT: AIFF LEAGUE COMMITTEE MEETS AT FOOTBALL HOUSE
Dear Colleagues, Please find the report regarding the AIFF League Committee meeting below. Read more: https://the-aiff.com/news-center-details.htm?id=9481 -- *Shoubhik Mukhopadhyay** | Asst. Manager (Media) All India Football Federation * All India Football Federation *|* Football House *|* Sector 19 *|* Dwarka *|* New Delhi *|* 110075 *|* India *M* +91 81 3059 6933* |* *T* +91 (0) 11 2804 1433 *|* *F* +91 (0)11 2804 1434 https://twitter.com/IndianFootball || www.facebook.com/TheIndianFootballTeam/ || https://www.instagram.com/indianfootball/|| www.twitter.com/ileagueofficial || www.facebook.com/ileagueofficial || www.instagram.com/ileagueofficial ||
[Goanet] Indian co-production wins OSCAR for Best Documentary category
Indian co-production "Period. End of Sentence" won the Academy Award in the Best Documentary (Short Subject) category. Directed by Iranian-American filmmaker Rayka Zehtabchi, the film follows the women of Hapur district near Delhi fighting the stigma over menstruation by using a sanitary pad-making machine. Co-producer Guneet Monga was elated upon winning the award. “To Every Girl On This Earth... Know That You Are A Goddess...” she tweeted. The 25-minute documentary explores the shame attached to menstruation and dealing with menstrual hygiene effectively. A group of women is given a sanitary pad-making machine, invented by Arunachalam Murugantham, the entrepreneur played by Akshay Kumar in the 2018 movie Pad Man. The women go from door to door, selling sanitary pads and creating awareness about menstrual hygiene. Guneet Monga, who runs the company Sikhya Entertainment, has produced several films and documentaries, including The Lunchbox, Gangs of Wasseypur, Masaan, Tigers and Haraamkhor. https://scroll.in/reel/914485/indian-co-production-period-end-of-sentence-wins-an-oscar - Eddie
Re: [Goanet] Goan Tit-Bits of Bygone Days (Armand Rodrigues)
In other words, tits are okay.. Your choice, as they say in India -- same-same. haha Eugene Sent from my iPad > On Feb 25, 2019, at 1:29 AM, Frederick Noronha > wrote: > > Tidbit vs. titbit > In American and Canadian English, tidbit is the preferred spelling of > the noun referring to (1) a choice morsel or (2) a pleasing bit of > something. Titbit is preferred everywhere else. Neither spelling is > right or wrong. Titbit is older, but tidbit is etymologically > justifiable (the first syllable likely comes from the archaic > colloquialism tid, meaning tender). And tidbit is not so new itself; > it was well established in American English by the early 1800s. > https://grammarist.com/spelling/tidbit-titbit/ > >> On Mon, 25 Feb 2019 at 11:56, Eugene Correia >> wrote: >> >> Goa's "tits"? A don't mind the "bits", morsels of pao. haha >> >> Eugene > > > -- > FN* फ्रेड्रिक नोरोन्या * فريدريك نورونيا +91-9822122436 > AUDIO: https://archive.org/details/@fredericknoronha > TEXT: http://bit.ly/2SBx41G PIX: http://bit.ly/2Rs1xhl > Can't get through on mobile? Please SMS/WhatsApp
Re: [Goanet] Late Dr. Teotónio de Souza
Why should have Dr. Teo tell him? That's personal and he was right to be evasive. Was John interviewing him on his personal life or in context of the 1st Int'l Goan Convention's 30th anniversary? If John wants to know the answer, let him try the Superior-General of the Jesuits. Let me ask John what he did in the planning and hosting of the Convention? Eugene Sent from my iPad > On Feb 24, 2019, at 4:11 PM, Roland Francis wrote: > > John Nazareth wrote: > When he was asked why he left the Jesuits, he said "I gave 26 of the best > years of my life to Jesus and He will not forget me." -- John Nazareth, > Toronto, February 2019. > > Something’s missing somewhere. Teotonio’s answer did not address the question. > > Roland. > Toronto. >
Re: [Goanet] NOT WITH ME ANYMORE
Celibacy is not an option, as the Vatican thinks so. Any other suggestions? Let those who left the Church be rejoice,including Atheists. Why are they so worried if the Church is going through hell? Eugene . Sent from my iPad
[Goanet] Goan tit-bits of By-gone days
Thanks Armand for that wonderful trip down memory lane. It brought back many a happy memory of my childhood days spent in what was then 'unspoilt Goa'. You've covered almost every aspect of what life was in those care-free days. I can still recall the days when our village tailor came home and sewed any number of garments - not just shirts, shorts of even pyjamas - but also pillow cases and bedsheets or whatever else he was asked to do- and all this, for a mere song! Mervyn Maciel
