Congratulations
Fr Wilfred Rodrigues OCD
Fr. Wilfred Rodrigues OCD presently the rector of the Carmelite novitiate house, Tapovana, Kushalnagar is awarded PhD in Philosophy by the University of Mysore for his thesis 'Personal Fulfillment and Happiness through Freedom from Cravings - A Comparative Study of Gautama Buddha and St. John of the Cross' which he defended on the 11th of March 2016. He finished his thesis in a record time of around three years. The research work was much appreciated by the external examiners as well as the guide and the members of the doctoral committee of the University of Mysore.
You have made us the Rodrigues Family and the entire Carmelite Order, especially the Karnataka-Goa Province, proud dear Fr. Wilfy! It is a very good contribution both to the field of Philosophy as well as Spirituality. May your expertise help millions of people to free themselves from their cravings so that they may find fulfillment and happiness in their lives!
With heartfelt appreciation and congratulations –
Mrs. Monthy Rodrigues (Mai),
Rev Sr Geetha B.S (Leena Rodrigues), Germany,
Rev Fr Arun Rodrigues SAC, Canada, Sisters and Brothers-in-law,
Brothers and Sisters-in-law, Nieces and Nephews and Grand niece
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