Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Guru Poornima-A day of the Devotees



Celebrating the essence and the presence of ‘The Devine’ in our life.. Celebrating the grace and blessings showered in our life..

Rejoicing by tuning in to the melody of Satsang.. Rejoicing in meditation and offering gratitude through sacred chants..

Smiling and warding off all worries and fear.. Smiling and surrendering to the blissful aura of our Gurudev..


An experience to cherish, an opportunity sure not to miss,I say. The evening on the eve of Guru Poornima started with devotional bhajans praising Lord Shiva, Durga mata, Krishna and not to forget the beloved Lord Ganesha.


The devotees were equal participants along with the lead singers and the orchaestra. Enthusiasm and happiness was as though forming waves, to reach out high to Guruji. Guruji ‘s photograph was all in décor, in his charismatic smile, fresh garlands teaming up all through the programme. The devotees love is much more than the flowers offered in love and respect.


It was as though Guruji was right there even though unseen, smiling, singing and dancing with each one of us.
There was oneness all around. I just closed my eyes and became a part. Music was in the air, in the mind, in the heart. Music that brought everyone together! Music that evoked happiness and smile!



Followed by Gurupuja through chanting .This symbolized the true vedic chants to praise our Guru. The moon meditation was unbelievable. It was as though I was taking a walk in the clouds on a full moon night. Moonlight was my torchbearer and the twinkling stars welcomed me to the celestial abode. Even though it was getting a bit strenuous for my legs sitting squatted, I felt the pain vanish to the experience so pure and graceful. I was blessed and smiled.


A knowledge tape was played where Guruji answered to many questions of the devotees seated quite calm and cool. Relaxed and smiling while he explained. An evening full of gratitude and fun with satsang left everyone in high spirits and the ‘prashad’ to mark a pleasant depart for one and all.


Jai Gurudev..

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