A Holy Dip in the Ocean of Knowledge
Shikha Tulshan
Chh. Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad)
The week finally arrived with an aura of festivity continued from the previous months. The week that we were preparing ourselves for since a year! Much before, Maa had guided us to introspect and contemplate upon the purpose of the Mahayagnya, so that we could follow the disciplines of being a true adhikari for Shravanam, Smaranam, Nidhidhyaasan of the most revered text – Sreemad Bhaagwatam
As we all solemnized at the Feet of Sree Guru Parampara on the day Maaji arrived by offering Sree Guru Paad Puja to align ourselves with the sacred Value system, our revered Sree Sadgurus stand firmly on – Maa blessed us with a raksha kavach, by tying a raksha mauli to safeguard the Spiritual endeavours during and after the Mahayagnya.
As the Katha began the next day with prayers and invocations, Maa ji started unfolding the profound beauty of the Vedantic depths and significance of the sacred Text:
The contrasting analogy of Raja Parikshit ji, associating completely with Lord upon knowing that he was going to die, as against that of Kansa, giving in to fear completely, knowing - that he was nearing his death! Death is inevitable! Should I live in bliss in the thought of Lord or in fear day after day, month after month, year after year? Where will it lead me?
The beautiful illustration of the churning of the ocean is the entire process of Dhyaan Yog Saadhna.
The unforgettable Incarnations of the Lord from time to time felt as though Lord has just incarnated for us! And why not? The whole place was reverberating only by His presence.
The coming of Sree Sanat kumaras, Sree Narad Bhagwaan ji in between the katha, felt like They were too just there! Right There! The sacred Mantras given by Them can never be forgotten –
Hari Sharanam, Hari Sharanam…. Hari Sharanam, Hari Sharanam…. &
Aum Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaaya, Aum Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaaya.
Aum Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaaya…. Aum Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaaya.
The stories of Jad Bharat ji, Ajaamil ji, Vipra Patni Moksh, Sudama ji were just very few in the mighty river of knowledge that was flowing for 7 days, with life invigorating teachings.
It will not be possible to pen down even 1/100th of what was experienced then and the impression it has made.
Manishji’s presence with us throughout was like the anchor for the canvas (our mind) to hold, ready to get the divine strokes of vivid colours from Guru Maa ji of the most sacred Text. Indeed, grateful to him for his valuable time.
Truly grateful to Smt. Madhavi ji & Sri. Kunal Thirani ji for offering the stage for Divinity to unfold. Gratitude to all seekers who could make it from Delhi NCR, Dubai, Assam for coming all the way and becoming a part of the endeavor so selflessly and effortlessly, thus completing our family of SISS. Special thanks to other Study Circle members of Chh. Sambhaji Nagar for their tireless efforts in the Mahayagnya.
Immense gratitude at the Lotus Feet of Maa ji for showering Her divine blessings on us.
At the Holy Altar of Sree Guru Parampara,
Hari Aum Tat Sat!