Tag: Mahant Swami Maharaj
A Moment of True Humility: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
A Sacred Moment in Edison It was September 13, 2017, in Edison, USA—a serene morning filled with devotion and grace. Mahant Swami Maharaj had just completed the murti-pratishtha of Ghanshyam Maharaj, a sacred and joyous milestone for devotees around the world. The rituals were over, and the air buzzed with energy as volunteers prepared the annakut, arranging offerings with loving care. In the midst of this bustle, Swamishri quietly walked toward the gathering area and, without a word, sat down on the carpeted floor. There was no chair.But there was also no hesitation, no discomfort, and no sign of expectation. [Read More…]
The Power of Patient Faith: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
A Journey That Began Alone In the quiet, unassuming village of Bijal, a young man named Vitthalbhai Rathva made a decision that would shape not only his life, but the destiny of countless others.His home environment was far from spiritual—meat at every meal, addictions in the house, and no space for prayer or devotion. Yet Vitthalbhai did not argue, demand change, or preach. Instead, he chose the harder path: to walk the journey alone, with God as his only companion. Choosing Devotion Over Comfort He drew water daily from the river, cooked his own meals, and upheld every spiritual discipline [Read More…]
The Strength of Quietly Stepping Back: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
A Quiet Evening, A Profound Lesson It was the evening of May 14, 2018, in Bangalore’s Jalaram Mandir—a day that would leave behind not just memories, but meaning. At the humble invitation of the temple trustees, Mahant Swami Maharaj arrived, greeted everyone with warmth, and with quiet reverence, offered a garland to Jalaram Bapa. He picked up the aarti thali himself and began the sacred ritual. The temple hall was filled with the soft flicker of lamps and the melody of devotion. Yet, within moments, Swamishri’s act took an even more beautiful turn. After a few rotations of the flame, [Read More…]
Celebrating 100 Tribal Weddings: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
When Celebration Becomes Seva Anniversaries are meant for celebration—but at the Himmatnagar Mandir’s 10-year anniversary, celebration transformed into something deeper. It became seva—pure, selfless service—and ultimately, a living expression of divine compassion. From Surat, Guruhari Mahant Swami Maharaj made a quiet yet profound request to Pujya Divyapurush Swami in Gondal. His words carried both simplicity and depth: “Gift each of our 100 tribal couples a cupboard—fill their homes, not with donations, but with prasadi.” In those few words lay an entire philosophy of bhakti in action. For Mahant Swami Maharaj, seva was never about giving from afar—it was about infusing [Read More…]
Finding Freedom from Swabhāvs…
In the serene training grounds of Sarangpur, a profound conversation unfolds—one that reaches across centuries to answer a very modern question: Why, despite our best intentions, do we remain trapped by our own negative tendencies? The answer, found in a concise yet powerful scripture, offers nothing less than a transformative path to inner peace. The Core Problem: It’s Not the Symptom, It’s the Disease We often believe our unhappiness is caused by external circumstances—a missed promotion, a harsh word from a colleague, or a friend’s success that overshadows our own. We focus on these surface-level symptoms, pouring our energy into [Read More…]
Compassion: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
A Day of 1,182 Blessings Compassion Without Fatigue On November 10, 2018, in the small village of Bhadra, India, devotion filled the air. The mandir corridors overflowed as hundreds lined up for a moment of grace with Guruhari Mahant Swami Maharaj. That afternoon alone, he personally blessed 1,182 devotees—each with the same serene smile, the same gentle attention. When Pujya Dharmakuvar Swami finally voiced what many were wondering—“Swamishri, you bless more than 1,200 devotees in an hour. Don’t you get tired?”—Swamishri’s eyes gleamed with calm joy. “No—I enjoy it.” Dharmakuvar Swami laughed, admitting that he would have collapsed from exhaustion. [Read More…]
Accepting Humility just from a Pair of Sandals : A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
A Quiet Evening, A Powerful Gesture When Reverence Stopped the World for a Moment September 4, 2018 – Ahmedabad. The evening was calm as Guruhari Mahant Swami Maharaj stepped out for a simple walk through the mandir’s corridors. But a few steps later, something extraordinary unfolded in the most ordinary of places. As he passed by the kitchen, Swamishri noticed a neatly arranged line of sandals belonging to sadhus—simple, worn, and unremarkable to most. Yet in that humble row of footwear, he saw holiness. Without hesitation, he paused, folded his hands, and bowed his head in full pranam. “Here was [Read More…]
Finding True Value: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
In a world driven by the allure of the latest gadget, the trendiest outfit, and the next big purchase, it’s all too easy to lose sight of what really matters. We chase after material comforts, hoping they’ll fill the void inside us, only to discover that the emptiness remains. Yet, hidden in the life of Mahant Swami Maharaj is a quiet counterpoint to this relentless pursuit—a story of humility, devotion, and unwavering simplicity that offers a profound lesson for us all. The Tale of a Two-Anna Rosary On November 21, 2016, during his daily cheshta—a ritual of devotion—Pujya Mahant Swami [Read More…]
Mastering your Influences
The Company You Keep: How Your Associations Shape Your Spiritual Destiny In the spiritual journey, we often wonder what determines our path. Is it our past karma? Divine grace? Or something more within our control? The ancient wisdom of the Vachanamrut reveals a profound truth about what truly shapes our spiritual destiny. The Eight Factors That Influence Your Life Shriji Maharaj identifies eight key factors that actively influence our present reality: Desh (place), Kaal (time), Kriya (actions), Sang (company), Mantra (words), Shastra (scriptures), Diksha (initiation), and Dhyan (thoughts). These aren’t abstract concepts but practical elements we encounter daily. Your Present [Read More…]
Seeing Extraordinary in Every Soul: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
March 16, 2019. Navsari, Gujarat. The evening celebration had just concluded. Mahant Swami Maharaj, having blessed the assembly, quietly made his way to the car waiting to take him back to the Sant Ashram. As the vehicle gently pulled away, his gaze caught something that made him pause. There they were—lined up with innocent smiles and hopeful eyes—a group of young boys, patiently waiting for one last glimpse of their beloved Guru. A sevak sant, noticing Swamishri’s glance, leaned forward and explained, “Swami, these are the boys who performed for you tonight.” Instantly, Swamishri’s eyes welled up with love. These [Read More…]