Prashanthi Bulletin - June 2nd, 2005

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Deepak Arjandas Bharwani <saienterprises

 

Prashanthi Bulletin

June 2nd, 2005

 

Suddenly around 12 noon there were strong rumours that Swami was

likely to come to Parthi today. This came as a real surprise and

immediately, all of us started discussing about the various

arrangements to be done. However, we were not very sure as Bhagawan

had not yet left Brindavan and therefore, we were still wondering

whether this news was true or whether Bhagawan was planning to visit

some devotees house in Bangalore.

 

But at 12.45 p.m. Swami did leave Brindavan for Parthi. Mango leaves

were tied across the entrances of the College, Hostels and even on

the roads leading to the Mandir. Suddenly, there was joy and cheer in

the air. All of us were smiling and feeling a surge of excitement and

thrill in our hearts, maybe just as the residents of Ayodhya would

have felt when Lord Rama returned from exile!

 

However, as there was not much time, no floral decorations or

Rangolis could be made on the road leading to the Mandir, as the

local Samithi members usually do. By 3.00 p.m. all of us were leaving

to the Mandir. The Vedam group rushed with their red dhotis and the

Poorna Kumbham. The young school boys dressed in colourful clothes,

were rehearsing for the Bhangda dance to welcome Bhagawan. By 3.15

p.m. all were seated in the Mandir. Just a few minutes more and we

could hear a lot of hush-hush. The siren of the escort group was

already being heard. The school children in colourful attire came

running and panting. Just as they reached the Gopuram gate and took

their positions, the lead vehicle of the convoy entered the Mandir.

 

Within seconds, Swami's car made a grand entry into the Mandir. The

Vedam group chanted Mantra Pushpam with a high pitch, the vibrations

echoing in the sparsely filled Kulwant Hall. Bhagawan had arrived in

the Mercedes Benz. The car proceeded slowly and took a turn towards

the Poornachandra Hall. Brother Satyajit seated next to Swami,

indicated for the Aarti to be given. Even as the welcome song had

just begun, it faded away and the Aarti took over. The Benz moved

towards Poornachandra.

 

We all continued to sit over there to participate in the Bhajans from

5.00 to 5.30. We were almost sure that Swami would rest for the day

and we would get Darshan only tomorrow. But with Swami, who can ever

predict anything! As the last few Bhajans were going on, there was a

sudden movement near the Ladies side. All the devotees rushed towards

the pathway. Bhagawan came in the Toyota Porte car. He was seated in

the front with the window glass open. All of us could catch a nice

glimpse of Swami. The car took a turn from the Ladies side and

stationed itself near the interview room.

 

The Pujari performed Aarti and then Swami looked at the Vedam student

holding the Poorna Kumbham. Bhagawan called him front and Blessed the

Poorna Kumbham (which we had taken for granted would never happen

this time!) Swami also spoke to him and asked him from which place he

had come. The student was stunned and delighted at this shower of

unexpected Grace! Slowly, the car reversed and moved out. Then

instead of moving towards the Poornachandra, Swami passed through the

Gopuram gate and went out. Many devotees rushed out to have yet

another glance. We remained seated there, waiting for Swami to

return. After a while, not seeing any signs of His immediate return

we dispersed.

 

What transpired then is not clear but at 6.30 pm, most surprisingly,

as mysteriously as Swami came to Parthi, the convoy went back to

Brindavan. Yes, I'm sure you must be finding it hard to believe.

Swami has returned to Brindavan. Now that is Bhagawan!! Who can ever

understand His mysterious ways? We all wondered whether there was

some great devotee waiting somewhere with a pining heart for whom

Swami made this trip. But then, can we ever comprehend the mysterious

ways of the Lord? Let us just experience and enjoy Him!