Prashanthi Bulletin - June 20th, 2005

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June 20th, 2005 This morning Darshan was at 8.05 a.m. Swami spoke to the Vice

Chancellor and other authorities. Then He Blessed some of the faculty members

and senior students who were to proceed for a reconnaissance of some of the

villages in Puttaparthi, in regard to the Grama Seva. Later Swami called them

to the Poornachandra Hall and spent nearly an hour taking to them and giving

them important instructions. He again returned to the Mandir for taking Aarti,

gave an interview to some devotees and then returned to the Pornachandra Hall.

In the evening, Swami came out for Darshan at 3.25 p.m. Today is the 3rd

anniversary of the Deenajanodarana Pathakam (Orphanage started by Swami). The

students of the Orphanage were ready with a programme. At 3.40 p.m., the

children began their colourful presentation. It was a mix of dances, Burra

Katha, short skits. The audio recording was very professional and the children

did put up a very good show. It was full of Swami's teachings. The highlights

being: Naamasmarana, Importance of good company, Money comes and goes but

Morality comes and grows, Loka Samasta Sukhino Bhavantu... and so on. The

programme came to a close at 4.30 p.m. after which Bhajans began. The children

were all seated at the rear end of the Kulwant Hall, waiting eagerly for Swami

to talk to them or Bless them. At 4.45 p.m. Aarti was given. Swami chose to

come along the Gents side and get into the car. As He got into the car, He

again asked the Bhajan boys to start Bhajans. We were a little surprised. But

Swami had His own plans! He sat there listening to a few Bhajans and then

signaled the driver to reverse the car. The car went near the interview room,

took a turn and then Swami moved towards the Gopuram gate. However, He went

just close to the Deenajanodarana Children and spent some time talking to them.

After that, the car again reversed and returned to the interview room. Then

began a series of Blessings! Swami called for the children scene by scene and

Blessed them. All along, Bhajans were going on in the background. Meanwhile all

the children came forward and sat down. After this, Swami went into the

interview room and gave the Bangalore security men an interview. Finally, Swami

came out at 5.35 p.m. and once again took Aarti before He retired to the

Poornachandra. June 19th, 2005 This morning there was no Darshan. However,

there was a lot to happen in the evening - great surprises! In the evening

Swami came out at 3.45 p.m. Bhagawan comes in the Toyota Porte car which parks

near the interview room and then the sofa automatically comes out and the

wheels drop out for further manual movement. Swami sat outside in the centre of

the stage. Prof. Anil Kumar was called and Swami spoke to him for a while. Even

before Swami came out onto the stage, He spent some time sitting just near the

car. Later at around 4.05 p.m. the mikes were arranged and we thought that

Swami had asked Prof. Anil Kumar to give a talk. But that was not the case.

Swami beckoned to the Vedam boys to bring a mike for Him. Immediately, the PA

system team sped into action and arranged a mike for Swami such that He could

speak while sitting. What a surprise! Swami was going to speak to all of us.

Just yesterday He saturated us with Darshan and today Sambhashan too! What

luck! Excerpts from His Discourse: Students, boys and girls, administrators

..... In Bharath, of late, we have been coming across a number of problems. This

is quite natural. But it is our responsibility to enquire and investigate. In

the last couple of months there have been a number of problems and obstacles

that have caused a loss of happiness and bliss to people. More than our

studies, our actions are important. We must necessarily make an effort to

improve the existing situation. There is no water to drink. Earlier we have

taken every care to supply water for drinking and irrigation. Now the problem

is very severe and has spread all over Anantapur District. We are not born

merely to earn a living, we do not study merely to fill our stomachs; all that

we have learnt must be put into practice to serve our fellow men and community.

We have to realize the plight of the people in every district. Right from

tomorrow - Monday - we must first convince ourselves and then share with others

the Supreme Will and Mystery of God. Food should be served when one is hungry.

One must determine to undertake the task though it may be strenuous. Service

cannot be done by wealth alone. We need men of character. Foreigners too will

be participating in this mega programme. We will be commencing from tomorrow

itself. We have to supply drinking water to every village. The problem does not

end there. We must supply food too. All aged 10 years and above must participate

in this programme. We must determine to accomplish the project in its entirety.

Temperament and attitude is very important. Yesterday, in discussion with the

Vice Chancellor and others, it became clear that this will be a gigantic

project and will require thorough planning. We must begin with serving food.

All the Anantapur Seva Samithi members and the Prashanti Vidwan Maha Sabha

members must be determined to get the task going. We must set apart some part

of the food that we eat. It is not enough if we supply rice alone. They will

have to cook it and make it edible. Therefore, they will need water too. First

we must cater to those areas where there is no water. This work should be

started right now and not postponed to tomorrow or the day after. Very soon

cooks are arriving. It is not enough to merely go through books and study. The

essence is more important. Not many understand the purpose of education.

Tomorrow onwards we must be ready for serving. Lorries will arrive for

transportation. Each one must consider this as one's own job / duty. Each one

must feel "I am serving myself". That should be the spirit. Every person must

prove the power of society. We are also ready with clothes for distribution.

Consider this project as a mighty gigantic task of the Sri Sathya Sai Seva

Organisation and work for it. The Vice Chancellor also is very keen on this

project. From tomorrow the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Teachers and

students will all work together! (Claps). All of you must be enthusiastic. When

once you are enthusiastic, you will have enough energy to serve all. When once

food is supplied, the head will also start functioning. When food and head join

together rest of the problems can be easily solved. You should prove the effect

of Prasanthinilayam everywhere. Younger children can participate in

distribution of water (without wasting). In fact, the work will start with

distribution of water. All devotees can also participate and work with the

students. Never make an attempt to escape this duty, saying "I am not well", or

something like that. Bhagawan will give all that is necessary to us. Bhagawan

will Himself come and inaugurate the programme too. Students should work with

zeal and enthusiasm. We must also enthuse those who are inactive, to make this

programme a success. Health is very important. Only when there is good health

can there be enthusiasm. First pray to God. You may have your own apprehensions

about God. But God is everywhere. All feet, hands, heads are His! He directs,

monitors and guides the Universe in the right direction! This is only the

beginning. In future Swami will provide everything we need! You should proceed

in a perfect way such that Prasanthinilayam will become radiant and brilliant.

We need elders too - to guide and direct - to assume leadership. With this

sacred motivation we can achieve anything! As you get up tomorrow morning,

offer prayers sincerely. It will give you physical, mental and spiritual

strength. Very soon, bags and bags of rice will come and get stocked here.

Devotees too may not have place to sit! You do not need to be told more than

this. I have told you all that is necessary at this point of time. Consider

this as a homework given to you. What do you want? (Students reply ? Swami!).

Swami is always there. With you, Above you, Below you, Around you...(claps)

Each one must discharge his responsibility without giving up. Senior students

should be leaders and must guide the juniors in making good use of this golden

opportunity! You should proceed with all the confidence that you will be

successful. All students gathered here are extremely lucky and fortunate. It

was around 4.50 p.m. when Swami concluded His Divine Discourse. He then Blessed

the Birthday boys. One birthday student was so lucky that Swami allowed him to

place a clove in His mouth! The Bhajan boys were directed to go inside the

Bhajan Hall. Aarti was given at 5.55 p.m. Swami once again started interacting

with some students. The new students seated in front were so excited to see

Swami from so close that one could see the joy and enthusiasm in their eyes and

on their face. Swami too was responding to their spontaneous devotion! He just

did not want to go from there. Finally, at 6.05 p.m. the sofa was wheeled back

to the car and Bhagawan retired for the day.

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