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Maitri Anahita - December 2021
Maitri Anahita - December 2021
DECEMBER 2021
Food for the Soul Health & Wellness Nature & Environment People
A Moment in Prayer 09 Pots around the World 13 Sustainable Living 15 Modern Heroes 17
Sacred Rituals... 11 Traditional Remedies 14 My Favourite Place 19
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spiritual questions As the year comes to an end, it is time for reflection and regeneration of
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the purest and the best within ourselves. Many of us will make
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resolutions on how to be better tomorrow than today. If we look carefully
experiences at these resolutions, the most powerful ones will be about being better to
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there for them, and giving more. Nothing feels more rewarding than to do
something for another.
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Content
Pearls of Wisdom 04
Soul Mix 06
Stories & Sagas 08
A Moment In Prayer 09
Sacred Rituals around the World 11
People
Modern Heroes 17
My Favorite Place 19
MaitriBodh Parivār
Devotees’ Experiences 21
MBP Programs & Offerings 22
Quote 23
Our Contributors 24
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Pearls of Wisdom
Question:
Maitreya Dadashreeji, our Creator created us. He created nature, plants, birds, sky, rivers, drains,
mountains. He created everything. And everything that has been created has a purpose. The purpose
of the river is to give water, mountains to maintain ecological balance; plants have a purpose of giving
oxygen. Dadashreeji, what is our purpose? What is humanity’s purpose. What is the purpose of the
human race? The Creator has also created humanity. Surely it would have been for a purpose. So, what
is our purpose and are we proving true to our purpose?
Maitreya Dadashreeji:
Whether we are able to achieve our purpose should only be known to us from within ourselves. No one
will come from outside to tell us that. As you near the goal of fulfilling your purpose, you start feeling
peace within. A voice comes from within telling you that, “you are straying from your purpose” or “you
are following your path correctly”. We get to know this from within ourselves. There is no one who does
not understand this from within. Close your eyes, look within and ask, “Am I on the right path”? If not, a
voice from within will tell you that “no you have strayed a bit from the path”, so you should try to rectify
this.
You mentioned many things that have been created, but what is the purpose as you have inquired. So,
specifically for humans, they come here to find themselves. To understand what his 'Sat Swaroop'
(True Nature) is. Who is he? Who am I? You are here only to understand this, nothing else. As you said
plants give oxygen, rivers water, Sun gives light, but while you were saying this you didn’t realise that all
these are only giving. You kept saying this- “giving”. But what are humans doing? Humans are only
taking. How much do they give? How much attribute do they have of giving? Except for humans
everything around them gives a 100%. Humans are those who only give 10% and take 90%. They know
how to snatch. And in this process, they are unable to know about themselves.
You feel you are the reflection that you see in the mirror. But later the question arises, “Am I really the
way I am able to see myself? Maybe I am the way my wife sees me, that’s the real me." Then you feel,
“No. The way my daughter sees me is the real me.” Then you feel, “No. Not the daughter; maybe the way
my son sees me is the real me.” You will realise that everyone sees you differently. The real ‘you’ is
standing there with your name as the identity. And it is seeing someone completely different. So, who
are you in reality? That’s what you need to find out. “Who am I?”
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We want to accomplish a lot, “I want this, that, name, fame, everyone should respect me, everyone
should love me.” We are seeing everything but in this “I want …, I want …, I want …” who is the ‘I’? We are
forgetting that. That is why we keep falling again and again. We work a little then we get into fear and we
stop. We think “What will happen? How will it happen?” Until we understand ‘Who I am', there will be
restlessness. This restlessness will always be there. So, this core question or we can say the first
question, the moment you get its answer, you achieve ‘Poornatva’ (state of being complete). Meaning,
you now know everything about 'Who am I?' For this, hard work is not required. Understand your
purpose and move ahead. And while doing this, you have to continue doing your duty towards your
household, your family members. You are not supposed to leave everyone, go and sit in the jungle.
There is no need for you to sit with a guru. You only need to go within yourself.
Search within - ‘Who am I?’ As you get closer, slowly everything will automatically open up for you.
Everything, as they say, becomes clear automatically, the reality in its best form appears in front of you.
And then there is absolutely no confusion after that. Then there is only clarity. There is ease, there is
simplicity. It feels as if you have truly come under your own control.
What is our intention right now? It is to control others. Wife, son, daughter, brother, people... We are
trying hard to control them. But when we get anchored within ourselves, then even that intention goes
away. You become simple, calm, filled with love. This is your purpose in life. There is nothing else. You
keep coming back repeatedly for just this. And it’s not necessary for you to take birth on Earth itself.
You can stay up there as well. You can learn there as well. But you come to Earth again and again, take
births, with the intention of learning. But if you hold onto your name, like, “My name is Kiran Kumar”, the
moment you hold onto that identity you get stuck. Because your name has been given to you by your
parents or someone else and it's only for a few fleeting moments, limited to just this birth. “I am beyond
that. I have to seek, who is 'he' who is named Kiran Kumar. Who is 'he' who is seen as a movie character?
Who is 'he' whom people respect, give love? Who is 'he' whom my daughter, my son call ‘Papa’? Who is
'he'? I have to find 'him'.” This itself is the purpose. And everyone helps you to realise this purpose. The
entire Universe, The Creator, all Divine Beings. They all help you reach that realisation of ‘Who am I?’
Then there, your journey will get complete.
You limit yourself thinking that as you are a householder, you cannot experience all that. Divinity is not
saying this, you are. Divinity is telling that you can experience it even whilst being a householder.
I’m a householder myself. I’m not a hermit. I fulfill all my duties and while fulfilling my duties I
experience that. You can too. It is not said that “’it’s’ only for hermits or only one who sacrifices will
experience’ it’”. You can do everything in your life and still experience ‘it’. You can still reach there even
while doing your duties for your people, your family, your work. You don’t need to sacrifice anything. You
don’t need to change anything by yourself. Just keep this sentiment that “I must realise the truth about
myself before my last moment”.
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Soul Mix
Affirmation
for the Month
E ach month we will be sharing an
affirmation. You may repeat this
affirmation at least three times daily
- first thing in the morning, midday,
and just before you go to sleep.
Regular repetition will help in its
manifestation.
WithI Love
am&Love
Gratitude,
The MaitriBodh Parivār
In every interaction, bring the fullness of yourself not only to your friends and family but to
the whole world.
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Soul Mix
We share below the link to the Psalm 91. It conveys how, when one takes
refuge at the feet of the Lord, the Divine showers It’s Grace on us, protecting,
uplifting and comforting us all the way.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rG_y6X2K_dM
The Plot
‘Mully’ is more like a documentary film. Charles Mulli, abandoned by his family at a young age, survives
by begging for food. Eventually he decides to head to Nairobi in search of work. A kind woman helps
him land the job of a household worker; in time with his disciplined work and commitment, Mulli
becomes a multi-millionaire and the owner of many large companies. One fine day, Mulli decides that he
does not want to work for money. He felt this to be the call of God and to answer it, Mulli sold his
businesses to help the orphans in the streets of Nairobi by bringing them to his home. Eventually, his
family had to move to a desert area since his family now comprised of over a thousand orphaned
children. Calling him ‘Mulli Daddy’, the children in MCF (Mully Children’s Family) adored him. Mulli had
faith that God would provide him with all the means necessary for helping these children and that is how
it pans out.
The Takeaway
By acting from the heart Mulli had transformed the lives of many by putting their needs first. Any
selfless act will always find support of the Divine and this documentary highlights the fact. As good,
noble human beings we can make a difference by a simple act that arises out of compassion, love and
empathy. Acts of love need not be of great magnitude; something as simple as offering an old person/a
woman or a child a place to sit in a bus or a train. Watch the documentary Mully, based on the real life of
story of Charles Mulli to witness how his selfless actions transformed the lives of thousands of children
in Kenya.
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Pay it Forward
Material wealth provides but fleeting joy; real happiness lies not in acquiring but in giving
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A Moment In Prayer
Every December the MaitriBodh selflessly give all The source of Divine Grace is this
Parivaar celebrates the that which does not Higher Force that we may
presence of the Divine in our cost anything to address by various names. All
lives as ‘Grace Day ’ (25th we need is to accept and
December) and ‘Selfless Service
another –virtuosity - acknowledge with gratitude His
Day’ (27th December). samskar daan, love presence in every aspect of our
- prem daan, lives, in every moment. Divine
L e t ’s t a k e a m o m e n t t o forgiveness- kshama benediction is not just restricted
understand how the cycle of to those who immerse
Grace and Giving helps humanity
daan, respect – themselves in religious or
transform to a higher state. maan daan, spiritual practices, or to those
knowledge- gyaan undertaking severe penances to
Divine Grace refers to the Divine daan, compassion- purify themselves. His Grace
blessings bestowed upon us to flows through everything in life.
purify, inspire virtuous desires, karuna daan, We could spend a lifetime
and impart strength to endure listening- aakarnam celebrating His precious gifts -
trials, tribulations and resist daan family, loved ones, moonlight,
temptation. chirping birds, the vast ocean,
the cool breeze, the summer
As the saying goes, “Man proposes but God heat, the beautiful white snow, the mighty
disposes” - we may plan meticulously for our mountains, the food we eat, the air we breathe,
dreams, exult over possible successes but If God the varied experiences of life with its roller
does not will it, all our plans fall to pieces. There coaster ride, there is never a moment when the
are instances galore in history where great rulers Divine is not present. Acknowledging Divine
having mighty armies tried to conquer the world Grace is to affirm that life itself is the
but failed miserably with their dreams turning fundamental gift, with all its offerings.
into dust. Alexander the Great tried conquering
India but faced rebellion from his own forces and His Grace is the bedrock of creation, with
was forced to retreat! Napoleon wanted to humanity bestowed with the unique gift to
overrun Europe and conquer Russia but his understand, experience, express and ascend
invasion of the latter proved disastrous for him through Transformation.
and he finally had to accept defeat at the hands of
the British. Hitler’s dreams too evaporated into Yet Humanity is faced with a question that when
thin air! It is human nature to be led by the ego and we are living in an ocean of Grace why we are
believe that whatever they desire would be unable to tap into it? We question why one is
successfully attained. stuck in a peculiar and challenging situation
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seemingly with no solution? How do I help myself of you for you too are part of the Divine. Today
or a loved one come out of this pain? Why is God humans have forgotten to selflessly give all that
not helping me? We pray for Divine intervention which does not cost anything to another
but are not quite sure how to receive it. –virtuosity - samskar daan, love - prem daan,
forgiveness- kshama daan, respect – maan daan,
The answer is that to receive something we must knowledge- gyaan daan, compassion- karuna
first give. Giving is just for the sake of giving, daan, listening- aakarnam daan etc.
selflessly and without seeking anything in return.
This is when the Grace we seek automatically As we learn to offer selflessly, we naturally get
embraces us. Divine Grace is a natural gift that tuned to the Will of the Divine and His Grace.
takes the form of love, kindness and compassion An act of giving from us, turns into an act of Grace
that flows to us from others. The seeming from the Divine for the receiver!
contradiction in receiving it is that we must give;
for your giving to someone is a receiving of Grace Maitreya Dadashreeji says, “The simplest act of
in their lives, thereby in yours and the circle of life service brings profound transformation in your
goes on whereby someone gives so that we may life. Through seva, not just you but society itself is
receive. transformed. You free yourself from all bindings.
Your consciousness is cleansed and purified
The Divine has provided multiple opportunities within. Divine Grace is showered on you
for offering service in each moment of life. The abundantly.”
greatest service is to consider every being and
matter to be a gift and a part of the Divine, a part
Let’s end the year 2021 with a moment of prayer that may His Grace bless us with the
act of selfless giving for the rest of our lives! Come why wait? Take the first step and
give of yourself, just give and be liberated of I, me, mine…
Beloved Maitreya,
As the Divine becomes the focus of our gaze,
And every passing day is in an offering of selfless
service in myriad ways,
Gratitude galore O Thy magnanimous Grace!
As you allow us to offer ourselves selflessly for the
human race!
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Selfless Service
Integral to all religious doctrines and forming the essence of spiritual striving, selfless service
is a natural expression of our oneness. It aids one’s growth while helping the society at large
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How to Serve? so much love for everyone that it seems like all
Selfless service doesn’t have to be a grand there is to do - is to give. Today, let us start with
gesture. One can start with small acts of love like simple and small acts of love, offered from the
a kind word to a co-worker, listening to a friend heart. Let’s move toward transformation together
with complete attention and compassion, or even by serving selflessly, one act of love at a time.
smiling to a stranger, praying for someone or
humanity at large is also a form of selfless
service. It can be an act directed towards human Selfless service is
beings or other living beings or Mother Nature
too. an integral part of
the process of
Grow in Service transformation - it
Selflessness springs from deep Love in one’s
heart, is expressed with simplicity, and forgotten
brings purification,
by the person. Selfless service is an integral part compassion, and
of the process of transformation - it brings connection.
purification, compassion, and connection.
Selfless service can be naturally integrated into
one’s daily life. Eventually, one may begin to feel
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Pepper Rasam
Easy on the stomach, flavoursome on the taste
buds – Seethalakshmi shares an appetizing,
nutrient rich and satiating recipe with us to
make this winter even more enjoyable
Rasam is a light broth made from tamarind and tomato pulp seasoned with traditional spices. It is used
as a side dish with rice in almost every household of southern parts of India, viz., Tamil Nadu, Andhra
Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala. A bowl of steaming hot Pepper Rasam acts as a flavoursome appetizer,
is also a good antidote for the common cold and cough, lack of appetite, headache and tastelessness in
mouth due to fever or digestive problems. This appetizing broth has various names depending on the
combination of the spices used as seasoning.
Ingredients
Ÿ 2 tsp whole black Ÿ 2 tomatoes- finely chopped Ÿ Few curry leaves
peppercorns Ÿ Tamarind - lemon size ball Ÿ Few coriander leaves
Ÿ 1 tsp cumin seeds soaked in water Ÿ Salt as required
Ÿ 1 tsp mustard seeds Ÿ For method one - 100 gms Ÿ 1 tsp of clarified butter -
Ÿ 4 to 5 whole dried red yellow split pigeon peas optional
chillies (toor dal)
Ÿ Turmeric powder – a pinch Ÿ For method two - 1 tsp
Ÿ 1 tsp oil yellow split pigeon peas
Method I Method II
1. Dr y roast pepper and cumin seeds 1. Dry grind black peppers, cumin seeds, dry
separately and grind it to a coarse or fine red chillies, lentils and curry leaves to a
powder coarse powder
2. Pressure cook yellow split pigeon peas and keep it aside
(toor dal) for 3 to 4 whistles 2. Take a heavy bottom pan. On medium heat,
3. Take a heavy bottom pan. On medium heat, add oil to it
add oil and mustard seeds and let it crackle 3. Add mustard seeds and let it crackle
4. Add whole dry red chillies and then add 4. Add tomatoes and fry for 5 mins
chopped tomatoes. Fry the mixture for 5 5. Add the tamarind extract, half a cup water
mins. and continue cooking for a minute or so
5. Extract and add the pulp from the tamarind. 6. Add turmeric powder, salt and boil for 10
6. Add a cup of water mins till the raw smell of tamarind goes
7. Add turmeric powder, salt and let it boil for 7. Add the powdered spices, a cup of water
10 mins till the raw smell of tamarind goes and boil the mixture for 5 to 10 mins.
8. Now add the mashed lentils (dal) and boil 8. Add clarified butter (optional) and switch
for another 5 - 10 mins. Add extra water if off the flame
needed 9. Garnish with coriander leaves
9. As it boils, add the pepper cumin powder
10. Stir it for 1 to 2 mins and switch off the Serve hot and enjoy!
flame
11. Add 1 tsp. of clarified butter / ghee
(optional) and garnish with coriander leaves
Serve hot and enjoy!
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Traditional Remedies
Sharirabhyanga
(Full Body Massage)
Our body is our temple, reinvigorate it with an Ayurvedic massage says Dr. Sreelatha Shetty
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Some of the medicated Ayurveda oils used for full Ÿ Balashwagandhadi taila - used to improve bulk
body massage are as follows: and strength of the muscles. Used in muscle
weakness.
Ÿ Mahanarayan oil - beneficial in arthritis,
paralysis, muscular pain, joint pain, etc. Ÿ Sahacharadi taila - relieves muscle stiffness,
muscle pain, etc.
Ÿ Kottamchukkadi oil - useful in neuro-muscular
pains like sciatica, spondylosis, etc. Ÿ Bala taila - used to make the muscles strong,
used in conditions like paralysis, palsy, etc.
Ÿ Mahamasha taila - improves muscle bulk and
strength; used to combat muscle wasting, The active ingredients used in the medicated oils
neurological conditions like paralysis, get absorbed by the skin and yield results.
neuralgia, etc.
Make the most of this powerful tool and take
charge of your well-being!
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NATURE & ENVIRONMENT
Sustainable Living
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PEOPLE
Modern Heroes
Kanchan Todi
A life well lived is one that leaves a positive impact. We may
leave an impression of our presence on the souls and the lives
of those nearest and dearest to us, but there are a few
individuals who leave their mark on humanity. These are
individuals who have brought about a change in the lives of
many with their vision, their dreams and their hopes for a
better tomorrow for mankind. This column features inspiring
and motivating acts of such personalities that truly made a
difference in the world. Today, we share the journey of one
such hero with you
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PEOPLE
Modern Heroes
Has this endeavor had an impact on your life? If many miracles that we experienced during the
yes, in what manner? seva.
The journey of a decade of serving the
community impacted my life in more ways than Where do you get the inspiration to offer
can be expressed in words. Being with children strength, direction, hope and transforms the
taught me compassion, being non-judgmental lives of people?
and to be joyous in any given situation by living in The foundation started as a small community
the moment and allowing myself to experience centre, a safe space to share and care; gradually
all emotions in their natural flow. While working it became a space of strength, hope and
with the youth and women of the community on transformation not just for the beneficiaries but
vocational skills, I learnt the importance of also for the volunteers, the youth and senior
financial inclusion and social entrepreneurship citizens alike. I am not sure where I was receiving
through successful ventures such as the tea the zeal or strength to serve. It was just that life
house - Chai Shai etc, set up in 2011 and Kuttir - felt happy and joyous as if this is what had been
(sustainable fashion) which not only provided chosen as my life path. The projects were funded
employment to the beneficiaries but also and supported mainly by my family till 2017
provided quality service. when I met with a personal crisis.
During the 2020 lockdown while the world was I lost hope and felt that I won’t be able to continue
c o n fi n e d to t h e i r h o m e s , T h e K a n c h a n with the community service due to lack of funds
Foundation in collaboration with Navi Mumbai and emotional upheaval in my personal space.
police took the opportunity to serve the It’s then that I realized that when your intentions
community at large. While most of the world are genuine things happen of their own accord.
was clouded with the fear of death, we Support poured in from unknown resources and
volunteered distributing meals to the homeless, by Divine Grace we continue serving with joy and
milk to infants, medicines to the sick, etc. It was love. Today when I sit back and think of my
only with Divine Grace that the team served journey my heart fills with immense gratitude for
fearlessly during the global crisis. The seva the blessings of my Guru, Divine Friend Maitreya
project during the Covid period, Mission Dadashreeji. It is His Grace and blessing which
Annapurna, strengthened my faith through the drives me in my mission to serve humanity.
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PEOPLE
My Favorite Place
Maitreyi Sonee expresses her love for one of her favourite places in the world
T he Bangla Sahib
Gurudwara in New Delhi,
India is one of the major holy
through all Gurudwaras across
the world. The concept of
langar or free meals, was
Experiencing the Divine
The Bangla Sahib Gurudwara
not only provided me with an
shrines of the Sikhs, built in introduced by Guru Nanak Dev ji experience of Divine love, but
remembrance of Guru Har (the founder of Sikhism and the also a sense of security, deep
Krishan ji. The presence and first of the ten Sikh Gurus) peace and belongingness –
love of the Divine here is to be stemming from His belief in the emotions I have experienced
experienced to be believed. oneness of humanity. Hot whenever I have been at Bangla
The word ‘gurudwara’ means meals are served for free to Sahib. A feeling of having
the door to the Guru’s home. everyone regardless of their reached home! The visit to the
Today, I write my story of this religion, caste, gender or main prayer hall charges one
Divine place, one of my favorite wealth. This is solely run by with Divine energy,
places in the world. volunteers; it is an honorable experiencing absolute silence
and noble act for it expresses a and stillness within, soaking in
Serving with Love devotee’s love and devotion for the Grace and the Love. This
My experiences in various the Divine by serving selflessly. moment of bowing in surrender
gurudwaras since childhood This selfless act nourishes the and connecting to the Divine
taught me about the soul, imbuing it with love, has been the source of energy
impor tance of humanistic humility and compassion. It is for me always. Just being in the
values of equality, humility, non-discriminative and holy presence makes me feel
kindness and service to inclusive, anchoring human that life has been worth it for I
h u m a n i t y. L a n g a r ( f r e e association with love while have been offered this moment
community kitchen) is the main propagating oneness. of surrender.
ser vice offered selflessly
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Labour of Love selfless service and oneness. I quote from the Granth Sahib,
Food is served for free and The emotion behind every ‘Seva Karat Hoi Nihkami, Tis Ko
round the clock in the Langar action is worship, devotion Hot Parapat Suami’
for all who are visiting. This and love for all of humanity. I The essence of the quote is
has been my place of deep have learnt the true meaning of that the one who performs
devotion and service where I selfless service through the selfless service without
could forget everything else purity and essence of the thought of reward, shall attain
and heal with the love of my Gurudwara and am grateful for His Lord and Master.
Divine. the oppor tunity to have
In the Gurudwara’s kitchen shared, with my friends the joy
men and women take turns to and love of selfless service.
cook, fostering friendship,
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Devotees’ Experiences
Arise, Awaken!!
L ike other Parivaar members, I too place water and food (fruits, dry fruits, etc.) in
front of my Divine Light every day (image of Maitreya Dadashreeji). In the
Maitribodh Parivaar we know the Divine Light to be alive, and not only does He
listen and communicate with us but also partakes the offerings. Last summer
when the pandemic broke I had one such experience that I would like to share.
The summer temperature had soared to 39°C (102° F) in those days. One such day, I took the container
of water kept for the Divine Light to fill with fresh water, when I noticed that the level of water had not
reduced since the previous day; I believe that my Dada drinks it. As soon as I realised that the water was
unconsumed I chided my Divine Light for not having drunk water despite the heat. Scolding Him further,
I explained to Him the importance of keeping oneself hydrated in the summer. I filled the container with
fresh water and looking at the Divine Light strictly told Him to drink sufficient water during the day.
After this I was consumed by the additional chores of the day and totally forgot about the incident. The
next day when I picked up the water container I was taken aback, for my Divine Light had consumed
more than half the container of water. I asked my family members if they had something to do with it, but
they replied in the negative. I was speechless as I sat in front of my Divine Light with tears streaming
down.
The Divine Light waits for us to communicate with Him and listens intently. He guides, protects and is
always accessible to us wherever we may be. The rational mind may not comprehend this but dear
friends, all that you need is to experience it. Drop the apprehension and take the leap of faith, for the
Divine is here to guide us. Recognise the Presence and experience It!
With Love & Light,
Maitreyi Varsha
I am Love
I had a very interesting experience recently. After having given final touches to the preparations for the
next day's Akhanda Japa, I retired to bed. With Rudram playing on my phone, I was drifting off to sleep
when I heard Dada’s voice, “Hi Priti, what are you doing?” It was so clear that I turned —over to my side to
face my nightstand where I always keep my Divine Light. But tonight as a matter of chance, the Divine
Light was a few feet away. I had taken it to the space where I do my morning sadhana and had forgotten
to return it to my nightstand. Now, looking in the direction of my Divine Light, I responded “Dada I am
listening to the Rudram.” Dada then told me not to be too hard with someone with whom I had a
difference of opinion regarding seva and seva goals earlier. Dada said that just like me, the other people
were also learning and growing and hence I shouldn’t be too harsh with them.
And then all of a sudden, my other phone different from the one playing the Rudram, began playing Shri
Shankaracharya’s Nirvana Shatakam and went silent again after it finished the chant. Needless to say, I
was surprised as I had not touched my phone or the other device on which the Rudram was still playing.
In fact, I was nicely tucked under the blanket, pulled all the way up to my chin. Nirvana Shatakam is one
of my favourite chants so I believe that Dada wanted to remind me to become aware of who I am!
Priti Purushottam
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challenging world. When you pray for others, it brings a smile on the face of the Divine and you
earn merit and His blessings without asking for them. These blessings would manifest in your life
in myriad ways or forms” – Maitreya Dadashreeji
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Following details of the person for whom the prayer needs to be offered are required:
Ÿ Full name
Ÿ Location
Ÿ Concern (for which the prayer needs to be offered)
The team will coordinate via email the suitable day, date and time for the same.
In wake of the current pandemic all live events have been postponed and replaced with upcoming
events like Bodh, Spiritual Triangle, Maitri Prayer, 21 days Maitri Sambodh Dhyān, Maitri Yoga and
follow-up sessions which are taking place online on Zoom and through live Facebook sessions.
For those seeking spiritual counseling/guidance from Mitra Shankh, please send an email to:
[email protected] requesting an appointment for the same.
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Contributors
A gentle love within, quiet determination and an unshakable faith in Dadashreeji’s Grace best
describes Maitreyi Sulata, who has lived under the Guidance of Dadashreeji since her formative
years. Maitreyi Sulata works tirelessly to spread Dadashreeji’s message of Love and
Transformation across the globe to seekers who have been mesmerized by her soft,
compassionate and love filled personality. Her discourses have transcended the boundaries of
the mind with respect to religious and cultural differences and have touched the hearts of
seekers across the world.
Seethalakshmi is a home maker, animal lover and passionate towards serving humanity.
Dr. Sreelatha Shetty, is a B.A.M.S and M.D.(Kayachikitsa). She has practiced ayurvedic
medicine along with panchkarma treatment for 8 yrs. Sreelatha currently works as a research
fellow for an AYUSH project in an Ayurvedic hospital.
Maitreyi Sonee Singh, a woman filled with love and passion, embraces life and its challenges
with open arms. A learner and a writer, Sonee, shares her experiences and transformation after
she met her Divine Friend Dadashreeji. She soon discovered a whole new side of herself, and
found the purpose of life.
Heartfelt gratitude to Charvi Somani, Maitreyi Meredith, Mitra Philip Zemke, Maitreyi Jagruti,
Bikram Singh Boparai, Maitreyi Suman and Mitra Samyak for their invaluable contribution to the
magazine.
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