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Maharshi Ji's 108th Birthday Celebrated with Reverence at Prayagraj
BHOPAL [Maha Media]: With the divine blessings of Anant Shri Vibhushit Jyotishpeethadheeshwar Jagatguru Shankaracharya Swami Vasudevanand Saraswati Ji Maharaj, and under the able guidance of Ved Vidya Martand Brahmachari Girish Ji, the 108th birthday of His Holiness Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ji was celebrated as ‘Age of Enlightenment Day’ (Gyan Yug Diwas) with grandeur and reverence. This event took place at the Maharishi Ashram located on the Sangam Ghat in Prayagraj on Sunday.
In his keynote address, Ved Vidya Martand Brahmachari Girish Ji mentioned that Jagatguru Shankaracharya Ji Maharaj is present today to bless all of us. Today is an auspicious occasion, marking the 108th birthday of Maharshi Ji, as well as the birthday of Swami Vivekananda. We have gathered to remember and embody Maharshi Ji's teachings of Ved Vigyan.
Reflecting on Maharshi Ji's life, Girish Ji shared that he was born in the village of Panduka in 1917. Maharshi Ji played a unique role in spreading the ideals of Indian Sanatan Gyan Vigyan across the globe. Maharshi Ji emerged from a small village and proudly spread the flag of Indian Sanatan knowledge and science around the world, which is truly unique. He consistently attributed his success to his Guru. Every year on Guru Purnima, he would offer everything he achieved to his Gurudev. Maharshi Ji had a special connection to Prayagraj, where he continued his education after childhood. However, he eventually chose to leave his education unfinished and dedicate himself fully to his Gurudev. Maharishi Ji had no regrets about this choice, as he received an all-encompassing education from his Guru. Maharshi Ji taught that studying one subject helps in understanding all subjects, with the main focus being on the 'Aatma.' Understanding the ‘Aatma’ leads to knowledge of all other subjects.
Brahmachari Girish Ji said that Maharshi Ji described the active form of the soul as consciousness. He identified seven levels of consciousness. He explained that if you make a resolution while in a state of transcendental consciousness, that resolution is guaranteed to be fulfilled. Once a person reaches a level of accomplishment, they no longer need to make specific resolutions; instead, they find that nature itself begins to fulfill their wishes naturally.
On this occasion, Swami Chidanand Saraswati, head of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, stated, "Maharishi's Transcendental Meditation teaches the art of living. Maharishi Ji connected it with knowledge, and Swami Vivekanand Ji awakened it. This connection is why the influence of knowledge is growing within the global system today; we must focus on meditation."
On this occasion, a seminar was organised with the theme "Establishment of World Peace through Indian Vedic Culture and Traditions, where the former Vice Chancellor of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Vedic University, Prof. Bhuvnesh Sharma, along with Madhusudan Deshpande Ji, Director of Ojas Foundation shared their thoughts. They emphasized that achieving peace of mind is fundamental to creating peace in the world. Maharishi Ji has provided a straightforward, easy, and natural method for attaining inner peace.
Deshpande Ji explained that individuals who commit to practicing this meditation for just 20 minutes twice a day can experience numerous physical and mental health benefits. This practice not only leads to a greater sense of well-being but also fosters a healthier and happier lifestyle. Such individuals can first create peace in their communities, and then extend it to the country and the world.
Concluding the seminar, Brahmachari Girish Ji said, "Our stories, examples, Ramcharit Manas, Srimad Bhagavad Gita, etc. have small lessons embedded in them that tell us about the traditions of India. We should all learn from them and follow these traditions and keep both mind and deeds detached, only then can we remain calm and bring peace to the world."
Earlier, the main program began with the Puja of Shri Vedic Guru Parmpara and the Paduka of Shankaracharya, following the lighting of a lamp by the honored guests. This was followed by the recitation of the Vedic Shanti Path by Maharishi Vedic Pandits and the honoring of the Vedic scholars.
The Gyan Yug Diwas celebrations are being broadcast live on Ramraj TV. The live telecast is also available on Ramraj TV's YouTube and Facebook channels.
