Bhaktachintamani Prakaran 148

Also praised in Vadodara is the devotion of loving hearts; with faith they perform loving worship, offering body, mind and wealth. In the world one does not find people like these; their love, once fixed on the manifest Lord, never lets go. There are many such devotees whose desires the Lord fulfilled; my heart is eager to record their glory.

Among the Nagar Brahmin caste there was a devotee woman named Monghibai. She worshipped with unwavering faith in Achalmati Maharaj, worshipping with devotion. She worshipped the Lord with a full heart, understanding HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → to be all-capable. She would go into samadhi and see Shri HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary →, and remained supremely happy in that bliss.

One day, in meditation, she went to where HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → himself was; she had the darshandarshanSeeing. To see with admiration and devotion. To see Bhagvãn, a sat-purush, and murtis, with inner or outer vision, with the intention of receiving their grace and blessings. By doing darshan properly a bhakta develops affection for Bhagvãn, and Bhagvãn develops affection for that bhakta. [Sãrangpur – 2].Tap to open in glossary → of the Merciful One, and great joy came to her. Then Monghibai said, "Maharaj, you are the Lord, the King of kings. You alone took all the avatars; in every age you have redeemed people. What a form you took as KrishnaKrishna1) An avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in the svarup of a cowherd. This is considered to be a greater avatãr than the others, as Shree Krishna possessed all of the powers of Bhagvãn, whereas other avatãrs possessed less power. Shree Krishna conveyed the message of love and humanity to the world. Also, He recited the epic poem, the Bhagvad Geetã, to Arjun in which He stated: ‘Whenever dharma declines and adharma increases, I shall incarnate myself as a human to save the holy, to destroy the sin of the sinner, and to establish dharma. I come into being from yug to yug’. 2) In the Vachanãmrut, Shreeji Mahãrãj also uses the name “Shree Krishna” to describe Bhagvãn Purushottam Nãrãyan.Tap to open in glossary →, what four weapons you held; and the eight chief queens, whose sons are handsome -- with all these I wish to have darshandarshanSeeing. To see with admiration and devotion. To see Bhagvãn, a sat-purush, and murtis, with inner or outer vision, with the intention of receiving their grace and blessings. By doing darshan properly a bhakta develops affection for Bhagvãn, and Bhagvãn develops affection for that bhakta. [Sãrangpur – 2].Tap to open in glossary →; please grant it, O Lord, being gracious." Then HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary →-Rai smiled, seeing the wish in the devotee's heart.

He took the form of KrishnaKrishna1) An avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in the svarup of a cowherd. This is considered to be a greater avatãr than the others, as Shree Krishna possessed all of the powers of Bhagvãn, whereas other avatãrs possessed less power. Shree Krishna conveyed the message of love and humanity to the world. Also, He recited the epic poem, the Bhagvad Geetã, to Arjun in which He stated: ‘Whenever dharma declines and adharma increases, I shall incarnate myself as a human to save the holy, to destroy the sin of the sinner, and to establish dharma. I come into being from yug to yug’. 2) In the Vachanãmrut, Shreeji Mahãrãj also uses the name “Shree Krishna” to describe Bhagvãn Purushottam Nãrãyan.Tap to open in glossary →, ocean of bliss, adorned with the eight queens beside him; holding conch, discus, mace and lotus, Shri HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → shone together with his sons. He gave such darshandarshanSeeing. To see with admiration and devotion. To see Bhagvãn, a sat-purush, and murtis, with inner or outer vision, with the intention of receiving their grace and blessings. By doing darshan properly a bhakta develops affection for Bhagvãn, and Bhagvãn develops affection for that bhakta. [Sãrangpur – 2].Tap to open in glossary →, and the devotee became overjoyed. Having given darshandarshanSeeing. To see with admiration and devotion. To see Bhagvãn, a sat-purush, and murtis, with inner or outer vision, with the intention of receiving their grace and blessings. By doing darshan properly a bhakta develops affection for Bhagvãn, and Bhagvãn develops affection for that bhakta. [Sãrangpur – 2].Tap to open in glossary → the Lord departed; everyone present was astonished. They said, "What a wondrous thing has happened -- this miracle cannot go untold." There is another story about her too.

A meal was prepared for Maharaj's sake; the Compassionate One came and ate. He ate laddus, patasa and sweets, fritters and beautiful vegetables. Having eaten, the Lord gave half a fritter with his own hand; Monghibai took it in her hands. Distributing that prasad, I tell another story of hers.

The next day, he himself gave her, filling her lap, the fruits of the badri tree, whose seeds are fine and pulp thick -- such fruit cannot be found searching elsewhere. In this way the Beloved gave countless such gifts, again and again. Among the devotees she was a foremost leader, living in supreme, uncommon bliss.

At her home, women devotees would gather daily to hear discourse and kirtankirtanDivine songs about Bhagvãn and His charitras, usually sung to the accompaniment of musical instruments.Tap to open in glossary →; an assembly of women would sit, and they would speak of the manifest Lord. Their hearts held great love for HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → -- what can be said of the greatness of these women? One day among them there fell an abundant shower of flowers. Both satsangis and non-satsangis who were present gathered them up. This happened for two to four days -- there is no end to describing such miracles.

Countless such miracles occur, beyond telling or writing. I tell one more: the power of Shri HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → himself, manifest.

There was a Deccani woman named Ambabai who worshipped the Lord greatly. When the end of her body's life came, Bhagwan himself came to fetch her. He brought a vimana valued in the lakhs, and departed, taking her, seen by all present. Both satsangis and non-satsangis had darshandarshanSeeing. To see with admiration and devotion. To see Bhagvãn, a sat-purush, and murtis, with inner or outer vision, with the intention of receiving their grace and blessings. By doing darshan properly a bhakta develops affection for Bhagvãn, and Bhagvãn develops affection for that bhakta. [Sãrangpur – 2].Tap to open in glossary →, many people saw it.

Afterward, this Ambabai was seen by someone in samadhi. Through her a message was sent: a beautiful pillow-cover had been given, a black sari kept in a chest, given to another woman. "If all this proves true, then you shall have no doubt at all." This was told, coming out of samadhi; hearing it, everyone believed it to be true. Whatever message had been sent, all of it proved true. Seeing this, people were astonished and said, "Blessed, blessed!"

Here is another unmatched account -- the power of HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → in particular. Among the Brahmin devotees was one named Jamunabai, an intensely loving devotee, holding meditation on the manifest Lord. Seeing her love, the Compassionate One would eat a plate of food from her daily. Wearing beautiful black silk garments, he would give darshandarshanSeeing. To see with admiration and devotion. To see Bhagvãn, a sat-purush, and murtis, with inner or outer vision, with the intention of receiving their grace and blessings. By doing darshan properly a bhakta develops affection for Bhagvãn, and Bhagvãn develops affection for that bhakta. [Sãrangpur – 2].Tap to open in glossary →, the abode of bliss. She would also foretell the past and future, telling what was to happen; and when all of it came true, everyone was astonished. Thus HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → would come to Jamunabai's house daily, showing mercy.

There was a goldsmith-caste devotee woman named Parvati, sanctified. She had immense love for HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary →, no affection anywhere else. In her household there was much opposition; everyone despised her devotion. They would not let her go to satsangsatsang1) True company. The practice of associating with Bhagvãn’s sant, other satsangis, the ãtmã, and the sacred shãstras, and also observing vartmãns and niyams. 2) Also refers to the sampradãy, which is the presence of good company.Tap to open in glossary →, tormenting her with harsh words. Hearing all this, the woman would say nothing, and would sit at home performing her worship.

Drawn by her love, Bhagwan came; he would give her darshandarshanSeeing. To see with admiration and devotion. To see Bhagvãn, a sat-purush, and murtis, with inner or outer vision, with the intention of receiving their grace and blessings. By doing darshan properly a bhakta develops affection for Bhagvãn, and Bhagvãn develops affection for that bhakta. [Sãrangpur – 2].Tap to open in glossary → every day. The Compassionate One would come and eat a meal, and would give her fine prasad. There was no day that the Lord did not come to her house. Thus, at Parvati's house, HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → performed his divine play daily.

Thus the Lord fondles his devotees, doing what pleases their hearts. Thus the Imperishable One grants such wonders; blessed are the devotees, servants of HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary →.

Again one day HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary → came, and they served him fritters. In their intense love they forgot themselves and offered undercooked fritters. Having eaten, the Life of the World went on to Monghibai's house. There he said, "Today at Parvati's hand I ate undercooked fritters." Hearing such an uncommon tale, the devotees remained delighted, knowing it to be truly manifest, not to be taken as a dream.

There was also a betel-leaf-seller woman named Jamunabai. She would enter samadhi always, going into the presence of the Lord. In samadhi she would serve HariHariAn avatãr of Bhagvãn. He incarnated in His four-armed svarup to save an elephant from being killed by a crocodile. He cut off the crocodile’s head with His chakra.Tap to open in glossary →, daily feeding him sweets and delicacies. When other devotees heard of this, they did not believe it.

They said, "All this is false, you are just boasting about taste. If we see it with our own eyes, then we shall believe what you say. Prepare a meal at your own house; let the Lord come and sit and eat at the plate. Whatever food is placed on the plate, let it be seen to diminish at that time. If we see this with our own eyes, then we shall accept the whole account as true."

Hearing this, the devotee woman prepared a plate at her own home. A beautiful meal was made ready; the Sustainer of Life came lovingly and ate. When the Life of the World had eaten and departed, he left behind a garland of flowers. Whatever food had been placed on the plate was seen to have diminished after the Merciful One had eaten. They saw the garland of flowers manifest, and seeing it men and women were astonished.

They said, "All this is true, know it is not false in the least. Look -- the garland, well and truly made, was given by the Beloved Lord." Such garlands the Beloved gives to his devotees by the thousands, time and again. Today he wields such power as has never been wielded before.

Blessed, blessed is the glory of today; not even millions of poets could equal it. Moreover this account has been prepared for the people; Nishkulanand cannot fully record it.

Thus ends the one hundred and forty-eighth chapter of the Bhaktachintamani, composed by Nishkulanand MuniMuniSãdhu.Tap to open in glossary →, disciple of Shri Sahajanand Swami, propagator of the ekantik DharmaDharma1) Universal law or principle that 'sustains' or 'upholds' the entire world. Righteousness, morality, religion,Tap to open in glossary →, describing how Shri Ji Maharaj fulfilled the wishes of his devotees.