Devotion to Bhagwan Shree Dattatreya has been a family tradition for most of my life of about sixty-five years and we have prayed to Him regularly by chanting His name and performing rituals of His worship. Perhaps, as a fruit of those karmas, I was initiated by His Holiness Sadguru Shree Gulavani Maharaj (“Gulavani Maharaj”),… Continue reading Divine Memories
I owe my first meeting with His Holiness Sadguru Shree Mama (“Mama”) to my sister. In 1981, I accompanied my sister to the Shrāvaṇ anuṣhṭhān at Sangli, a city 75 km from Karad, where we lived. Although it was the first time I met with Him, I immediately felt a strong connection as though I… Continue reading The watchful eye of a father
His Holiness Sadguru Shree Mama (“Mama”) was simplicity, innocence and affection personified. Irrespective of the highest spiritual state which He had attained, He would instantly connect with anyone, from any age group and any background. He would guide them, helping them overcome difficulties they faced in daily life. It’s no wonder then that anyone who… Continue reading Pillar of Support
To ensure that we make progress in our spiritual path, our Sadguru is always by our side; whether in person or in thought, their guidance continues to inspire us. In November 1983, His Holiness Sadguru Shree Mama (“Mama”) conducted a camp in Bhilai, a city in the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India. I… Continue reading A memorable experience during sadhana
Kuravpur is a tiny island in the Krishna river, located on the border of the Indian states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. It is a place of great spiritual importance, where great saints in the lineage of Lord Dattatreya, including His Holiness Bhagwan Shree Shreepad Shreevallabha Swami Maharaj, His Holiness Vasudevanand Saraswati Swami Maharaj, and… Continue reading Danger to life averted with His grace
His Holiness Sadguru Shree Mama (“Mama”) was so generous that he would always grant some wish or desire to every person he met, be it wealth, knowledge, or guidance on the path of spirituality. Mama would give these gifts with an open heart and yet stay detached from them at the same time. It is… Continue reading The Kindest Wish Granter
Pramila had developed glaucoma in one eye, and had undergone surgery for the same. The surgery was successful, and the doctor had placed a plastic cap on her eye (to protect it from light and dust) until it healed. The surgical wound would take four days to heal, and until that time she was to… Continue reading Gave her strength to face the shock
Pramila Mahajan, a disciple of His Holiness Sadguru Shree Mama (Mama), lived in Mumbai along with her husband and two sons. The family had been wanting to meet Mama for quite a while. Finally, during the Diwali vacation of 1988, the golden opportunity came their way. They were extremely happy and were all set to… Continue reading The miraculous recovery of their son
We have always heard about the importance of having a great teacher and mentor in our lives. Well, I was lucky to have witnessed it firsthand. My husband, retired Col. Bhand, was proof of how a person can undergo a massive change after being initiated and graced by the right Sadguru. Coming from an army… Continue reading Inspiration for eager hearts
His Holiness Sadguru Shree Mama (“Mama”) was everything to us. Such was His charisma. He taught us how to progress in our spiritual life without getting too caught up in the materialistic world. He made invaluable life lessons very easy to understand and to practise. We have missed Him every day of our lives. The… Continue reading Caregiver and Caretaker
