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More InfoShree Gurujee at “Basant Utsav ” function –Music to connect with divine Universal Consciousness & release of Odia book “Sai Sandesh” |
Shri Gurujee Chandra Bhanu Satpathyji graced the 10th Basant Utsav function organized in Sai ka Angan , Gurgaon marking the advent of Spring , bestowing blessings on hundreds of devotees with His auspicious presence .
The Basant Utsav –annual day of Sai Ka Angan –programme ceremony commenced with offering respects at the Holy feet of Shri Shirdi Sai & traditional lamp lighting ceremony by Revered Shri Gurujee Chandra Bhanu Satpathyji. Shri Gurujee was thence accorded traditional reverential devotional welcome respects with sacred offerings of “Xorai” ( Tamulpan -the areca nut and betel leaves) and “Gamucha” by Sh T.Y.Das and Sh Rajeev Joshi , trustees of Shirdi Sai temple, Assam & devotees of Assam region to the delight of all devotees . Shree Gurujee was thence presented and honoured with traditional headgear worn by Spiritual Masters heading Spiritual Empire (like Shri Shankar Dev ,Vaishnav Saint of Assam, born in 1449A.D.) to the thunderous applause and delight of all the devotees present in jam packed venue of the function .
Addressing the gathering, Revered Gurujee Shri Chandra Bhanu Satpathyji stated that culture embodied in music, arts, literature, dance et al of any region / country is universal in its appeal as it reflects the sublime aspect of life which continues to be constant ever since the beginning of the earth. Shri Gurujee stated that appreciation of culture , diversity of other regions lies in imbibing the beautiful values enshrined in the cultural heritage that help in evolution of the being and expansion of consciousness as the path of spiritual refinement rests in integration, harmony and evolution in all aspects to bloom into Universal Consciousness. Shri Gurujee said that beautiful Bihu dance (wrist movements ) potray harmony of lyrics, music, art, feelings and the elements of universal consciousness. Its this expansion of individual Self into Universal Consciousness that was illustrated by Shirdi Sai in His patronization of all art forms—be it music, art, dance, et al which led to around 92 odd troupes/ artists visiting Shirdi during His presence .Organization of “Basant Utsav” at Sai Ka Angan reflects the strength of arts and music in its myriad forms to reach the divinity , presenting the multitude a window to imbibe the sublime finer aspects of life as depicted in varied art forms . In the past, Shri Gurujee informed the audience, famous personalities like Birju Maharaj, S.Narayanan and many others have performed at Sai Ka Angan . Shri Gurujee said that mushroom growth of Shirdi Sai temple in India and abroad reflects the divinity of the Perfect Master who during His lifetime left behind no heir apparent or organization etc and yet the simple , true, universal teachings of Shri Shirdi Sai today continues to connect millions across the globe , belonging to intelligentsia ,intellectuals, engineers, doctors , layman, scientists et al of society of all castes, creed , religion, from Cuba to New Zealand; no less than around 1000 temples of Shirdi Sai exist in AP and every corner of the country today is pulsating with Sai devotees. Shri Gurujee narrated His experience with a Cuban devotee , Ms. Maria Antonio Paulo who though unaware of Shri Sai `s life history was a devotee of Shirdi Sai since 1960`s and could foresee, a near impossible event transcending rational science of human probabilities. Its this power of divinity of the Perfect Master that continues to inspire the multitude to seek Him; self motivated group coming together to build temple on a simple edifice of Sai devotion shorn of all modern day entrepreneurial capital funding management concepts . Shri Shirdi Sai taught the path of simple , pure living in all aspects of life which appeals to all the paths and is universal and thus continues . Shri Gurujee also released a book “Sai Sandesh” in Odia authored by Sh Suresh Panda which informs its readers about the teachings of Shri Shirdi Sai as illustrated by various incidents to guide devotees ; Shirdi Sai often gave experiences to devotees in subtle manner , directly or indirectly and in-fact much of the literature on Shri Shirdi Sai primarily draws teachings there from .
The programme meandered to the lush green valley, blue hills of Brahmaputra , Assam by treating the audience to a traditional Assamese drum-flute-peppa performance by celebrated dhol artist Shri Somnath Bora Ojha .The dhol-peppa –song commenced with offerings at the holy feet of Shri Guru in traditional Assamese song Guru Vandana and then moved on to create a perfect imagery of whispering breeze in the valleys , slow tempo of rain fall followed by thunderstorm and cascading sheets of rain to the tune of traditional Assamese song praising the elements of nature—the five tattavas –air, earth ,water ,fire and ether –signifying the perfect unity of the whole . The recreation of locomotive engine sounds of the yore brought back memories of the era of the Raj.
Thereafter , the audience were presented with a glimpse of the times of Shri Shirdi Sai and his daily routine in Shirdi (during His presence) of seeking alms in a beautiful choreographed dance sequence set to the tune of lovely song (in voice of Smt Mangla) by devotees of Sai Ka Angan.
Once again the rich traditional music-dance-culture of Assam depicting life and love at its best took centre stage marking the arrival of spring and Bihu performance by artistes of Asaam under able guidance of Shri Somnath Bora Ojha-its choreographer- unleashed its magic in this grand function . The mesmerizingly graceful rhythmic dance movements , sublime fluidity of hand /wrist movements of dancers in every step (and shake) charmingly evoked serenity and intensity of love and joy in the hearts of delighted audience ably backed by melodious echoing flute reflecting the longings and sensitivity captured in simple lyrics of Assamese song (about lass Hiramayi ) , assertive beats of dhol, taal admirably revved up by peppa music made the spirit dance/soar in anticipation of beautiful love. The Bihu dance was simply lovely stirring absolute delight and warmth all the way! The dance performance by the troupe of 20 artists & their teacher Shri Somnath Bora Ojha was bestowed with lavish appreciation and blessings by Revered Shri Gurujee Shri Chandra Bhanu Satpathyji .
The function was ably anchored by Smt Jyotsna and relayed live on the net for the Sai devotees across the globe. The programme concluded with prasad distribution ceremony.
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