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Om Sairam dearest Sai Family,
Swami, after His 28 days of hospitalisation, He has left us all on a
"physical level". Probably it was all part of the DIVINE PLAN to
stay that long so that devotees would not be shocked to listen the
sad news all of a sudden. Swami "pretended" to be in the body all
these 28 days but it is only for us to minimise the sorrow. Such a
great Avatar, even at the last days of His life, He preferred to
make us happy. Since the day of His hospitalisation, there were
millions all over the world who were praying for His speedy
recovery. As Swami had told that He would be in the body till the
age of 96, every one were hoping for a miracle. In Swami's DIVINE
DICTIONARY it probably meant 86 and not 96.
As it is a great shock to every one, People in the streets of Parthi
are banging their chest in grief. There are so many in the streets
with tears in eyes, some are seated before the closed shops some on
the pavements and every where.. Swami who had been part of our
lives, especially to residents of Puttaparthi for whom every thing,
every moment is SAI. It is a matter of great shock to the Sai
Family. The great Avatar of Kali Age, has left us physically. But He
has left us tons of " responsibilities". Sisters and Brothers, yes
this is very sad news. The heart's of every devotee is hurt
immensely. but a "true devotee" can never say that Swami is no more.
If Swami was to be confined to His body, how could He be seen all
over the world.
Swami was the only "person" in the world who wanted every thing to
be give for "free". In the times when people don't even smile for
"free", Swami has given world class medical services completely free
to every one. There came one suggestion from some one requesting
Swami to charge "little bit" to the rich who can afford to pay, and
Swami our kind Lord said, there is no difference between "poor man's
heart" and "rich man's heart' who could ever tell this.
Some years ago, in Kodai kanal, some officials were briefing Him
about the arrangements for Eswaramma day and when one officer said,
"Swami tomorrow we will have poor feeding", Swami corrected him
saying, Sai's feeding can never be "poor feeding" you rather say
"feeding the poor". Such is the kindness of Swami.
Swami who has given every thing to the devotees, has also given
nutririous food to all at affordable price. Apparently couple of
years ago, some one from the South Indian Canteen went to Swami and
said, Swami our canteen has incurred great loss. So we have decided
to raise the price from Rs.6 to Rs.10 for a full meal. Swami looking
at him bit seriously said, if you irritate me like this, I am going
to give the food for free. when it is Swami's canteen, why are you
worried about the loss. It is my "business". Can any one do such
Divine Business? No business man can make such a statement.
SWAMI'S SAMADHI ARRANGEMENTS:
Sai Kulwanth Hall, the venue for all the "historic" events in
Parthi, will also be His Samadhi temple (tomb) in future.. Swami's
divine body will be brought to the ashram around 4pm from the Super
Speciality Hospital..there are already arrangements being made in
the Sai Kulwanth hall. Swami's Samadhi would be on the dais from
where He used to watch us all while we sing His glory. At present
there are white curtains around the stage and the recently erected
elevated wooden dais, is now completely removed. Any moment, they
will start digging the dais. Meanwhile, the final darshan of Swami's
BODY would start from 6pm, 24th april and the darshan will continue
on monday, tuesday as well. in the morning of wednesday, the burial
will be performed.
Police are making all the arrangements for the final darshan. I
think Swami's body will be placed in the middle of Sai Kulwanth hall
and ladies and gents would be allowed separately into the hall for
the final darshan.
It is still unbelievable to know that we wont be able to see our
beloved Lord in Puttaparthi. We devotees should not forget the great
services rendered by the doctors in Super Speciality Hospital. Even
though they tried their best, perfectly following Swami's message of
KARMA YOGA, they(doctors) and We knew from the day one that it will
be Swami's FINAL DECISION that will matter.We should also have to
appreciate the patience and hardwork of Sri Sathya Central Trust and
its members who tried their best to give ultramodern medical
facilities to Swami in no time, all praises to Minister Geetha Reddy
for all that she has done being a bridge of love between governemnt
and devotees.
All the ministers, governors are reaching Puttaparthi. The Chief
minister of Andhra Pradesh, Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra,
Sri.Ashok Chavan have already come to Parthi. Sonia Gandhi, Prime
minister Manmohan Singh, L.K.Advani, Ms.Jayalalitha and many other
top leaders have expressed their deep condolences on Swami's Divine
Departure. The government of Andhra Pradesh has declared 4 days of
mourning.
It would be a very sad day for Sachin Tendulkar as his birthday
unfortunately coincided with Swami's Physical Exit. He is also
coming to Parthi tomorrow for the final darshan.
Since his hospitalisation, Swami was in headlines. while reporting
they also spoke all the good work Swami had did and also His
miracles. many people who were not in Sai Fold who were watching
this did get an urge to have darshan of this great Avatar and hoped
for one physical darshan but little did they knew that it was too
late..
Looks like the final darshan will also be shown live in various TV
channels as the arrangements are already being made. Please try the
following links after 6 PM Indian Standard Time....CONTINUE
SBOI GROUP POSTING
(Posted by SBOI-Group member Satish Naik) |
