Sahaja Marriages in the Presence of Shri Mataji

September 13, 2009, Sunday

One more great day starts with a deep meditation early in the morning. At the glade in front of the large stage, having sung mantras for the chakras and channels, the adult Sahaja Yogis are meditating. In an hour, there is a meditation for little Yogis.

10:30 am. At the small stage, more couples (about 30) blessed for Sahaja Marriages by Shri Mataji are announced and on the sand “dunes” of the bank of the river Volga Haldi ceremony had already started.

You are coming down along the wooden ladder (made by our brothers with much love) and immediately you are covered with the feeling of joy and unity with Sahaja family! In the center of the beach, there is a Yuva Shakti ensemble performing bhajans and qawwalis from the sounds of which the vibrations are spouting and flying into the height. On the right, sisters are dancing in a ring. On the left, with loud exclamations, brothers are dipping into the cold water of the Kundalini of Russia.

In the second half of the day, dressed in wedding garments, blessed by Shri Adi Shakti for marriage and remarriage 123 couples are preparing for the meeting with the Goddess. First, the sisters offer rose petals at Mother’s Lotus Feet at Gauri Puja in the front yard of Shri Mataji’s house. Then the brothers worship the Lotus Feet of Holy Mother with rose petals at Shri Ganesha Puja. The atmosphere is permeated with tender and, at the same time, solemn vibrations.

To the accompaniment of the drums, the brothers come up to the glade in front of the main stage. In some time, on the other side of the white sari the sisters line up opposite them. The nature and people quieten down in meditation waiting for the arrival of Great Mother. In the height of the blue sky, the clouds are forming the images of Shri Ganesha…

The curtains of the large stage are parted. Joy is reflected on the faces of Sahaja Yogis – of the children looking at their Sublime Beautiful Mother. The brides and the bridegrooms sprinkled with rice and rose petals make seven steps towards each other. The sari is put down in a very solemn way. The happy and excited bridegrooms and brides meet the eyes of each other. In some minutes the marriage ceremony continues in front of the havans. The brides and bridegrooms make wedding vows in an undertone – everyone feels that the vows are made by their hearts.

Each couple comes onto the stage to make namaskar to our Divine Mother and get a present from Her. All 4,5 thousand Sahaja Yogis present at the Festival are rejoicing! Soon the immense joy of Sahaja family is expressed in dancing to the accompaniment of the qawwali “Mata ka Karam”. After staying with Their children for some more time, Shri Mataji and Sir C.P. leave for Their house.

But the holiday continues! Surrounded by their younger and elder brothers and sisters, Yuva Shakti perform bhajans and qawwalis in the front yard of Shri Mataji’s house. It is not possible to describe by words the feeling of joy which overfills each and everyone! The dancing Baby Shakti, the smiling and singing Yuvas and adult Yogis. The concert finishes with not-ending applause devoted to Shri Adi Shakti and dazzling fireworks. Bolo Shri Adi Shakti Mataji Shri Nirmala Devi Ki! Jai!!! Into these words, repeated again and again, Sahaja Yogis of all the countries and ages put all their love and respect for our Beloved Holy Mother! In the eyes of many, there are tears of joy. The open hearts are flowing together!

Thank You, Shri Mataji, again and again, that You have allowed us to get Self-realization, that You have allowed us to become Sahaja Yogis, that You have listened to our prayers and have come to the Russian land to meet with Your children! Beloved Mother, let us always stay at Your Lotus Feet, let us strengthen in spirit and spread Sahaja Yoga all over the world. May everything we are doing bring only joy to You. Shri Mataji, we, Sahaja Yogis all over the world, wish You and Your family good health and very long life!

September 14, 2009, Sunday

6:00. All the brothers and sisters present at the Festival gathere for the collective meditation at the glade in front of Shri Mataji’s house.

7:20. Shri Mataji and Her family leave Their house for the airport. The Sahaja Yogis see off their Beloved Holy Mother, Papaji and Sadhana Didi with rose petals, in complete silence and thoughtlessness.

Shri Mataji, we love You very much and we know that You are always with us!

Jai Shri Mataji!