Daaji then said, having experienced divinity is also a problem. Experiencing divinity for once, or even for a month, a year, or ten years, is also a kind of curse. It's not enough. Like you enjoy the hospitality of a very wealthy person. You have every facility you can enjoy at your friend's place. What will be the state of your mind while you are enjoying this island? I wish I was also wealthy, isn’t it?. One may think that my friend is great, but I wish I were also like him. So the experience of my wealthy friend’s hospitality is great, but to become wealthy, and offer such experiences to others, is another matter. Divine experiences are great, but to become divine is something else.
The morning started rather early for Daaji meeting a few guests from different organisations, such as Acharya Balakrishna ji of Patanjali and Swami Chidanand Saraswati ji of Parmarthniketan Ashram of Hrishikesh, accompanied by a few of their followers. Daaji had some tea and snacks and spoke with them for half an hour in his office. Later, he took them on a short tour to see the hydroponics installation in his garden. They left for the airport from there.
Daaji came to the meditation hall to take part in the morning plenary session. He came down from the stage to greet the guests. Later, all the panellists were invited to the dais to take their chairs. Daaji listened to the talk given by Dr. Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi. Daaji felicitated Dr. Imam ji after his talk and then took leave from all the guests. He then had a small discussion with Dr. Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi backstage. Daaji was very happy to hear from Dr. Imam that his son will soon start practicing the Heartfulness meditation. Daaji then gifted his book, Spiritual Anatomy, to them before leaving.
The proceedings of the morning sessions can be watched using the below link:
In the afternoon, the various influencers and the Ministry of Culture’s guests were invited to Daaji’s home. During the discussion, Daaji shared many insights. Talking about belief, Daaji explained, “Your belief, without your personal conviction and personal experience, is as hollow as devalued currency. You have to strengthen it through experience, and experience will be strengthened only through your practice.”
Daaji then said, having experienced divinity is also a problem. Experiencing divinity for once, or even for a month, a year, or ten years, is also a kind of curse. It's not enough. Like you enjoy the hospitality of a very wealthy person. You have every facility you can enjoy at your friend's place. What will be the state of your mind while you are enjoying this island? I wish I was also wealthy, isn’t it?. One may think that my friend is great, but I wish I were also like him. So the experience of my wealthy friend’s hospitality is great, but to become wealthy, and offer such experiences to others, is another matter. Divine experiences are great, but to become divine is something else.
Daaji then said, “ As the time comes, even bliss also becomes a burden. It becomes too much for us to manage. So you say goodbye to it. And it happens. You don't have to do anything. So far, you have been propelled by nature, and nature herself will take you further up. One has to remain cognizant, become aware at each step through personal experience, personal encounters. Borrowed knowledge is of no use to us here. When we have a scientific perspective, we are ruthless. We don't believe certain things blindly. We go through experiments and can demonstrate what is right and what is not.”
Speaking about the present state of the religions, Daaji said, “It's very painful to see. We contradict our own scriptures. We say that God is an antaryamin, all pervasive and all knowing. There is no word that denotes its opposite, such as "bahiryamin,” in any literature. Antaryamin means one who dwells within. And where do we search? Everywhere but inside. So how can you find out by adopting the wrong path? You cannot ever reach your destination.”
Heartfulness is a way of expressing our gratitude. I'm alive because of you, who is within me, my dear Antaryamin, my beloved, see. That's enough, that much recognition is what emerges in meditation and see what happens next …..
After listening to the many insights from Daaji, they all joined him for lunch, which was followed by a walk in Daaji’s garden. After seeing them all off, Daaji went to rest.
At 5.30 pm, the Vice President of India, Shri Jagadeesh Dhankar ji arrived for the evening session in the meditation hall. After planting the ceremonial tree and walking down the red carpet, they entered the meditation hall to commence the valedictory session.
In his speech at the World Spiritual Mahotsav held at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Hyderabad, Telangana, the Vice President of India highlighted the significance of spirituality in today's global context. He emphasised the importance of inner peace for achieving world peace, particularly in a time marked by geopolitical tensions, inequality, and religious discrimination. The Vice President underscored India's historical commitment to pluralism and religious tolerance, noting its role as a beacon of hope and enlightenment.
He discussed how spirituality transcends boundaries and cultural variations, advocating for a deeper exploration of one's inner being and the recognition of divinity within each individual. Drawing from India's rich cultural heritage, he referenced ancient scriptures, literature, art, and architecture as manifestations of spiritual wisdom.
The Vice President emphasised the practical relevance of spirituality in modern life, touching upon its role in governance, economic activities, and social harmony. He praised India's contributions to global spiritual consciousness, including the promotion of yoga and humanitarian aid during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Throughout the speech, the Vice President encouraged individuals to integrate spirituality into their daily lives, fostering a society characterised by inner peace, wisdom, and empathy. He concluded with a call for collective reflection and action, invoking the words of Kabir to spread soothing spiritual vibrations far and wide.
In essence, the Vice President's speech conveyed the transformative power of spirituality in addressing contemporary challenges and fostering a more harmonious and compassionate world, with special mentions and eulogies interspersed throughout his speech, which brought massive applause from those gathered to listen to him speak. The speech by the governor of Telangana received thundering applause due to her authenticity as well as her homage to Daaji’s extraordinary vision and commitment, which she said she had witnessed firsthand on several occasions.
After the session, Daaji left home and waited for the arrival of the Vice President of India at his residence. All the family members of Daaji welcomed the Vice President. Daaji showed the Vice President to his room, which had been prepared for their stay, and then, after getting freshened, for a dinner together.