Gita Jayanti Mahotsav, December 22, 2023 at Omkareshwar Mahadev Mandir, New Delhi

 

Gita Jayanti Mahotsav, December 22, 2023

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Omkareshwar Mahadev Mandir, New Delhi

 

Details of the Event

 

The occasion of Gita Jayanti was celebrated with great fervour at Omkareshwar Mahadev Mandir in New Delhi on December 22, 2023. Gita Jayanti is the day when Bhagwan Shri Krishna imparted the sacred wisdom to disillusioned Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. HH Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj and Dr. Archika Didi Ji graced the event with their presence. Devotees welcomed Maharaj Ji and Didi Ji upon their arrival. They offered their prayers to the deities at the temple, performed yagna, and met devotees.

 

Main Highlights of the Event

 

The event commenced with the ceremony of deep prajwalan, followed by Guru Vandana and Swastivaachan.

 

There were many beautiful bhajan renditions by the students of Gurukul. Their various performances on Krishna and Gita bhajans cast a spell on everyone present at the event.

 

The programme also showcased heart-winning performances by Gurukul students on the Holy Gita's various verses.

 

In addition to this, there was also a captivating recital on Shri Krishna-Arjuna Samvaad at the battlefield of Kurukshetra.

 

Later, Maharaj Ji and Dr. Jeetram Bhatt Ji, Director, Dr. Goswami Girdhari Lal Shastri Prachya Vidya Pratishthanam, Delhi, awarded certificates and scholarships to the winners, who participated at the Gita Quiz Competition organised by Vishwa Jagriti Mission at all gurukuls in Delhi.

 

The Glory of the Bhagavad Gita

 

The Holy Bhagavad Gita is an extremely revered scripture in Hinduism that encapsulates profound teachings by Bhagwan Shri Krishna to Arjuna on duty and righteousness. For thousands of years, this treasure trove containing universal wisdom has been inspiring spiritual seekers worldwide and promoting inner peace and an ethical way of living among the masses. It is a beacon of timeless wisdom, guiding millions of people across the globe to the path of self-realisation, addressing the complexities of life, and illuminating the essence of Dharma among them. For its practical knowledge and philosophical depth, the holy Gita has today transcended borders and been offering solace, clarity, and inner peace to seekers trying to find out the real meaning of life.

 

Key Takeaways from Didi Ji's Address

 

During the programme, Didi Ji shared her views on the enlightening teachings of the sacred Bhagavad Gita. Here are some of the main highlights of her address:

 

Ø Embed the teachings of Lord Krishna in your heart and make Him a part of your breath! Such a person will never be overwhelmed by sorrow!

Ø One who heeds the words of their guru and walks the path shown by them will undoubtedly achieve success!

Ø As soon as we abandon our egos, God manifests Himself!

Ø Those who embrace the messages given by Bhagwan Shri Krishna definitely attain success in life!

Ø When we are filled with love and compassion, only then will we wish well for others and act accordingly!

Ø If we adopt the essence of Bhagwan Shri Krishna, positive changes will undoubtedly occur in our lives!

Ø The Gita inspires us to progress in life! Therefore, it is essential to keep the Gita in the realm of our consciousness!

Ø If the Gita becomes our guiding principle, then our well-being is assured!

Ø The Supreme Being is a complete incarnation of Himself.

Ø Shri Krishna inspires us to smile in every situation.

Ø While meditating on the Divine, there should only be the emotions of love, purity, devotion, faith, and surrender in the heart.

Ø During Pain feel that Govind is with you. There is no need to fear.

Ø Always chant the name of the Supreme Being in your heart.

Ø The Divine is our parents and friend. He is everything.

Ø Believe that all our relationships are with the Divine.

Ø The more we remain in his refuge, the more peace and joy we start receiving.

Ø Connect yourself to God and His voice as much as you can.

Ø Krishna will come to your heart in the form of trust and love.

Ø Believe that there is a divine power that is protecting you all the time.

Ø Remain steady during testing times.

Ø Embrace the assurance of Shri Krishna in your heart.

Ø The sacred Gita inspires us to move ahead in life.

Ø Make the teachings of the Gita your life. imbibe them.

Ø Improve your thoughts for transformation in life.

Ø Make the Holy Gita and its teachings the foundation of your life.

Govind Dhyanam & Gita Discourse | East Delhi | 10th Dec 23

 

Govind Dhyanam & Gita Discourse - 10th December, 2023 by Dr. Archika Didi in Krishna Nagar, East Delhi

 

Details of the Event

With the divine blessings of HH Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj, Vishwa Jagriti Mission’s East Delhi Mandal organised Govind Dhyanam and Gita Discourse on December 10, 2023, at Shri Radha Madhav Mandir in Krishna Nagar, New Delhi. Revered meditation guru, spiritual leader, and Gita scholar Dr. Archika Didi Ji led a beautiful soul-nourishing meditation session followed by her profound insights into the enlightening teachings of the Holy Bhagavad Gita.

 

About Dr. Archika Didi

 

Dr. Archika Didi is a notable Gita scholar, yog-meditation guru, spiritual leader, and philanthropist. She has inherited these extraordinary qualities from her father HH Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj, who himself is a renowned saint, religious and spiritual luminary. She is a multi-faceted personality who is a qualified doctor, holding two PhDs in alternative medicine and yogic science. Dr. Archika Didi is active on various fronts. She is the vice chairperson of Vishwa Jagriti Mission, chairperson of Karuna Sindhu Charitable Hospital, and founder-chairperson of Dr. Archika Foundation, a Delhi-based NGO.

 

Dr. Archika Didi: Guiding People Towards Inner Peace and Global Harmony

 

It is Dr. Archika Didi’s firm belief that through meditation and self-transformation, the objective of global peace can be achieved. Her mantra, "Dhyan Yog Se Vishwa Shanti" (achieving global peace through meditation), is based on this philosophy. For so many years, she has been active in the fields of meditation, spirituality, and philanthropy.

 

Through her meditation and spiritual sessions, she is helping individuals attain the much-coveted inner peace, while her Gita discourses are successfully enabling people to understand and inculcate the supreme teachings of the Holy Gita in their own lives. Hundreds of thousands of seekers have attended her various national and international events, where they have experienced a great spiritual awakening and profound transformation.

 

Till today, she has delivered over 300 discourses on the teachings of the timeless holy scripture Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, and around 700 videos on the same are available on her YouTube channel, Dr. Archika Didi. She has also led more than 800 national and international meditation camps.

 

She is the recipient of various laurels for her remarkable work in various fields, such as - Spiritual Achievement Award, Suryadatta National Award, National Gaurav Award, Dinkar Sahitya Ratna, and World Congress Senior Citizen Award.

 

The Welcome Ceremony

 

The event started with salutations to the Divine, Sadguru Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj and Dr. Archika Didi Ji, and beautiful bhajans by Shri Haridarshan Tiwari Ji, Shri Aakash Pandey Ji, and Shri Vishnu Dev Pandey Ji.

 

Upon her arrival, Dr. Archika Sudhanshu was given a warm welcome by the dignitaries of Vishwa Jagriti Mission’s East Delhi Mandal, whose names are as follows:

 

• Shri Satish Sharma Ji, Head, East Delhi Mandal
• Shri Surendra Mohan Sharma Ji, Head, Ghaziabad Mandal
• Shri Manmohan Sharma Ji, Mahamantri, East Delhi Mandal
• Shri Dinesh Sharma Ji, Vice Head, East Delhi Mandal
• Shri Ashok Nagpal Ji, Treasurer, East Delhi Mandal
• Shri Sanjeev Pratap Singh Ji, Secretary
• Shri Rajkumar Sharma Ji
• Shri Anoop Gupta Ji
• Shri Yogendra Jaswal Ji
• Shri Ram Gandhi Ji
• Shri Naresh Agarwal Ji
• Shri Satyendra Singh Ji, Secretary, Ghaziabad Mandal
• Shrimati Premlata Arora Ji, Head, Mahila Mandal
• Shrimati Veena Malik Ji
• Shrimati Asha Mehta Ji
• Shrimati Rajni Bishnoi Ji
• Shrimati Darshana Gogia Ji
• Shrimati Savita Kalra Ji
• Shrimati Praveen Arora Ji
• Shrimati and Shri Ombeer Raghav Ji

 

The programme commenced with a deep prajwalan ceremony and a welcome speech by Shrimati Premlata Arora Ji, head of Mahila Mandal.

 

An Overview of Govind Dhyanam and Discourse

 

Didi Ji emphasised the significance of meditation in day-to-day life and taught many ways to relax and control the mind during the event. She led sadhakas (practitioners) towards blissful calmness and relaxation through various meditation techniques and positive self-affirmations. She also conducted Om Jaap Dhyan Sadhana along with various yogic practices and Bhramari pranayama. Her meditation and discourse sessions helped seekers realise profound inner peace, unlock spiritual insights, and foster a deeper connection with their inner selves.

 

Key Takeaways of the Govind Dhyanam and Discourse Sessions

 

• The Divine is the ultimate peace, truth, and love.
• By connecting with the divine, our sorrows and melancholy start diminishing.
• The more a person connects his soul with the divine, the more he starts remaining calm and happy.
• Passion to connect with the divine brings qualitative change.
• Worldly matters impact less on those connected with the divine.
• Negativity, sorrow, and worries only result in discontentment.
• A single negative emotion affects our subtle body and life force, leading to various illnesses.
• Enjoy your every task.
• Never drag any issue.
• Be forgiving and move ahead.
• Stop living in the past.
• Try to find positivity in negative circumstances.
• Be flexible in your behaviour, thoughts, and way of doing work.
• Do not be egoistic.
• Cultivate positive thinking and patience.
• Speak thoughtfully.
• Exercise control over words.
• Be grateful to God for everything.
• Think good for yourself, others, and the whole world.
• God is always with us.
• God gives us opportunities to grow and shows us the right path.
• The more we remain grateful, the more chances we receive to be grateful.
• Do meditate for enhanced well-being and inner peace.
• Divert the mind from outward things.
• Connect with yourself.
• Stop overthinking.
• Do your karma.

 

Benefits of Govind Dhyanam:

 

1. It helps control the mind.
2. It promotes inner peace and deeper connection with the divine.
3. It permanently stops invasive and unnecessary thoughts.
4. It offers the path to unite with the divine.
5. It cultivates much-needed serenity and freedom in daily life.
6. It brings profound relief to individuals grappling with psychological disorders like anxiety, stress, tiredness, and depression.
7. It effectively addresses insomnia and also alleviates various physical pains, including headaches and joint discomfort.
8. Its regular practice brings boundless patience and increases affection and sympathy.
9. It enhances spiritual well-being and mindfulness.

 

Govind Dhyanam: Be One with the Supreme Being

 

Govind Dhyanam is a path to achieve the DIVINE, to merge with the DIVINE. Practise Govind Dhyanam to embrace qualities like Govind—the embodiment of compassion, wisdom, and divine love.

Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir, 2-6 December 2023 in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh

 

Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir, 2-6 December 2023 in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh 

Details of the Event

With the divine blessings of HH Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj and the enlightened guidance of Dr. Archika Sudhanshu Ji, the transformative 4-day Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir unfolded successfully from December 2nd to 6th, 2023, in the sacred city of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Organised by Vishwa Jagriti Mission, the event witnessed the harmonious convergence of Gurudev, Guru Maa, and Didi Ji, drawing thousands of national and international devotees and seekers. The presence and support of numerous dignitaries added grace to the occasion, making it a spiritually enriching experience for all.

Significance of Ayodhya in Sanatana Dharma

For countless centuries, the sacred city of Ayodhya has stood as a profound beacon of faith, captivating the hearts of billions adhering to Sanatana Dharma. Revered as the birthplace of Bhagwan Rama, Ayodhya stands as an enduring symbol of dharma, embodying the principles of righteousness. Over millennia, Ayodhya has remained a cherished nexus of devotion, cultural heritage, and pilgrimage, captivating the souls of those who seek spiritual solace. Following centuries of perseverance and struggle, this blessed ground is on the verge of witnessing the grandeur of the forthcoming Ram Mandir, a testament to the resilience of faith and the culmination of a long-cherished dream.

 

Guests at the Event

Numerous dignitaries graced the event, offering their perspectives on the extraordinary character of Bhagwan Shri Ram and the profound significance of the sacred city of Ayodhya for Hindus. The names of the esteemed guests are as follows:

1. Swami Vishvesh Prapannacharya Ji
2. Shri Dinesh Ji, RSS Pramukh
3. Sant Shri Raj Kumar Das Ji Maharaj, Trusty, Shri Janki Jeevan Trust, Ayodhya
4. Shri Surya Pratap Shahi Ji, Cabinet Minister, Uttar Pradesh Government
5. Shri Alok Kumar Ji, International Executive President, Vishwa Hindu Parishad
6. Swami Govind Dev Giri Ji Maharaj, Treasurer, Shri Ram Mandir Teerth Trust

Meditation Sessions by Didi Ji During Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir

During the event, Didi Ji conducted morning and evening meditation sessions. This event focusing on Shri Ram Naam Jaap, Om Namo Narayana Jaap, and Om Jaap. Didi Ji's meditation sessions not only included guidance on the art of third eye activation, relaxation techniques, and connecting with the universe but also incorporated Anulom-Vilom pranayama and various yogic practices. With her profound wisdom, Didi Ji blessed the enthusiastic seekers, encouraging them to deepen their meditation practice for inner peace and a healthy body, fostering a state of joyous mindfulness. The seekers learned invaluable meditation methods that went beyond the ordinary, contributing to their overall well-being.

Other Activities at Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir

On December 4, devotees participated in a holy procession led by Maharaj Shri and Didi Ji, visiting Ram Lala Ji and the under-construction Shri Ram Mandir. They also met with Swami Vishvesh Prapannacharya Ji, who honoured them and presented sacred scriptures. The day concluded with a mangal aarti resonating with 'Jai Shree Ram'. A captivating tableau showcased Bhagwan Ram, Mata Sita, Lakshman Ji, and Hanuman Ji, providing a visual representation of divine presence. Devotees in attendance sought the blessings of Maharaj Ji and Didi Ji.

On December 5, dignitaries, including Sant Shri Raj Kumar Das Ji Maharaj, Shri Surya Pratap Shahi Ji Cabinet Minister, UP gov. Shri Alok Kumar Ji (International Executive President, Vishwa Hindu Parishad). He met Maharaj Ji and Didi Ji. Didi Ji, a noted Gita scholar, gifted the Holy Bhagavad Gita to the dignitaries.

In the evening, Maharaj Ji, Guru Maa, and Didi Ji performed yagna at the banks of the Saryu River, followed by mangal aarti, deep dan, and Pushpanjali. Devotees participated with full fervour in this. A Lazer show later showcased the inspiring life journey of Bhagwan Shri Rama and the cultural heritage of Uttar Pradesh.

On Dec 6, renowned spiritual leader Swami Govind Dev Giri Ji Maharaj, treasurer of Shri Ram Mandir Teerth Trust, graced the event.

The 4-day Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir concluded with Maharaj Shri announcing another such programme at a different pilgrimage site next year.

Main Points of Didi Ji's Raghav Dhyan Sadhana and Discourse Session

• Only the power of determination can transform life.
• Take a pledge to follow the path of welfare and spirituality.
• Success comes through consistent efforts in the right direction, coupled with patience.
• Nurture inner curiosity and the desire to live for growth.
• Guidance from a guru is pivotal for success in life.
• Only a guru can remove our inner flaws.
• Before pointing out others' mistakes, first look at yourself.
• Fault-finding about people makes life itself a big complaint.
• Constantly pointing out others’ mistakes brings only complaints in life.
• Start working on yourself by improving your weak points and speaking tone.
• Live a dignified life.
• Behave well with others.
• Remain positive in every situation.
• Have a firm belief that God is always with us.

Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir: A Delightful Experience

The Raghav Dhyan Sadhana Shivir concluded as a transformative experience. Participants immersed themselves in meditation, divine teachings, and cultural richness, leaving with a renewed sense of inner peace and spiritual fulfilment.

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