![]() It was never ending and we decided to go straight to the mandir since I was anxious to reach for the arati. However, I must admit the journey from Pune to Kolhapur was gruelling. Someone who suddenly decided to join us had arranged a van to seat all of us and others who had come from Mbay had brought a delicious lunch which we ate on the bus. Two days later we were on a flight to Pune. ![]() Immediately we contacted some devotee in Kolhapur and after that everything went on oiled wheels. The call was clear and unmistakable – “Come”! In this case my invitation to visit her came suddenly on a Friday after I finished reciting the Lalita Sahasranama which is a recital of the thousand and one names of the Goddess. The deity herself has to invite us before the opportunity occurs. I have always found that we cannot make an arbitrary decision to visit any mandir. For many years I had been nursing a vague longing to go to the famous Mahalakshmi Mandir at Kolhapur but somehow, I never got an opportunity. However, I always tell everyone that Mahalakshmi runs after those who worship her Lord, Vishnu. ![]() I’m a devotee of Vishnu/Krishna and I have never had any deep dealings with Lakshmi. Most people run after Lakshmi who is said to be the giver of wealth and fortune.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |