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24. Experiences of Pannyasa
Shri Abhayasagarji Maharaj Ganivarya Shri Mahayashasagarji Maharaj
Clo. B. K. Parekh 5, Parshvadarshan, Old Nagardas Cross Road,
Andheri (East), Bombay.
Agamavisharada, Suvishuddha Samyami, Pujyapad Pannyasa Pravara Shri Abhayasagarji M. was one of the best Sadhakas of the Navakara Mahamantra in the modern days. At night from 11.30 p. m. to 1.30 a. m., he took to the Sadhana of the Navakara Mahamantra. As a result of this he came across so many unique inner experiences. Very often things to happen in future also came to his mind early. Here, I narrate some of his experiences that will, I am sure, create unflinching faith into the mysterious work of the Navakara Mahamantra.
Once he was on way from Kapadvanj to Balasinor along with his father Gurudev Upadhyaya Shri Dharmasagarji and other Munis. In Balasinor he got an inner suggestion during the night during the Sadhana of the Navakara that Godhra will be in flames. The Vihara should therefore come to a stop. He submitted this to his worthy preceptor and they halted at Timba. Then it was that news of terrible communal riots and fires in Godhra came. Really, the Sadhaka is protected in all ways and in great care by the Mantra, more than the mother protecting her child. What is required is a total submission in all faith. What is required is, going to the lap of the mother, that is Shri Navakara, regularly.
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