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શ્રુત ઉપાસક રમણભાઈ
A GREAT TEACHER
DR. V. BALACHANDRAN NAIR
Balanair 2005@Yahoo.com (RMP) He was a great man. The greatness can be felt in his words and deeds. Even his presence was enough to enlighten others. The above said words comes to my mind whenever I think about him.
For the last 2-3 years when he had any massage he used to call me. It used to be a great experience for me. He cleared all my doubts. He explained everything in very simple language, be it mantras or words (language) or new technology. Rarely, did I see him dealing with money. It was done by others for him. He was very particular that we got our fees in time. Whenever I refused, he insisted on taking it.
He used to keep some water near his window for the birds to drink. Birds were his regular visitors. One crow used to come and drink water at a particular time.
He has traveled a lot. He has touched all the states in India. He has also visited most of the countries across the globe. Often he met his old students at far off places unexpectedly. He used to describe the places he seen, the people he met name of places, organ etc. sing slokas (mantras). He also taught me some mantras.
When I was going through tough times I used to confide in him. His presence itself give you great relief. He would listen patiently and came up with a simple and straight solution. But it gives you total relief.
For the last 2 months, I was not providing any message to him. I simply sat by his bed touching his feet. Still he saw that I get my fees regularly. I strongly feel that death came to him at his wish.
He did not become a Rama Krishna Paramhansa because he did not get a student like Vivekananda.
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