santidevi

I end the fast at 34 days.  I break it in a time honored tradition, with the eating of prasad {blessed food}. It is taken after satsang with Swami Dharmakeerthi, one of my beloved teachers from India. In the moment that I break the fast I observe the ego’s attachment to fulfilling the 40 days. [...]

Shri Shivarudra Balayogi enters the Buddha room at Samadhi Yoga Center.  He is clad in a bright pink dhoti.  He performs aarti for his beloved Guru Shri Shivabalayogi Maharaj.  This vedic ritual honors the Divine, the highest love of God.  The silver platter is moved in a circular motion.  The candles burn brightly as songs [...]