Maharaj Ji`s Birthday Celebration in Lombard, IL

 A weekend of
 30,000 people
celebrations in
Lombard for Maharaj
Ji’s birthday.
attended another
successful Veggie Fest
in Naperville!
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 A new book, 2015
 Summer programs
included visits to
the Vancouver area,
Munich, and Delhi.
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calendar, and Date
Book were released
in September.
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SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY
JULY - SEPTEMBER 2014
VOL 25 NO 7 - 9
Maharaj Ji’s Birthday Celebration in Lombard, IL
TOURS AND
ACTIVITIES OF
A special three-day event was held September 19 - 21 in honor of Sant
Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj’s birthday
THE WESTIN HOTEL IN LOMBARD, ILLINOIS WAS FILLED WITH THOSE WHO HAD COME FROM FAR AND NEAR FOR THE PROGRAM’S
joyous festivities. This was the first time that the spiritual Master’s birthday had been celebrated in the United
States, rather than India. The program began
on the evening of September 19 with uplifting
and inspiring musical presentations, first from
the Chicago-based band, 28 Days, followed by
Sardool Sikander and his group who sang Indian
spiritual poetry.
At the stroke of midnight, the crowd cheered as
wishes of “Happy Birthday” echoed throughout
the hall. To mark the occasion, Encircled by Divine
SANT RAJINDER
SINGH JI MAHARAJ
Love was released, a book of personal accounts
by disciples from around the world, documenting how Maharaj Ji had touched their lives. Concluding the evening’s
festivities, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji spoke about the love of the Lord that awaits us within and how every day is a birthday
and an opportunity for us to take steps
Godward.
At the Saturday program the next day,
Sant Rajinder Singh Ji spoke of the
two kinds of birthdays we celebrate:
our physical birthday, which marks the
day we began our physical journey
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Meditation meetings are held
throughout the USA and Canada. In
addition, nine centers offer special
programs, workshops, and classes.
NAPERVILLE, IL
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VEGGIE FEST 2014 DREW A RECORD-BREAKING 30,000 VISITORS TO
the grounds of the Science of Spirituality Meditation Center on the
weekend of August 9 and 10. Word about this fun-packed family
event has attracted vegetarian enthusiasts from all over. Volunteers
came from Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Australia to
participate in the huge event.
Vendors included health providers and products, producers of
organic food items, and informational groups for vegetarianism and
healthy living. The international food court offered a wide range of
enticing vegetarian and vegan delicacies.
AMITYVILLE, NY
On the south shore of Long Island.
631.822.7979; [email protected]
Returning also this year was “Take the Vegetarian Challenge” where
BIRCH BAY, WA
Near Blaine. 360.371.5560
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the ever popular “Learn to Meditate” tent, experienced meditators
BOWLING GREEN, VA
Located north of Richmond.
804.633.9987; [email protected]
A large, colorful children’s tent featured music, arts and crafts, face
ORLANDO, FL
Outside Orlando in Lake Mary.
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PERTH AMBOY, NJ
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MASCOUCHE, QC; CANADA
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SHEFFIELD, ON; CANADA
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visitors could register and receive free guidance, recipes, and
restaurant tips on the value and ease of a vegetarian lifestyle. In
directed newcomers in the practice of Jyoti meditation (meditation
on the inner light).
paintings, and more. The live music bands playing throughout the
weekend were the best ever.
Crowds thronged to the food demos where world-renowned chefs
and authors showed how to prepare a wide variety of vegetarian
and vegan foods.
Every year, one of the biggest draws is the Spirituality and Health
Symposium sponsored by Science of Spirituality, featuring talks
by a team of international speakers, professionals in medicine,
health, and education. Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, Consul General of India,
was a special guest, speaking on the “Rich History and Tradition of
Vegetarianism in India.”
Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj delivered the keynote addresses,
“Keys to a Healthy Life,” and “Boost your Wellness.” He also visited
the booths and spent time connecting with the many visitors.
FINDING ONENESS WITH GOD
If we lead a life following the noble examples of the saints, one
day we will find our oneness with God. Two will become one. – Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj
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Summer Programs from
Vancouver to Delhi
ANT RAJINDER SINGH JI MAHARAJ HELD A SATSANG AT THE SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY MEDITATION
AND ECOLOGY CENTRE, located about 20 kilometers south of Vancouver, on June 22. He spoke
about the ecology of the spirit and the importance of balance at the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual level in our lives.
Elaborating on how we gain experiences in all
spheres of life as we age, the spiritual Master said
we learn how to live in the physical world, to emo-
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TO CONNECT
YOU
You can download full discourses
by Sant Rajinder Singh Ji, order
books and DVDs, read news
accounts of his activities, and
check upcoming schedules online.
tionally relate to those around us, and to enhance
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our intellectual capacity. Yet, very few of us focus
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on what is truly important – the spiritual aspect of
life. We have everything needed to achieve life’s
supreme goal – the merger of our soul in God. We
must make the most of this opportunity.
Two weeks later, after holding programs in
Satsang under a beautiful canopy at the Science of Spirituality
Meditation and Ecology Centre, outside Vancouver. Below: A
blessing at the dais during a Munich program.
Chicago, Maharaj Ji arrived in Munich, where two
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North and South America: en
español
thousand people from throughout the continent
were waiting to see him. Speaking of the trials
and tribulations of life, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji said
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these challenges impel many to search for the
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truth and the meaning of life. He emphasized the
importance of leading an ethical life and meditating daily. Love for all, devotion and a passion to
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know God are critical aspects of the spiritual path.
From Munich, Maharaj Ji and his wife, Mata Rita
Ji, traveled to Delhi for programs beginning on July 5 until departure on July 30. Events with the spiritual
Master were held every day while in Delhi, with tens of thousands at each gathering. During one satsang,
Maharaj Ji shed light on the law of karma that governs life in the physical world. This law dictates that we
are accountable for our every thought, word, and deed; we reap the fruits of accumulated karma either
in this lifetime or in subsequent ones. Thus, caught in this never-ending cycle of action and reaction, our
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Archives of full discourses are
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soul continues to return to the physical world in various life forms, unable to break free from the wheel of
transmigration.
The spiritual path, he said, enables us to achieve our life’s purpose while still living in this world and fulfilling our worldly obligations. Through daily, accurate meditation and selfless service, we are able to reduce
our karmic burden. In addition, he said, it is possible even while fulfilling our societal and family obliga-
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tions throughout the day, to remain in sweet remembrance; we must strive to do so as much as possible.
A highlight of this Delhi visit took place on July 27, when the birth anniversary of Hazur Baba Sawan Singh
Ji Maharaj was celebrated.
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LOVE
UNITY
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Transformation through meditation
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Birthday Celebrations, continued
on earth; and our spiritual birthday, celebrating the day we are initiated and our soul begins its journey Homeward.
Our spiritual birthday is more important than our physical birthday and occurs only for a fortunate few. It is a celebration of love, of our true self, and of our relationship with God; it is when the inner regions begin to unfold for us,
and we embark on the journey to experience the love of the Lord. The program concluded with satsang on Sunday.
Science of Spirituality
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New publications: 2015 Science of Spirituality Calendar; Encircled by Divine Love, a book of
experiences of the grace of Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj; and the annual Datebook with photos,
spiritual quotes, calendar and introspection diary. For details and ordering: [email protected]
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