Mayapur, India
Looking at What is Great
It was the second of our AGM meetings and
good friend, Anuttama, presented a review of fifty years of the Hare Krishnas
in the world. Of course, it is an old
tradition–devotion to the deity Krishna–but formalized and registered, it’s
been a golden jubilee year.
Among events that occurred to honour this
milestone, Anuttama spoke briefly about my U.S. walk from New York to midway
America–Seward, Nebraska, to be exact.
He mentioned my response to the question “Why are you doing this?” while
the walk was in progress was “It’s to make America great again!” That drew laughter. Mind you, the remark was in-house. It’s not what I would tell media. At least, I don’t think I would.
Very frankly though, these pilgrimages are
purposefully executed to encourage spiritual life. The major imbalance in society is that beyond
the survival mode and the excessive sensory stimulations that the general populace
is catering to, there is a dearth of spiritual development.
Here in Mayapur, a spiritual culture has
blossomed and it is a remarkable achievement.
In the midst of what once was a third-world district, and a recently oppressive
government in Bengal, a marvelous community has formed.
If we are careful with planning, monitoring
and staying inspirational, this community will be a model showcase. The major challenge is the rampant motor
bikes. Walking and bicycles need to be
encouraged.
May the Source be with you!
3 km
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