Etobicoke, Ontario
Despite
Despite the mild weather of today and the willingness to experience the +3°C, destiny had it that I was to be temple-bound all day long. For me the high point of the day entailed the morning discussions at the Bhagavatamclass led by Hara Kumar on yogis who took to spontaneous combustion. Examples of people who passed on in their life by invoking the fire from within are Sati, the wife of Shiva, as well as King Dhritarastra, who was blind from birth and who decided to terminate with his Queen, Gandhari. These fascinating stories are found in the books of Prabhupada.
How the topic came about was from the tale of Muchakund who burned to ashes with his laser eyes the barbarian, Kalyavana.
Another high point was having a frank talk with someone who felt the weight of depression. Somehow my counselling bore fruit. Spirits were raised. Hope appeared to be restored. It was such a good feeling when the session was over.
One anxiety for me was missing the visit by Vaisesika, a highly-powered devotee of bhakti, who was scheduled to come to Toronto for a sankirtanfest. My schedule was set a while back and so I would not be able to take advantage of his stay, which involves very enlightening classes.
The final high point was a visit to a household located near the Toronto Airport. Every Friday six families come together for a study of the Gita. Discussions opened up regarding science and how it plays out to our advantage or to our detriment. It was a fun debate.
It was a full day except for missing out on walking.
May the Source be with you!
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