Burnaby, British Columbia
Alignment
Planets have been making alignments with
the moon as of late. During my evening walk this night I could see when the
clouds were not covering. I spotted the moon and also a companion, another
heavenly body situated on either side of the moon. I’m quite sure one was
Saturn, however, I’m not sure about the other. This unique line up of
luminaries reminded me of descriptions of planetary adjustments; when planets
queued up at the time of Krishna’s birth. That day is called Janmasthami.
During my stroll of chanting mantras
and planetary gazing I also contemplated on the affairs of the day, much to do
with alignment issues and falling in order. This time the issue is more to do
with people.
At 4:30 p.m. the Sunday School group of
kids were scheduled for kirtan; a chanting session. I was invited to
lead a portion of the session. In doing so, we put into exercise the method of
“receive and respond.” It went well. These five to fourteen-year-olds went
through a clapping session also, all while moving together. How important it
is, training to follow in line!
Earlier in the day, at 10 a.m., I conducted
a workshop on the Nine Devotions. In that workshop, the spirit and practice of
alignment, in many ways, became the theme.
Next Saturday, we’ve planned a Kirtan
Standards seminar, which will highlight and help the participants gain a sense
of order. There is beauty and strength in that.
May the Source be with you!
3 km
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