Women from various backgrounds gathered at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandirs across North America to celebrate the 91st birthday of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj with great devotion and enthusiasm. The celebration theme, "Yours Forever," emphasized the unique and profound spiritual connection each devotee can build and strengthen with the Guru. For female devotees, this connection often blossoms through darshan, smrutis, prasangs, and heartfelt letters to Guru Mahant Swami Maharaj. His compassionate care and respect for women devotees are evident in the practical and thoughtful guidance, blessings, and solace he provides through letters, creating a lifelong bond.
The event featured a vibrant program, where women of all ages expressed their devotion through various cultural performances, including traditional dances, devotional songs, and insightful skits. Inspiring speeches further delved into the significance of maintaining a strong spiritual connection with the Guru, reminding everyone of the encouragement and guidance Mahant Swami Maharaj provides for their personal, professional, and spiritual journeys.
Throughout the celebration, devotees had an opportunity to remember Mahant Swami Maharaj's presence in their lives, whether through his physical darshan or his spiritual presence. The event not only celebrated his birth but also the enduring relationship between the Guru and his devotees.