Once, in Gold Coast, Australia, Mahant Swami Maharaj was on his way to a spiritual gathering when an unexpected incident occurred. As soon as he entered the hotel lift, it suddenly got stuck.
For 39 long minutes, those around him grew anxious, fumbling for solutions. Some even imagined the worst. But Swamishri? He remained calm and undisturbed. Not a trace of worry crossed his face.
Finally, when the doors opened, there was no frustration, no anger, and no complaints—just a gentle smile. Even after stepping out, his concern was not for himself but for others. When he saw a volunteer heading toward the hotel’s manager, he immediately instructed his attendant sadhu to remind the volunteer to be patient and polite.
Later, at the gathering, Swamishri shared a powerful message:
“Whatever happens, good or bad, happens at God’s will.”
Life often throws setbacks at us. But how we respond defines us. The next time we face an obstacle, may we remember Mahant Swami Maharaj’s words—and face it with the same faith and composure.
To know more about Mahant Swami Maharaj: https://www.baps.org/About-BAPS/TheFounder%E2%80%93BhagwanSwaminarayan/TheSpiritualLineage-TheGuruParampara/Mahant-Swami-Maharaj.aspx
Mahant Swami Maharaj: An Introductory Film on the Spiritual Leader of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7s1OeBc3lHw&t=9s
BAPS Website: https://www.baps.org/
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