Nothing But Dust
What did the sadhu find on Swamishri’s blanket in Kurel?
dust
Whose birthday was being celebrated in Gondal during the garland incident?
Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s 71st birthday.
Which sadhu had a kidney emergency in 1984?
Pujya Balmukund Swami.
In which city was the Rath Yatra festival celebrated?
Ahmedabad
Where was the 2017 swagat dance that welcomed Mahant Swami?
South Africa.
What did Swamishri say when the sadhu tried to clean the dusty blanket?
This body is made of dust anyway!
What unusual material was one of the garlands made from?
popcorn
What major mistake did the Rajkot doctors make?
They removed the healthy kidney by accident.
What special item had been prepared for the festival?
A silver chariot.
What covered part of Swamishri’s face during the photo session?
Thakorji placed at a higher level.
Instead of complaining about the cold night, what did Swamishri cover himself with?
a mosquito net
What lesson did Swamishri teach when accepting the heavy garland?
“You must accept both the heavy and the light. Life needs ups and downs.”
What did Swamishri bring to the car before sending Balmukund Swami to the hospital?
Thakorji
Instead of sitting on the chariot, what did Swamishri insist on doing?
Pulling the chariot himself.
What teaching of Yogiji Maharaj did Mahant Swami recall during his blessings?
“This is not our honor; it is Maharaj and Swami’s honor.”
Which quality of Pramukh Swami does this prasang highlight the most?
vairagya / non-attachment
Who offered the heavy garland of pulses, beans, and lentils?
Pujya Ishwarcharan Swami
How did Swamishri show care even while preparing to travel to Ahmedabad?
He waited in Mumbai until Balmukund Swami arrived.
Name one senior sadhu who pulled the chariot alongside him.
Mahant Swami Maharaj, Dr. Swami, or Ishwarcharan Swami.
What did Mahant Swami say about where the honor goes?
The honor reached from me to Maharaj and Swami
Why is Swamishri’s reaction an example of divine personality?
Because he treats the body as insignificant and never complains.
What deeper understanding did this prasang teach about life with the Satpurush?
That even “downs” are just steps toward spiritual highs.
What quality of Swamishri is highlighted in this entire incident?
Selfless love and prioritizing others’ wellbeing.
What principle did this act demonstrate about Swamishri’s priorities?
Bhakti first — always placing Thakorji above himself.
What key personality trait does Mahant Swami demonstrate in this event?
Ego-lessness (ātmabhāv toward Maharaj)