I was graced by Makarandbhai’s presence in 1996 when I was completely down on my knees, battered by the ongoing challenges presented by life. I still remember his calm and soothing presence, and his comforting words, that not only reaffirmed the purpose of my existence then but has been inspiring and guiding me since then on my spiritual journey despite various challenges that have kept emerging, which have rather, knowingly or unknowingly, continued to make me more stronger and insightful within. There has been nothing out-of-the world, or miraculous, about my personal experiences with him but they were rather simple yet profound ones, woven with our usual way of life. None the less I could gather a glimpse of his amazingly multifaceted, extraordinary, and saintly personality through his works and learning from the experiences of some of his close associates whom I have come to know over the years. As an expression of our love for Makarandbhai, our fellow beings, and for the One Consciousness that eternally pervades everyone and everywhere, I would like to encourage all of us to get connected and stay connected through these means by sharing our thoughts and experiences in our spiritual journey, including what Makarandbhai must have shared with us in person or communicated remotely over phone or through letters and e-mails.
