Jyotir Gamaya

 A True Story from Last Raksha Bandhan Last year, my cousin Priya was very worried. Her brother, Raghav, had moved to Canada for his job. Just one month before Raksha Bandhan, he met with a small accident and had to stay in the hospital for a few days. Priya felt helpless. She wanted to do something for him. She sent him a rakhi, of course. But her heart told her this was not enough. Then she found something online – a special Raksha Bandhan Vishesha Seva on a spiritual website. She booked a Navagraha Shanti Homa for him, where mantras were chanted for protection from bad planetary effects. After a few weeks, Raghav started recovering well. His problems slowly reduced. Even his job and health became better. Priya still says, “That wasn’t just a puja. That was my true rakhi. It had real power.” Raksha Bandhan – More Than a Festival We all love Raksha Bandhan. Sisters tie rakhi on the wrist of brothers. Brothers give gifts. Everyone eats sweets and takes selfies. It is a happy day. B...

There are many festivals in India. Some are for Bhagwan Vishnu, some for Devi Durga, some for Shiva, some for Ganesha. But there is one special day that is not for a deity, but for the person who helps us understand all deities — the Guru. This day is called Guru Purnima — the full moon day in the month of Ashadha, usually in June or July. It is one of the most powerful spiritual days, not for material celebrations, but for inner connection, gratitude, and self-growth. Let me share a small story first. The Story of a Young Seeker A young boy once asked a saint, “Why do I need a Guru when I can read everything myself?” The saint smiled and said, “Imagine trying to cross a dense jungle. You have a map, but no experience. You may get lost. Now imagine walking with someone who has walked that jungle many times, who knows every turn, every danger. That person is your Guru.” This is the truth of our life. We are all trying to find peace, answers, clarity — and only the Guru, the one who has ...