His Master's Voice

A stream of spontaneous recollections takes the reader through mystical experiences, esoteric teachings and Vedantic secrets. With distinctive frankness, Professor Nagaraj R. Padaki shares pointers and fascinating encounters; an account of the manifestation of Gurudeva Swami Virajeshwara Saraswati after Mahasamadhi and darshan of Divine Mother, a mystical explanation of Kundalini by Jagadguru and a saintly lady, potent association with a Divine Doctor. Also recorded are incidents like the manifestation of golden mangalya of Sri Kanchi Kamakshi Amman, initiation into Maha mantras by a mantra siddha, encounters with Amba in Tiruvannamalai, a Himalayan Yogi and many more.

Through the window of experiences and encounters, the reader is directed to the ultimate. Sooner or later, the reader must take the plunge, plumb the peace within and abide in peace. Our rishis out of compassion, hold before us the highest goal or param dharma, which should be never out of sight – abidance in our True Nature: Self or Atma (Atman) or Brahman through Brahmavidya.

This perennial stream was collected week after week from Professor Padaki by the author, under the direction of his GuruMa. Professor becomes part of this divine drama, and shares all that He knew and learned from Gurudeva.

“Guru Bhakti, obedience, direct teachings, and mystical experiences are integral parts of this set of recollections. May all readers get kindled.”  –  Shree Mata Swadhaa Devi (GuruMa), Hamsa Ashramam.

“This faithful recording of the awe-inspiring memoirs of revered Professor Padaki Mahodaya will inspire genuine seekers to deeper levels of jnana-vichara.” – Swami Tanmayananda Sarasvati, Principal Trustee, Hamsa Ashramam Trust.