I only learnt the meaning of the word Bhajan yesterday. It means an Indian devotional song.
This is the music that has been hypnotising me over the past three days at the centre where Amma is appearing.
I haven’t ever studied Indian music or religion so somehow this music has passed me by and perhaps last time I went to see Amma it just felt strange and exotic. This time, while sitting watching the ceremonies, the hugs, the people and the musicians, I also started to read the translations of the words on the large screens. It is sacred poetry sung to music. And if like me you are struggling to come to terms with problems, or are grieving or are searching for the way forward in life; the words and the music are incredibly profound and moving.
So here is an example, along with some pictures of Amma from previous ceremonies.
If you watch and listen to this then perhaps you can imagine how incredible it is to have Amma visit Granollers. In the midst of this very commercial and sometimes sad and confused city it is a blessing.
I promised myself I wouldn’t mention the food again but it is wonderful to see how many more people now queue up for the Indian food. Who says Catalan people don’t like it spicy?
Thank you Amma and all the people who are creating this experience.