The USA Summer Dharmayatra 2025

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The Master arrived in the US to bless aspirants of North America with His grace and guidance. He encouraged them to awaken stillness, truth, and love within; enabling the blossoming of their spiritual self.

Devotees danced with abandon, their hearts brimming with love and reverence, as they welcomed Pujya Gurudevshri at Shrimad Rajchandra Ashram, USA. On the morning of 18th the Ashram witnessed a key event – the Shilanyas Ceremony of the Jinmandir and Gurumandir, creating a foundational milestone for the West. The same night, the spiritual ambience deepened with a touching video tribute to Shri Ranchodbhai.

For the first time on Western soil, a Satsang Shibir on Natak Samaysaar was held. The Master elucidated the essence of the esteemed scripture through three sessions. The evening echoed with heartfelt experience sharing, culminating in a powerful theatrical presentation on Pandit Atmarasi Banarasidasji, the author of Natak Samaysaar.

On the radiant morning of April 20, the Ashram came alive with joyous fervour as it hosted a grand Shobhayatra and Raj Padhramani. Param Krupalu Dev was ceremoniously welcomed and venerated with love-infused rituals. As He entered the Swadhyay Hall, joy swept through the gathering. Pujya Gurudevshri’s countenance shone as He worshipped Param Krupalu Dev. Atmarpit Nemiji, trustees, and laabharthis too venerated Param Krupalu Dev with deep love and reverence.

Later that evening, in a warm and informal setting, Pujya Gurudevshri met various mumukshus from across the US. That night, the spirit of devotion burst forth once again as devotees engaged in joyful raas-garba, expressing their love through movement and rhythm.

Over three nights, Neil Shah of Indianapolis conducted impactful sessions on the power of habit. Each session concluded with an engaging quiz by Atmarpit Nemiji. The devotees also took part in various sports and games, relishing every moment in the Master’s presence. On one of the nights, Atmarpit Nemiji led a thought-provoking session, followed by an inspiring experience sharing by a devotee.

From April 25 to 27, for the first time, the US Ashram hosted a rejuvenating Yoga Retreat titled ‘Joy of Practice.’ The participants deepened their practice under the guidance of Parul Mehta from Kuala Lumpur. Pujya Gurudevshri uplifted hearts with soul-stirring Sadguru Udghoshs. Garbharpit Athena Sheth, all of 13 years of age, conducted a session for the youngsters of the US. The retreat also celebrated the birthday of Atmarpit Nemiji with a heartfelt speech, a tribute video, a lovingly crafted card by the kids of Shrimad Rajchandra Divinetouch and a special gift presentation by the Trustees.

The USA Ashram witnessed a Samuhik Pratishtha where Shreya–Millen Rastogi, Rupa–Nainit Shah, Jainam Sheth, Rutvi Ravani–Parthvi Harde, Kalpesh–Mansi Jain, Jahnvi Vakil, Vishal–Mittal Mehta, Priyank Jethva, Manisha–Charmi Shah, Sonal Muni, Andy–Zarna Shah Tarazona, Satish–Bina Parekh, Nisha–Parag Bavisi, Rahul–Poonam Vaidya, Kishore–Manda Sheth, and Bhavik–Riddhi Shah welcomed the Lord with reverence and joy.

After spending 10 elevating days at the US Ashram, Pujya Gurudevshri departed for Seattle. Devotees bid Him a loving farewell, carrying within themselves the profound imprint of His presence.

Seattle stood still, touched by the breeze of divinity. A city draped in mist found its golden dawn as Pujya Gurudevshri arrived. Hosts Jayesh–Mita Khandhar lovingly welcomed the Master at their home.

At BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Pujya Gurudevshri delivered a transformative pravachan. With tender brilliance, He revealed how surrendering to the will of an Enlightened Master leads to mastery over the mind and a life rich in peace and purpose. In a moment charged with reverence, the Board of the Jain Society of Seattle offered a memento to Pujya Gurudevshri. The Master warmly interacted with Pujya Paramcharitdas Swami and Pujya Anandmanandas Swami, who welcomed Him with a fragrant garland, symbolising warmth between the two organisations.

The sanctity deepened at Parshwadham Temple, where the Master delivered a stirring discourse which awakened seekers to the invaluable gift of a human birth. The truth struck a chord as the temple’s Head Trustee, Shri Amit Shah, offered a heartfelt felicitation to Pujya Gurudevshri.

Blessings poured into the lives of devotees through sanctifying padhramanis. Sacred pratishthas radiated at the homes of Samit–Zarna Jhaveri, Sohil–Amruta Rupani, Joyal–Dimple Shah, and Jignesh–Khyati Varia.

The Master’s chants sanctified the soil of the upcoming Jain Community Center, envisioning a future rooted in the spiritual welfare of aspirants.

The retreat with Seattle’s devotees was replete with joy. Dancing feet, shared journeys, songs of faith, joyful games, and Atmarpit Nemiji’s birthday celebrated with soulful dedication – every heartbeat simply echoed love and belongingness towards the Divine.

Amidst the breathtaking tulips of Roozengaarde, silence spoke loudest. In a field painted by nature’s hand, seekers immersed in pranayam, singing of verses of Bhaj Govindam and the melodious recitation of verses of Param Krupalu Dev’s timeless masterpiece, Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra. The experience was truly a heavenly communion of breath, beauty, and the boundless self.

A city of dreams shimmered brighter as holiness descended. The privileged hosts Jaagesh–Aditi Shah reverently received the Master.

At the Jain Center of Southern California, the first pravachan unfolded like a tranquil stream of wisdom. Pujya Gurudevshri revealed that the path laid down by Bhagwan Mahavir is one of inner stillness and freedom from mental fluctuations. The discourse was attended by several dignitaries including Rajbir Singh Taneja, Founder and President of Indo-American Social Association.

The spiritual resonance deepened at the Servite Theatre, where a second pravachan was bestowed by the Master. He taught seekers a spiritual approach to living, with each insight opening hearts and anchoring minds in silence.

A touching moment followed as esteemed donors Manubhai and Rikaben Shah were lovingly felicitated by Pujya Gurudevshri. He even blessed their home and office space with sacred padhramanis.

Pratishthas blossomed love for the Lord at the residences of Ankit–Aditi Gosalia, Bharti Sheth, and Pranav–Deepali Sarvaiya.

The Los Angeles retreat radiated joy. Through an electrifying Udghosh, Pujya Gurudevshri highlighted that devotion is the supreme path. The retreat also witnessed an engaging quiz. Seekers expressed devotion through soulful dances and celebrated with a spirited nrutyabhakti set to the verses of Param Krupalu Dev’s magnum opus – Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra.

The City by the Bay felt transformed as Pujya Gurudevshri arrived, hailed by the deep yearning of seeking souls. His gracious hosts, Raj-Divya Doshi and Hemant-Bhavna Patel, welcomed Him with reverence and joy.

Through two luminous pravachans, Pujya Gurudevshri awakened hearts to a timeless truth that countless lifetimes of forgetting the self have entangled the soul in illusion, but sustained satsang begins to dissolve this delusion. Pujya Gurudevshri met with members of the local community, each interaction infused with a rare, gentle depth that lingered long after.

Homes of devotees were purified with padhramanis. A pratishtha ceremony cemented the Lord in the homes and hearts of Kushal–Aastha Shah, Nihar–Anita Shah, Parima Shah, Riddhish–Shivani Dadbhawala, Ayush–Disha Jain, Tejas–Vidita Ajmera, Devang–Miti Jhaveri, Ankit–Priyanka Chheda, Ankeet Shah, Falguni Shah, Tulsi Mehta, and Hemant–Bhavana Patel. A cherished highlight was the Master’s time spent with the spirited San Francisco Youth Group, where laughter and love flowed freely.

The journey deepened with a one-day retreat, blending reverence, learning, and celebration. The day began with heartfelt Bhakti, followed by an Udghosh where the Master taught that a day free from distress and filled with purity, contentment, love, and dignity, blesses one’s home with joy.

Wisdom took on a playful form through an interesting quiz sparking joyful reflection. The evening came alive in a vibrant crescendo, a feisty dandiya raas woven with the timeless verses of Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra.

Pujya Gurudevshri was lovingly welcomed by mumukshus in the vibrant city of Dallas. His blessed hosts were Ketan–Rupa Mehta.

The Master delivered a pravachan at the Jain Society of North Texas (JSNT) and another one at the Grand Centre. Pujya Gurudevshri explained how with unfathomable wonder the Enlightened Ones made the visible vanish and the invisible come alive – a miracle beyond the grasp of words. Attending the discourses were dignitaries including Rohit Gangwala, President, JSNT and Ami Dalal, Vice-President, JSNT.

Pujya Gurudevshri also shared informal, heartfelt moments with the Dallas mumukshus, offering a presence that transcended words. His grace sanctified homes through padhramanis and sacred pratishthas; Viren-Neelam Shah, Viren-Hetal Shah and Arun-Nisha Kamdar being the privileged ones.

In a touching retreat, devotees celebrated Mother’s Day in the presence of their Divine Mother, Pujya Gurudevshri. Through an elevating Sadguru Udghosh, the Master intensified their experience of devotion. The celebrations culminated in a vibrant nrutyabhakti set to the verses of Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra.

The city of Long Island was uniquely blessed, serving as both the first and final stop of the Master’s USA Dharmayatra. Upon His arrival – and once again before His return to India – Pujya Gurudevshri graced the city, meeting the Raj Parivar and spending precious, informal moments with the mumukshus. In a tender farewell, He enveloped them in an embrace of love and blessings, leaving hearts full and spirits uplifted!