Chapter - 31 Summary
In Samvat 1962, the festival of Phagan Sud Poonam was celebrated in Anand. The opponents tried to stop the event but failed. Around 800 devotees gathered and requested Swamishri to establish a separate temple. Initially, Swamishri suggested not building a temple in hopes of reconciliation with Vartal, but due to the devotees’ insistence, donations were collected, totaling forty thousand rupees.
When deciding the location, many devotees invited Swamishri to build the temple in their villages, but he chose Bochasan, as Shriji Maharaj had resolved that a temple should be built there. Soon, land was acquired and the temple work began.
At Anand, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Madhavtirth also arrived and wished to meet Swamishri. However, Swamishri declined to associate, saying “We and Vartal are one.” Despite this, Madhavtirth developed great respect for Swamishri’s scholarship and saintliness.
Chapter - 31 Last-Minute Revision Points
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Samvat 1962 – Festival in Anand
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Opponents failed to stop the event
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Around 800 devotees gathered
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Request for a separate temple
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40,000 rupees collected
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Decision to build in Bochasan
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Shriji Maharaj’s resolve
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Land acquired
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Meeting with Madhavtirth
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“We and Vartal are one”
Chapter - 32 Summary
Hirabhai, the village head of Bochasan, was a feared and notorious man known for crimes like theft, robbery, and even murder. He invited Swamishri to dine at the temple, but Swamishri set a condition that he would only eat if Hirabhai became a satsangi.
Under Swamishri’s influence, Hirabhai underwent an immediate transformation and decided to abandon all his sins and become a satsangi. He accepted initiation from Swamishri. This incident astonished people across Gujarat, and they recognized Swamishri as a great spiritual personality.
Gordhanbhai Kothari remarked that someone who could transform a person like Hirabhai deserved great honor. Through this event, Hirabhai himself realized the greatness of Swamishri.
Chapter - 32 Last-Minute Revision Points
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Hirabhai – feared criminal leader
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Crimes like theft, robbery, murder
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Offered food to Swamishri
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Condition – become a satsangi
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Instant transformation
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Accepted initiation
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Shock across Gujarat
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Greatness of Swamishri
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Gordhanbhai’s remark
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Hirabhai realized Swamishri’s glory
Chapter - 33 Summary
After Hirabhai became a satsangi, the opponents grew more furious and sent armed attackers to harm Swamishri. The first time, they failed to find him, and Hirabhai scared them away. Later, they returned with stronger preparation, but Swamishri changed his location in time and went to Sejakua instead of Padra.
The attackers reached Sadhi and then Padra but could not find Swamishri. The devotees became worried, but Swamishri was under the constant protection of Shriji Maharaj and Gunatitanand Swami. At the same time, Gunatitanand Swami appeared to Arjanbhai and said that he was going to protect his devotee.
Eventually, the attackers returned disappointed. On their way back, they collided with a herd of buffaloes, fell from their camels, and were seriously injured. Thus, Swamishri was divinely protected, and the opponents’ plan failed.
Chapter - 33 Last-Minute Revision Points
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Opposition increased after Hirabhai’s transformation
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Plan to attack Swamishri
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Hirabhai drove attackers away
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Second attempt with preparation
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Swamishri changed location
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Went to Sejakua instead of Padra
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Vision of Gunatitanand Swami
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Protection of the devotee
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Attackers failed to find him
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Injured by buffalo herd
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Divine protection of Swamishri
Chapter - 34 Summary
Despite opposition, the foundation and construction of the Bochasan temple began smoothly with great enthusiasm. Swamishri himself participated in the service, and devotees sacrificed their farming work, offering their bullocks and carts for the temple work. During excavation, pots of wealth were found, but Swamishri, being detached, ordered them to be buried again and continued the work relying on God.
Opponents tried to bribe Hirabhai to turn against Swamishri, but he refused and declared his loyalty, taking responsibility to protect the temple.
On Vaishakh Vad Dasham of Samvat 1963, the consecration ceremony took place. After installing the murti of Shriji Maharaj, the murti of Gunatitanand Swami could not be lifted. Swamishri prayed sincerely, and immediately the murti was lifted and installed beside Shriji Maharaj. Thus, the pure worship of Akshar-Purushottam was established, fulfilling Shriji Maharaj’s resolve.
Chapter - 34 Last-Minute Revision Points
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Foundation despite opposition
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Devotees’ service and sacrifice
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Wealth pots found – buried again
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Swamishri’s detachment
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Hirabhai refused bribe
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Took responsibility to protect temple
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Samvat 1963 – consecration
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Installation of Shriji Maharaj
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Murti could not be lifted
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Prayer led to installation
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Establishment of Akshar-Purushottam worship
Chapter - 35 Summary
Swamishri needed land for the gate of the Bochasan temple, but the villagers refused. Bechar Kisa was sent to oppose him, but upon Swamishri’s glance, his heart transformed, and he willingly measured and gave the required land.
Swamishri placed pegs there, but Dhanji Matadar tried to remove them. Swamishri warned that “this peg is on Sheshnag’s head,” yet when it was removed, blood appeared, and he became frightened. He immediately placed the peg back.
Bechar realized Swamishri’s divine power, asked for forgiveness, and joined in temple service. After this, the worship of Akshar-Purushottam began spreading openly, and many devotees accepted its glory.
Chapter - 35 Last-Minute Revision Points
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Need of land for temple gate
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Villagers refused
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Bechar’s transformation
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Six units of land measured
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Pegs placed
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“Peg on Sheshnag’s head”
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Blood appeared on removal
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Peg replaced in fear
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Bechar asked forgiveness
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Joined temple service
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Spread of worship
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