The broad and noble objective of Sachchidananda Parabrahman (Dr) Athavale behind performing Yajnas

In the Vedic Dharma tradition, Yajnas are not merely religious rituals, but they are regarded as a Divine spiritual practice for the welfare of the samashti (Society). Through the Yajna culture, the Sages showed the path for the welfare of the world.

Gurudev telling the Purohits – “If the inner portion of the Yajnakunda is white, it does not look good when it becomes black due to the flames. Therefore, that portion should be plastered with mud”.

Carrying forward this tradition, Sachchidananda Parabrahman (Dr) Athavale (fondly addressed as ‘Gurudev’) has organised various Yajnas till date. Behind these Yajnas, there is not merely personal or local benefit, but the very broad and noble objective that seekers should obtain the spiritual strength necessary for their protection and for the establishing of the ‘Hindu Rashtra’.

1. Subtle guidance

The Yajna tradition is not based merely on Scriptures, it is a tradition developed through the live guidance of
Sages. Through Jeevanadipatti readings (Jeevanadi is a sacred form of Tamil Nadi astrology), various Yajnas were suggested from time to time, and the results achieved through those Yajnas also became evident through the subsequent experiences.

Receiving guidance for Sanatan Sanstha’s mission of serving Dharma through writings in the Nadipattis is an an invaluable and rare occurrence.

Due to this subtle guidance, the nature, methodology and objective of the Yajnas become clearer and more effective. Consequently, the Yajnas cease to remain merely rituals and become a spiritual practice that fulfils the Divine resolve.

2. Conclusion

Yajnas are not merely ritualistic processes, but an effective spiritual practice for upliftment of samashti, protection of seekers and preservation of Dharma.

The Yajnas performed by Gurudev are inspired by the resolve for broad welfare, as mentioned in the Nadipattis, and through them, seekers are obtaining spiritual strength, enabling the mission of serving Dharma to progress more effectively.

– Shri. Amar Joshi, Sanatan Veda Pathashala