Shree Swami Samarth Maharaj

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A Short Biography of Shree Swami Samarth 184 _________________________________________________________________________________________ Srikrishna Sarswati Maharaj, just like Sri Swami Samarth Maharaj carried out miraculous plays, which appeared like mischievous childish pranks with demoniac possession. Since Srikrishna Saraswati Maharaj resided in Kumbhar Lane, he was later known as Kumbhar Swami. A Brahmin had vowed that he would make an offering to Sri Swamiji if he got a son in his family. When the Brahmin got a son, he could not go to Akkalkot in time for offering Pedhas to Sri Swamiji. By that time Sri Swamiji had taken his Samadhi. The Brahmin repented upon hearing this, but Sri Swamiji Himself appeared in his dream and said, “I am present at Kolhapur in the form of Lord Hanuman and staying at Kumbhar Lane in the name of Srikrishna Saraswati. You can complete your vow of offering by visiting him.” The Brahmin was very much pleased and went to Kolhapur. He took the ‘Darshan’ of Srikrishna Swami and offered the Pedhas. The Brahmin was confused as to why Sri Swamiji had mentioned that he would be present at Kolhapur in the form of Lord Hanuman. Understanding his mental dilemma, Srikrishna Saraswati turned his back and showed his tail. Kumbhar Swami took Samadhi in the year 1900. His Temple shrine is located at Gangavesh, Kolhapur. Copyright © 2006 Shree Vitthalrao Joshi Charities Trust
A Short Biography of Shree Swami Samarth 185 _________________________________________________________________________________________ Vamanbua Vamorikar (Badodekar) Vamanbua was born in the village of Vamori, Ahmednagar District in Maharashtra. He was completely absorbed in the contemplation of Brahma. From early childhood he had a great desire to achieve the ultimate goal, the divine truth. He wandered to a number of places to get associated with ascetics and saints. He worked as a teacher and also worked in a press. Hearing the fame of Sri Swami Samarth of Akkalkot he became very restless for the ‘Darshan’ of Sri Swamiji. When Vamabua went to Akkalkot for the ‘Darshan’ of Sri Swamiji, Sri Swami Samarth gave him ‘Darshan’ in the form of Lord Dattatrey. Vamanbua prostrated and clung to the lotus feet of Sri Swamiji. He worshipped Sri Swamiji, offered ‘Naivedya’ and then fed Sri Swamiji with his own hands. Very much pleased, Sri Swamiji blessed Vamanbua with Mahamantra 277 and also favoured him with the religious book of Avadhoot Geeta 278 . Sri Swamiji said, “You give me your bundle of things (package) and render devotional service. You will attain the stage of Brahmanishtha”. With these orders from Sri Swamiji, Vamanbua offered everything he possessed at the lotus feet of Sri Swamiji and wore a langoti. Along with his mother, he went to Sardar Sriman Ghorpade at Baroda and stayed there until the end. Due to the strength of his accomplishment, Vamanbua soon attained the stage of Brahmanishtha. He stayed at Baroda and hence was later known as Badodekar. Vamanbua wrote a book covering the life miracles of Sri Swamiji called as ‘Guruleelamrit’. This book is considered highly worthy for worship by the devotees of Sri Swami Samarth. After coming to Baroda, Vamanbua’s health started to deteriorate. He started suffering from diseases like cough, urinary problems, piles, and rheumatism in the joints. He took all sorts of medical treatments, but none of them were useful. The pain kept increasing. He then prayed to Sri Swamiji by sending a letter but did not receive any reply in time. The pain in his body increased to such an intolerable extent that Vamanbua while performing Pranayam decided to end his life in the Sursagar water tank. One night he went to the bank of Sursagar water tank. Mentally reciting the name of Sri Swamiji when he was about to jump in the water, Sri Swamiji manifested himself in front of him and pulled Vamanbua from the water. He slapped him and said, “You fool, in-spite of the long life you wish to die? One has to undergo all the sufferings predetermined by their fate. Instead of preferring Sahaj-samadhi 279 why would you prefer Jalsamadhi 280 ?. Is this your only Divine knowledge?”. By saying so, Sri Swamiji took Vamanbua to his home and then disappeared. With his kind favour of Sri Swamiji, Vamanbua’s hopes were kindled and he had a very good deep sleep that night. 277 Mahamantra: The great Mantra, a sacred hymn of the deities 278 Avadhoot Geeta: A sacred poem on the Incarnation of Lord Dattatrey 279 Sahaj-samadhi: Contemplating the highest state of meditation and attain unity with the Absolute 280 Jalasamadhi: Self-immolation by drowning oneself in the water Copyright © 2006 Shree Vitthalrao Joshi Charities Trust
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