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I have always loved this namasankirtana and its melody. This time, when I read the translation, it greatly moved me. My heart was so deeply touched that—before my mind could react—I experienced only love. May we all be protected and watched over by Gurumayi’s ever-flowing grace.
Virginia, United States
Whenever I sing Rama Raghava, I feel the protection and guidance of the divine. Every day there are many small decisions I have to make, and each decision may lead to a different result. I do my best to be alert and conscious in order to distinguish between what is beneficial and what is pleasant, and to choose what is beneficial. Since I do not always succeed in doing this, I am very grateful to know that God and the Guru watch over me and guide me back onto the right path through external and internal signs.
Konolfingen, Switzerland
It’s very cold outside today, but hearing Gurumayi’s melodious voice warms my heart and makes me dream of a world of peace where we all hold hands and let ourselves be soothed by this delightful, sweet namasankirtana.
Thinking of this fills me with happiness. Peace and devotional love—that is what Rama Raghava inspires in me.
San Giorgio a Cremano, Italy
Hearing this beautiful chant transported me instantly to a state in which I felt strongly connected to the whole global Siddha Yoga sangham. It was as if we were all chanting together. I felt the power of the chant reverberating in each of my cells, filling me with an indescribable joy. I am so grateful.
Yenisehir, Turkey
The rhythm and melody of this chant fill my heart with great reverence. Its blissful vibration removes my fear and anxiety, bringing me an unexpected sense of confidence. My eyes are filled with tears of gratitude for my dear Guru.
Cuttack, India
Tonight, after chanting Rama Raghava, I had the awareness that I am chanting for the protection of all people and all of God’s creation. My heart is filled with love for God’s magnificent creation, of which I am a part.
Ontario, Canada
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Aurangabad, India
This namasankirtana, Rama Raghava, is especially close to my heart. This chant fills my being with the love of a mother for her child. I indeed feel that I am being protected, and I feel the warmth of that protection. I also experience that there are all different names of God but the Shakti is one, without a doubt.
I am so grateful for this stronger faith that is developing inside me with every passing day.
Pune, India
I feel so grateful for the practice of chanting, for having a Guru in my life, and for belonging to this beautiful, golden, perfect path. My memories of the Ashram, of the community singing and chanting together, are holding me in a warm embrace.
Boulogne, France
New York, United States
San Giorgio a Cremano, Italy
The beautiful image itself worked a spell on me straight away. As I took it all in, listening to Gurumayi’s voice, I felt I was floating in that beautiful sea—going toward the sun while chanting along too. Yes, apparently I can swim and chant at the same time! It went on and on and I was not alarmed that I was not getting any closer to the sun. It was a calming and yet exhilarating feeling. As I swam on and on, I began to cry tears of joy.
When Rama Raghava ended, I sat there in front of my laptop and realized I was on dry land but still calm and so happy. I was aware of the silence at the end of the chant; it was a complete silence, like one I sometimes experience after a deep meditation.
Hampton Hill, United Kingdom
I often wonder whether my neighbors are insomniacs and see me chanting with my eyes gazing up at the moon, singing songs they have never heard—but my urge to merge with the great Siddhas is more powerful.
This enchanting ritual is a movable feast for my soul. This evening chanting fest for a party of one is the most auspicious part of my day. I forget my earthly woes and cares and feel myself merging delightfully with the Siddhas.
Florida, United States
Hearing Gurumayi’s voice here seems to awaken every cell in my body. I feel connected to and protected by the Guru, and my heart is overflowing with love and gratitude. I feel truly blessed.
New Jersey, United States
New York, United States
For me, this chant will always be my grateful heart’s song for Gurumayi.
Manila, Philippines
Indore, India
Right after finishing dinner, I would go to the beautifully adorned Guru Chowk courtyard and relish the Christmas decorations and lights. I would take a seat and soak up the deep, scintillating silence. Then when the chant began, I would dive into the sweetness of the melody.
As I cannot visit the Ashram this year, I chose to chant Rama Raghava with this recording. As I chanted, I felt protected. I felt immense love for everything and everyone. It seemed as though my heart became very big and expanded out into the universe as I sent my love to everyone in the world.
Gandhinagar, India
I’d been feeling down for the last few days, and this morning I went looking on the Siddha Yoga path website for Rama Raghava. Listening to its melody has softened my worries. This is a very sweet namasankirtana for me.
When I read the meaning of this chant, I thought it perfectly expressed my prayer for God to protect and watch over the people and things I love, those who need comfort at this moment.
Naples, Italy
Warwick, Australia
What a beautiful experience!
Hawaii, United States