Swamiji demonstrates the proper way to carry the Danda. he explains that the Danda is energized with the Existential energy and will protect one with the presence of the Master. It therefore should be treated as if it were the Master himself. It should be held about the knee, with the left hand like how he is seen holding it.
Swamiji after the initiation is complete.
The newly initiated Brahmacharis in a group photo with Swamiji.
All Junior and Senior Brahmacharya initiates of the ashram. A few of those who are traveling are not seen here.
The lady Brahmacharis in a group photo with Swamiji.
The Senior Brahmacharis in a group photo with Swamiji.
All the Vaanaprastha initiated people (those taking up the spiritual path after a married life) are seen here.
23 Aug - The entire group of senior and junior Brahmacharis and Vaanaprastha initiates assemble for a tradional lunch on banana leaves the day after the Brahmachari initiation ceremony.
A senior Brahmachari offers arati to Swamiji's seat before commencement of lunch.
Arati is complete. The senior Brahmachari prostrates before Swamiji's seat before commencing the meal.
