Renowned spiritual master Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda is set to visit India to receive the prestigious title of 'VishwaGuru' in a momentous ceremony that holds profound significance in the spiritual world. 'VishwaGuru' translates to various meanings such as 'world Guru,' 'teacher to the world,' or 'world leader.'
This honor is bestowed upon spiritual figures of unparalleled wisdom and global influence, reflecting their extraordinary contributions to the spiritual landscape.
In the diverse tapestry of spiritual organizations in India, distinct titles are conferred upon their respective leaders following an ancient initiation process to ensure authenticity. The 'VishwaGuru' title, a symbol of global spiritual leadership, will be conferred upon Paramahamsa Vishwananda through an initiation process conducted in the presence of esteemed saints. The entire event will be under the guidance of Mahant Dharam Das Ji, the Head of the Mahar Nirvani Akhara.
The ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Shree Giridhar Dham Ashram in Vrindavan, India. Swami Vishwananda and his international sangha are expected to arrive in India in late November, marking the commencement of a grand celebration and festivity. The initiation ceremony is planned for November 24th, beginning at 8 am, with a full abhishekam performed on Paramahamsa Vishwananda by the esteemed saints and sadhus. This will be followed by a bhandara, during which Bhakti Marga will provide meals for 4,000 mahants, sadhus, and devotees and distribute 4,000 packets of prasad to the sadhus of Vrindavan. A momentous parikrama around Vrindavan with all members of Bhakti Marga, Mahants, and sadhus will celebrate this glorious day with street kirtan. On November 25th, there will be a Darshan where Paramahamsa Vishwananda will give one-on-one blessings to thousands of devotees. The celebrations will culminate with a Karthik night celebration on the following day. The festivities are open to all, and the schedule can be seen here: https://bhaktimarga.in/vishwaguru-initiation-2023/
Due to Swami Vishwananda's substantial following in Europe and other parts of the world, approximately 5,000 visitors and guests from outside India of diverse nationalities are expected to attend this auspicious occasion. In a gesture of reverence, Bhakti Marga will provide meals for numerous sadhus, mahants, and the entire Bhakti Marga community, further exemplifying their commitment to serving and nurturing the spiritual community.
Paramahamsa Vishwananda, a revolutionary guru, renowned for his unifying approach that transcends divisions, offering a twin path of inner and outer Bhakti. He is not only a Kriya Master who has revived the once-lost Atma Kriya Yoga technique but also the founding Acharya of the Hari Bhakti Sampradaya, which honors various Bhakti traditions from different corners of Bharat. Swami Vishwananda has previously been honored with the distinguished title of “Mahamandaleshwar - Lord of Many Centers,” awarded during the Nasik Kumbh Mela in 2015.
Bhakti Marga, headquartered in Germany at Shree Peetha Nilaya Ashram, was founded by Paramahamsa Vishwananda and has made significant contributions to the global spiritual landscape. Through Bhakti Marga, Swami Vishwananda has established temples and ashrams across Europe, parts of Africa, Asia, and South America. In India, the organization operates the Shree Giridhar Dham Ashram in Vrindavan and has plans to expand with a second site in Pandharpur, Maharashtra, thereby enriching the spiritual legacy of Bhakti Marga. Their overarching mission is to open the hearts of humanity to the divine love that transcends all boundaries of faith and belief.
