Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas

As Sathya grew older, the people of the village began to notice His hidden powers. They started reverentially calling Him, Swami.

One day, Swami and His family members visited the Sri Virupaksha Temple at Hampi. When they arrived at the temple, Swami did not accompany the others inside. Instead, he stood near the temple’s gate. When the pooja began inthe sanctorium, everyone was surprised to see Swami standing in place of the Lingam.

They had just left Him at the temple’s entrance. How could He suddenly get inside the sanctorium? They rushed out and saw Swami standing as before, all alone and gazing at the sky, with an innocent smile on His rosy lips. Everyone was awestruck and fell at Swami’s feet.

One day, Swami returned home from school, threw away Hisschool bag and announced loudly, “Maya (delusion) has left me.I am no more yours. My devotees are waiting for me.” Swami’s sister-in-law, who was inside, rushed out but was almost blinded by a bright aura surrounding Swami’s head. She closed her eyes as she was unable to withstand its brilliance.

Mother Easwaramma lovingly requested Swami, “O son, if You must leave us and go to Your devotees, please stay here in Puttaparthi itself and protect and bestow Your Grace upon all Your children.” Swami gracefully agreed to His mother’s humble request.

For a very long time, Swami stayed with Karnam Subbamma, whose house was large and could accommodate the increasing number of devotees who came to see Him. Moreover, Subbamma herself was an ardent devotee and loved Swami with all her heart. The devotees soon began coming from all over.

Sometimes the food would be insufficient to feed everyone present. At such times, Subbamma would ask Swami for help.

Swami would go into the kitchen with two coconuts, strike them against each other, and sprinkle the coconut water over the food. Automatically, there would be enough to feed all the people present, and there would be some more left over!

As the number of devotees increased, they offered to build a bhajan hall alongside Subbamma’s house. Once, while Swami was staying at Subbamma’s house, a priest named Laxmaiah arrived with his friend and his friend’s wife, who was mentally ill. The priest made his friend and his wife wait on the banks of the River Chitravathi.

The priest arrived at Subbamma’s house and came across Swami. Not knowing who He was, the priest addressed Him, saying, “I believe there is a boy here who cures ailments. Could you please take me to Him, as I have brought my friend and his mad wife?”

Swami asked the priest to bring the couple to Him. He told them to have a bath and to sit with the other devotees. Swami then distributed prasad to everyone. He created the Divine vibhuthi and put some in the mad woman’s mouth.

Later, He cut some fruits, which the couple had brought as offerings to Him, and gave them the same to eat. Within no time, as the people were watching, the mad lady became normal. Bowing with great reverence to Swami, she and her husband left happily.

As the life of Karnam Subbamma was coming to an end, Swami made her perform lots of charity. One day, when Swami left for Bangalore, Subbamma’s health deteriorated, but her mind was constantly on her beloved Swami. Even her mouth, which uttered His holy name, stopped moving. Her breath stopped. She breathed her last, calling out Swami’s name.

At once, Swami appeared from nowhere. He called her with His loving voice, “Subbamma! Subbamma, open your mouth!” Subbamma, who was physically dead, opened her mouth and her hands started fumbling and trembling to hold Swami’s feet.

Swami graciously took her hands into His and, with His right hand, poured the Holy Ganges water into her parched soul, through her mouth. Subbamma, the true devotee of Swami, left the mortal coil with her eyes fixed on Swami’s Divine Lotus face, and merged in Him.

According to the wish of the devotee, Swami reveals Himself as their chosen God. To some, He shows Himself as Lord Ganesha, to some as Lord Muruga, to some as Sri Rama or Sri Krishna, and yet to others as Christ – and He pleases all.

Once, a lawyer named Krishnamachari came to Puttaparthi from Penukonda, with the sole intention of exposing Swami as a charlatan. He was taken to Swami by His father. Swami took the lawyer into a room and asked him to keep his eyes closed. When they entered the room, Swami asked him to open his eyes. The lawyer was surprised to see the Samadhi of Shirdi Sai Baba, with a garland draped over it, and a priest standing nearby with pooja items in his hands.

Swami told the lawyer to look at the other side. There, he saw the Hanuman temple, the neem tree, the Gurusthan, and other sites in the holy town of Shirdi. The lawyer was an ardent follower of Shirdi Sai Baba. When he received the darshan of Shirdi Baba’s Samadhi, he fell at Swami’s Lotus Feet and asked Him for pardon. The Daya Murthy (Embodiment of compassion), Swami, patted his back and immediately pardoned him.

Swami is all powerful. Whosoever calls Him in any name with Love, He responds and blesses them.

The third chapter of Sri Sathya Sai, Sathya Narayana Katha

ends with all auspiciousness.

Bow to Sri Sai. Peace be to all!

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas – A Sacred Reflection On Childhood Grace And Divine Wonder

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas is a beautiful spiritual theme that reminds devotees of the early signs of divinity, compassion, wisdom, and miraculous grace in the childhood of Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. The word Bala means child, and Leelas means divine plays. These sacred acts were not ordinary childhood events; they were gentle revelations of the Avatar’s love, power, and purpose.

In the life of great divine personalities, childhood itself becomes a message. While other children may be absorbed in play, comfort, or small desires, Bala Sai showed qualities that touched the hearts of those around Him. His kindness, fearlessness, simplicity, and mysterious spiritual power gave people a glimpse of something extraordinary hidden behind a tender childlike form.

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas teaches that divinity does not always appear with outer grandeur. Sometimes it comes quietly, through a loving smile, a compassionate act, a wise word, or a small miracle. The Divine may appear as a child, but the power behind that form is timeless. This truth helps devotees understand that God can reveal Himself in the simplest ways.

From an early age, Swami’s life reflected love for all. He cared for the poor, showed concern for suffering people, and gave joy to those who came near Him. His childhood actions were filled with sweetness, yet they carried deep meaning. They showed that the purpose of His life was not personal enjoyment, but the upliftment of humanity.

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas also reminds us that miracles are not meant only to create surprise. A divine miracle has a spiritual purpose. It strengthens faith, removes doubt, gives protection, and awakens devotion. When Swami performed small wonders in childhood, they were signs of His compassion and a way of guiding people toward God.

Many devotees see Bala Sai as the embodiment of innocence and divine wisdom together. A child normally depends on others, but Bala Sai often became the support of others. His presence gave comfort, His words gave courage, and His actions revealed a power beyond human understanding. This combination of childlike simplicity and divine majesty makes His leelas deeply touching.

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas becomes meaningful when we understand the lesson behind them. Devotees should not remember these divine plays only as stories of wonder. They should ask, “What do these leelas teach me?” They teach faith, humility, compassion, purity, and surrender. They remind us that God is close to sincere hearts and responds to love.

Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba always emphasized that the real miracle is transformation of the human heart. Outer miracles may attract attention, but inner change is the greatest blessing. If remembrance of Bala Sai makes us more loving, truthful, peaceful, and helpful, then the leela has truly touched our life.

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas also teaches that God’s love is natural and unconditional. A child does not calculate love, and divine love is even more pure. Swami’s childhood leelas showed concern for people beyond caste, religion, wealth, or social position. His love flowed equally toward all, revealing the universal nature of divine compassion.

The early life of Swami also reminds us that spiritual greatness begins with purity. Simplicity, truthfulness, kindness, and self-control are not small virtues. They are the foundation of divine living. A devotee who remembers Bala Sai should try to develop a pure heart, because purity is the doorway through which grace enters.

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas inspires children as well as adults. Children can learn devotion, respect, kindness, and discipline from the life of Bala Sai. Adults can learn humility, because the Divine chose to appear in a simple child form. This shows that God does not need outer show to prove His greatness. His presence itself is enough to transform hearts.

In daily life, devotees can honor these leelas by living Swami’s message. Feeding the hungry, speaking gently, forgiving others, helping those in need, and remembering God with love are all ways of keeping the spirit of Bala Sai alive. Devotion should not end with admiration; it should become action.

Bala Sai’s Divine Leelas finally reminds us that the Avatar’s childhood was a sacred preparation for a universal mission. The small village setting, the loving family surroundings, and the early divine acts all became part of a greater story of love and service. Through these leelas, devotees understand that Swami’s life was divine from the very beginning.

In the end, this theme is a sweet invitation to remember Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with wonder, gratitude, and faith. His childhood leelas continue to inspire hearts because they reveal a love that is innocent, powerful, and eternal. When devotees reflect on them sincerely, the mind becomes peaceful, the heart becomes softer, and life becomes filled with divine grace.

Sai Baba’s Mission Begins