When Will I See You Again?

When Will I See You Again?

Can there ever be a last darshan of the One, Whose every darshan, Whose every glimpse and glance, had an everlasting effect in each cell of every devotee’s being? …commemorating the darshan on 25th March 2011 in a packed Sai Kulwant Hall in Prasanthi Nilayam, that is slated to be the ‘Final Darshan – Thus Far’, it is time for humanity to ponder over the deeper significance of His magnanimity, of His walking on the Earth…? and to win His grace, to win Him back, we need to amend, walking the talk, walking His path…let’s reminisce the grandeur and beauty of His Supreme Darshan granted on 25th March 2011, through the writings of Sri Jullie Chaudhuri.

The heart does constantly reminisce, hitherto unsurpassed moments of sheer bliss…when our Beloved Lord glided into Sai Kulwant Hall, in His delightful chariot on 25^th March 2011.

Situation necessitates the word ‘hitherto’, for as yet…up until now…thus far…the memory of that darshan, referred to by so many as the ‘last darshan’, has carved a niche for itself in the endless corridor of time.

Waves of devoted adulation, awed admiration, marvel, reverence and veneration…gushed forth to embrace the Beloved One. One could imagine peacocks laying down their plush plumes for the Master’s cherished footfall…even as Mother Nature submitted its elated obeisances with myriad effervescent, ethereally fragrant offerings quite beyond human perception.

All eyes stayed glued on Him, all necks craned for a precious glimpse, each heartbeat did whirl and twist…waltz in bliss…enhancing its treasure trove of sublime divine memories.

Entering at 1915 hrs, the Lord encircled Kulwant Hall at a leisurely pace twice, much to the utter delight of the devoted congregation…concluding the ‘Ultimate Darshan’ with a double Abhaya Hasta…even as Samastha Lokaah Sukhino Bhavantu reverberated through the environment…the grace to be sprinkled all over the globe, being scooped into the sweeping arms of the passing breeze…an ally of Beloved Sai…ensuring that this purest of pure love of infinite mothers rolled into One…reaches all His children…touching every sentient and insentient being with eternal benediction.

As it is, a question, a rhythmic refrain, seems to hover in the air after every darshan, an earnest query engulfed in the marvelous fragrance of devotion that never seems to wane, emitting from myriad hearts – When will I see You again?  Unspoken, yet heard by the One towards Whom it has been directed…each devout longing receives its due response…for no one is ever forsaken by Beloved Bhagawan!

As that hitherto ‘last darshan’ is reflected upon with deep deliberation, each soul whispers these lines to the Beloved One –
Maula merey Maula merey….ankhen Teri itni haseen…mujhse yeh har ghadi mera dil kahey, Tum hee ho uski aarzoo…mujhse yeh har ghadi merey lub kahey, Teri hee ho sab guftgu…baatien Teri itni haseen mai yaad inko jab karta hoon…phoolon sey aaye khushboo…Maula merey, Sai merey, Maula merey, Sai merey…Your eyes ever so captivatingly beautiful…unto me each moment my heart acknowledges that You are its sole desire…each moment the lips yearn – that every conversation should reflect only You…be connected to You…whenever I recall Your memories so vividly enchanting…it enhances the fragrance of flowers… which then surge forth to envelope me…

The Lord encircles Kulwant Hall, blesses all, listens to hymns that worship Him soulfully, then it’s time for Arati and He soon begins to cruise towards Yajur Mandir…in that hushed silence…resounds a collective refrain – When, Oh! Lord, my sweet Lord, when will I see You again? Till the next darshan, this question does in the mind forever remain.

Silence speaks a language unknown…silence communicates through a language its very own…silence so uniquely vocal…so distinct and eloquent…an exquisite bond encompassed with glorious mystique between Bhagawan and bhaktha…and to these devoted ones most certainly His Presence is unveiled, disclosed and visibly made known.

On that evening, except for Him, no one knew of His fundamentally vital decision. His decisions are His exclusive domain. What the Supreme Person takes upon His assumed physical persona always has selflessness as its base and is specifically for the eventual good of creation. Suffice for us await…plunge into and remain submerged in faith, patience, acceptance, awe, appreciation…and bated wonderment having experienced Him as the Avatar of all Avatars…!
Thus far…as yet…up until now…this remains as the Ultimate Darshan.

It indeed has been a most trying period for all…one suffused with astonishment, shock, distress, acute agony and bewilderment…that could perhaps be somewhat alleviated and assuaged only via deep introspection, trusting one’s own inner views, reflecting upon Beloved Bhagawan’s words and making His message our life…along with a resolve to live exclusively for Him through and through…every moment, each thought, word and deed a genuine offering…an intense dedication at His beauteous Lotus Feet.

Our cherished Lord’s Love knows no space or time…being boundless…beyond reason and clime…as expansive as He is infinite…

The answer to the refrain – ‘When will I see You again?’…lies in practising His word…for that is when our actions reveal true respect, reverence and love for Bhagawan and receives His ultimate, everlasting and equivalent response.

However, one wonders, can there ever be a last darshan of The One, Whose every darshan, Whose every glimpse and glance, had an everlasting effect in each cell of every devotee’s being? There can never be a last darshan of the One with ageless beauty and timeless charm…His grace remains immeasurably profound…His ways inexplicable, incomprehensible…His persona enigmatic, inscrutable, transcendental…and His will…His Sankalpa – resolute, indomitable, unsurpassable…as much as His life is the life of Truth…experienced in the now…no folklore…this mystifying and unfathomable Ocean, the Source of creation, how much ever one tries to explore…whiffs and sprays waft refreshingly ashore…touching the very core… whispers that refreshingly echo – the era of Sathya Sai is not yet history…wherefore His story, as yet…has much more in store.

II Samastha Lokah Sukhino Bhavantu II

When Will I See You Again – A Devotee’s Longing for Divine Nearness

When Will I See You Again is a question that rises from a heart filled with love, remembrance, and spiritual longing. It is not an ordinary question of distance or time. For a devotee, it carries the pain of separation and the sweetness of faith. The eyes may wait for a form, the ears may wait for a voice, and the heart may wait for one sign of nearness, but true devotion slowly teaches that the Divine is never truly absent.

There are moments in life when the devotee feels deeply alone. The world continues as usual, people speak, duties call, and days pass, yet something inside quietly searches for the beloved presence. In such moments, the prayer When Will I See You Again becomes a silent conversation with God. It expresses love that cannot be fully explained through words.

To see the Divine again does not always mean seeing with physical eyes. Sometimes we see Him through a sudden peace in the mind, through help that arrives at the right time, through a loving memory, or through the strength to face a painful situation. Grace has many forms. The heart that loves learns to recognize His presence even in small and simple moments.

When Will I See You Again also reminds us that longing has spiritual value. Longing purifies the heart when it is joined with faith. It removes pride, softens the mind, and makes prayer more sincere. A person who longs for God begins to understand that worldly pleasures cannot fully satisfy the soul. The soul wants something deeper, something eternal, something filled with unconditional love.

Many devotees feel that if they could see Swami once more, hear one word, or receive one glance, all their worries would disappear. This feeling is natural and tender. Yet, the deeper teaching is that His love is not limited to past memories. The same grace that once moved through His physical presence continues to work through conscience, teachings, service, and inner guidance.

When Will I See You Again becomes meaningful when we begin to search for Him in daily life. If we see kindness, we are seeing a reflection of Him. If we speak truth, we are moving closer to Him. If we serve the suffering, we are touching His presence in another form. The Divine is not hidden from the pure heart; He is hidden only from the restless mind.

Separation can become a teacher. It asks the devotee to grow beyond dependence on outer signs. A child first needs the mother’s visible presence, but slowly learns that her love remains even when she is not in sight. In the same way, the devotee learns that divine love does not vanish when the physical form is not before the eyes. It remains as protection, memory, courage, and peace.

When Will I See You Again should not make the heart weak with sorrow alone. It should inspire the devotee to live in a way that invites divine nearness. Clean thoughts, gentle speech, honest work, daily prayer, and selfless service make the heart a temple. When the heart becomes pure, every moment can become darshan.

The Divine often answers longing through transformation. We may ask to see Him outside, but He may guide us to feel Him inside. We may ask for a sign, but He may give us patience. We may ask for comfort, but He may give us strength. His answer may not always match our expectation, but it always serves our spiritual growth.

When Will I See You Again is also a reminder to cherish sacred memories without becoming trapped in sadness. Memories of love are not meant to make life empty. They are meant to guide life. If a glance, word, smile, or blessing touched the heart once, then that memory should become a source of courage and goodness. The best way to honor divine love is to live by it.

A devotee can meet the Divine again through His teachings. Every time we practice love, forgive someone, reduce ego, control anger, or help another person, we come closer to Him. His presence becomes real not only in meditation but also in conduct. The distance reduces when life becomes aligned with His message.

In the end, the answer is gentle and reassuring. We see Him whenever the heart remembers with love. We see Him whenever the conscience guides us toward truth. We see Him whenever compassion moves our hands to serve. The form may not always stand before us, but the presence remains within us. The devotee who loves sincerely discovers that the Divine was never gone; He was waiting quietly in the heart.

Eternal Honour For This Almighty Advent