Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace
In a personal interview with Bhagavan Baba in 1979, the author told Him that she wrote poems occasionally to pour out her love for Him. Swami blessed her and said, “Write more poems on me.” Later she was blessed to write 75 poems on our Lord for His 75th Birthday called ‘Seventy-Five Blossoms’.
Oh Listen, Dearest Lord Sai,
As a babe seeks its mother with tears dripping down,
As a blind man stumbles and falls in the darkness around,
As the blithe bird in the sky above totters down, cruelly shot,
As the sun, covered fully, removes its brilliance in a trice,
So, do we, one and all, stand shattered, mute and helpless,
Beloved Sai, none to seek, we pray to Thee for Thy mercy.
Oh Hearken, Dearest Lord Sai,
Thou art everywhere in Thy full grandeur, shining splendidly with Thy halo,
Here and there, up and down, all pervading, Thy glory exists,
Lord of creation, nameless and formless, Thou art fullness itself,
Thy love, so divine, brim with compassion, in full embrace of us all,
Shocked and silenced by this demonic virus, we all bow down,
Beloved Sai, none to seek, we pray to Thee for Thy mercy.
Oh Awaken, Dearest Lord Sai,
Shall I tell Thee the havoc wrought by this vicious virus, so elusive,
With a name so strange to utter, only a tiny speck in a deadly shape,
With a stealth hard to detect, with such a will to strike all in its path,
Merciless and mute, it sprung on us all, it jumped, nay it galloped
Until we trembled and tottered, breathless we hid in our space,
Beloved Sai, none to seek, we pray to Thee for Thy mercy.
Oh Listen, Dearest Lord Sai,
Shall I recount tales of woe, sights so strange, suffering so intense,
With this virus, so invincible in its track, began its journey far away,
Slowly but surely, its tentacles grabbed all on its way, far and wide,
In its sojourn every nook and corner, trampling rich and poor alike,
We stood, bereft of all that we knew, lost the freedom we enjoyed,
Beloved Sai, none to seek, we pray to Thee for Thy mercy.
Oh Hearken, Dearest Lord Sai,
Shall I tell Thee what I see day long, what I hear, washing and masking,
Intent not to succumb to the threat around us, we hide in our homes,
Hospitals aflutter with the sick and the dying, medical warriors fighting,
Fighting with all their skills yet young and old, elderly too turn a prey,
Dead with none to mourn, nor to bury, adds to the count, a scary number,
Beloved Sai, none to seek, we pray to Thee for Thy mercy.
Oh Awaken, Dearest Lord Sai,
Bewildered, I ask Thee oft from our hiding spots of these harrowed times,
Did we err so strong to upset life’s balance? Is karmic law astir to action?
Looking through the window, nature unperturbed in its calmness I see,
Birds hopping merrily, worms wriggling beneath the grassy spot, so wet,
Divine grace, plenty to behold, ready to shatter karmic law, Sai is here,
Beloved Sai, none to seek, we pray to Thee for Thy mercy.
~Kanaga Ranganathan, March 30, 2020
Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace
In moments of sorrow, confusion, and uncertainty, the human heart naturally searches for peace and comfort. Many devotees turn toward the divine presence of Sai, whose teachings continue to inspire faith, patience, and unconditional love. Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace becomes more than a prayer; it becomes a heartfelt surrender to the One who guides countless souls through the darkness of worldly struggles. The compassionate words and divine blessings of Sai remind humanity that no difficulty is permanent when faith remains strong and pure.
Life often places burdens upon the mind and heart. There are days when challenges seem endless and hope appears distant. During such moments, devotees chant Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace with complete devotion, believing that Sai’s grace can heal every wound. His divine presence fills hearts with courage and replaces fear with inner strength. The teachings of love, service, truth, and compassion continue to inspire people across generations. Through sincere prayer and devotion, one discovers that Sai’s guidance silently works in every phase of life.
The spiritual wisdom shared through Devotional India helps seekers understand the deeper meaning of surrender and devotion. Sai always encouraged humanity to practice kindness, humility, and selfless service. He taught that every individual carries divine light within, and through faith one can experience true happiness. Whenever devotees remember Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace, they feel protected by an invisible force of divine compassion. The soul experiences calmness, and the restless mind slowly becomes peaceful under Sai’s loving care.
The beauty of Sai’s message lies in its simplicity. He never asked for wealth or grand offerings. Instead, he desired pure hearts filled with love and compassion for others. In temples, homes, and prayer gatherings, devotees continue to sing Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace as an expression of complete trust in the divine. This sacred feeling unites people beyond boundaries of religion, caste, or nationality. Sai’s teachings reveal that humanity itself is the highest form of worship.
Many spiritual seekers who follow Devotional India discover renewed faith through stories of Sai’s miracles and divine guidance. His blessings have transformed countless lives by bringing hope to the hopeless and strength to the weak. When difficulties arise, devotees close their eyes and whisper Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace, believing that every prayer reaches his compassionate heart. This faith becomes a source of emotional and spiritual healing that strengthens the soul during difficult times.
Sai’s divine love teaches people to remain calm even during storms of life. His message inspires devotees to trust the journey and accept every experience with patience. Through prayer, meditation, and remembrance of Sai, the mind becomes free from negativity and fear. Readers connected with Devotional India often feel inspired to walk the spiritual path with sincerity and devotion. The sacred chant Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace continues to echo in the hearts of devotees who seek divine peace and eternal guidance.
True devotion is not limited to rituals alone; it is reflected through kindness, forgiveness, and service to humanity. Sai’s teachings encourage everyone to help those in need and spread love in society. Whenever devotees face loneliness or despair, they remember Dearest Sai, We Seek Thy Solace and feel divine comfort surrounding them. Through unwavering faith, life gains new meaning and purpose. The spiritual inspiration shared by Devotional India continues to guide countless devotees toward inner peace, faith, and everlasting devotion to Sai.
-Thanks to Lord Sai, Hope Eternal Springs in Our Hearts