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The sacred Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Bhagwan Sri Ramakrishna commenced on a deeply spiritual note at Kalibari, Sector 47 with the traditional Bengali ritual of Adhibhas on Saturday. Monks from various centres of the Ramakrishna Mission (RKM) gathered to initiate the pre-consecration ceremonies, infusing the temple with profound spiritual energy.
The Adhibhas ritual, a significant component of the Pran Pratishtha which symbolizes the invocation of divine presence into the idol. It involves sanctifying the idol through immersion in water, grains and other sacred substances to purify it and preparing it to receive divine energy. The solemn rites were accompanied by Vedic chants, devotional music and the presence of the RKM monastic fraternity, creating a spiritually charged atmosphere.
(SUBHEAD)The Executive Committee of Kalibari Chandigarh led by President Pranob Sen and General Secretary Rajesh Roy extended a warm welcome to Swami Shantatmananda ji of Ramakrishna Mission, Gurugram and Swami Sukhananda ji of Ramakrishna Mission, Bhuj. Both revered monks will serve as Tantradharak—spiritual anchors of the pran pratishtha which is scheduled for Sunday. Their leadership at the helm of the rituals signifies the deep-rooted traditions of the Ramakrishna Order.
Later in the evening, audiences were spellbound by the soul-stirring dance drama titled “Siddhartha to Buddha – The Divine Leela of Sri Ramakrishna.” Conceptualized and directed by Amrita Ganguly, the performance brought together 53 artists who captivated the audience for nearly two hours. The production drew deep parallels between the journeys of Gautam Buddha and Sri Ramakrishna, highlighting their shared quest for universal truth and spiritual awakening.
Drama reflects the human experience, expressing emotions, conflicts and relationships through storytelling. It reveals truths about society, identity and the human condition. By engaging audiences emotionally and intellectually, drama inspired empathy making it a powerful medium for both personal reflection and social transformation.
