Muktabai: as I have known her
The following is the actual script used for a talk earlier this morning for the weekly zoom meeting I am part of. A large portion of this text was shared earlier on this blog as part of women saints of Maharashtra series. A few thoughts have been added to the original essay. Let us with a prayer to foster better understanding, growth and harmony with our study and discussion. ॐ सह नाववतु । सह नौ भुनक्तु । सह वीर्यं करवावहै । तेजस्वि नावधीतमस्तु मा विद्विषावहै । ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः॥ Muktabai: as I have known her मला समजलेली मुक्ताबाई Preface: May 1st is observed as Maharashtra Day in India. It marks the formation of the modern day geopolitical state and the occasion serves as an opportunity to celebrate the long traditions linked to the people of this region. It is a matter of great pride to talk about Muktabai on this occasion because of the legacy she has left behind as a Marathi speaking saint. In March, on occasion of Women’s month, you heard personal stories to get...
