22nd April marked Adar Mahino, Adar Roj – the most blessed day of the year as we celebrate the Salgreh of our most beloved Pak Iranshah and the birth of Atash itself! For most a visit to Udwada has been mandatory on this particular day as we want to pay our respects to the King of Kings. Parsis all over throng to the Fire Temples and some also visit all the Atash Behrams. Let us not forget that our Mobeds rely on the ashodad that they receive during these holy days. However, this year they would have lost out on their income. A humble request to all is, to ensure that once the lockdown is over, we must give the Mobeds their sustenance.
My own routine, ever since I can remember, is to start off from home at 6 am with my husband. We would visit the 4 AtashBehrams and then top it off with a nice breakfast at Kyani! By 10:00am, our hearts would be content and a warm glow would spread through the rest of the year. Well begun is half done! Unfortunately, this year we couldn’t and that has left a vacant space in an otherwise full day!
However, I was recently witness to a most magical phenomenon; whenever I feel upset, this experience comes to mind, giving me deep fulfilment. I was in a Fire Temple and had just finished my prayers; I was upset as I had recently lost a very dear friend. As I started to leave, I saw a young man getting ready to give the boi. I immediately asked him if he would pray a Patet Ravaan Ni for my friend, after the boi. He agreed. I decided to wait till he finished ringing the bells and then I would leave and let him continue with the remaining prayers. But as he started with the boi, I was left riveted to my seat. As the prayer progressed, I could not leave. This young boy was creating magic with his manthra! The sound of his prayers reverberates in my soul even today! This boy was in true communion with the higher powers and I could feel it in every fibre of my being! May the Grace of Pak Dadar Ahura Mazda shower upon him for all times to come. There was not another soul present in the Fire Temple at that time and I felt that Dadar Ahura Mazda had granted me the singular privilege of witnessing this boi. So, when I feel that I will miss out on going to the Fire Temple this year, I will take solace and joy in what I have witnessed and can never erase from my mind’s eye.
- Hu-Sepas: We don’t try hard enough to make the time to pray as all else takes precedence over prayers. However, reciting this name 101 times daily by saying ‘Ashaum Hu-Sepas’ draws us closer to our prayers. Reciting this name motivates you to say your daily prayers and gain the blessings of the higher forces of Nature. These forces then shower their abundant blessings on the one who recites this name while giving them the good sense to continue praying regularly.
- Har-Hameed: The one who is good to all and holds all goodness. This word holds the eternal power of benevolence. It showers the one who recites this name with fruitful work and money, which keeps increasing. Those facing difficulty in finding suitable work can pray this name daily and will find gainful employment.
- Har-nek-Fareh: God of Gods and the protector. If you feel that your family needs protection from negative external influence, then this name should be recited. It protects the name and the respect of your family. It also helps to remove misunderstandings. Often, our personal relationships suffer due to rumours or hearsay leading to a disconnect. Reciting this name brings a clearing of the air and you can once again resume your good relationships.
- Beshtarna: The remover of all difficulties and diseases. This name is indeed a powerhouse of vibrations for all kinds of ill. It has the power to combat any disease and uproot it from your system. It is the healer of pain and suffering. The reciter of this name will gain the confidence of their superiors and seniors. Even if someone is dead set against you, this name brings a change of heart and helps that person to realise your true worth. It can transform all kinds of challenges into success.
- Taronish: One who defeats the evil doer and the tyrants. It will bring the evil person to their knees and they will be powerless to act against you. If someone is wrongly angry with you, reciting this name calms them and helps them see the correct picture. This name should be recited 101 times in this fashion: ‘Ya Beshtarna Ashaum Taronish Yazamaide’.
- An-aoshak: One who gives immortality. This name keeps us safe from impurities and grants good health. It is important to recite this name while sitting near the head of a sick person. This will protect and cure them. However, if you cannot be close to the sick one, then you can think of them in your heart while you recite this name. It is also helps keep yourself in good health. It is important for the entire community to pray this name daily to effectively combat any virus and protect us and our nation.
- Farshak: This name helps us to bring our good work to fruition. It aids us in the successful start and completion of our work and brings good results. It also helps us to fulfil our promises. This name is the protector from all bad forces, it guards us against accidents and saves us from the evil forces.
- Pajoh Dahad: We are all born with an innate nature and are slaves to our habits. Some habits die hard. This name helps us purify our habits and creates a barrier against the evil within. This name teaches us and empowers us to abstain from bad habits. For those looking to quit smoking or other addictions, this name will assist you greatly in letting go of it.
- Khawafar: The one who nurtures, the kind one. This name shows us the right path and teaches us to be righteous. When we recite this name, we will never have to extend our hand towards another for help. We become self-reliant and independent in all aspects of life. If this name is recited in the early morning hours 101 times, then the kind One will bestow us with new business and raise the status of the reciter. It can also attract wealth.
- Avakshaiaaee: He who fulfils your desire. But we must be very wise in our desires because we may get what we ask for! This name ensures the continuity of work – so to life today! Reciting this name protects us against tyrants. We stand on the threshold where our future, as a country, seems uncertain. This name ensures the continuity of our work and livelihoods.
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