Darshan

Although everyone has a very special and unique relationship with Swami Vishwananda, I have found his love to shine and grace everyone in an even manner. Quite often I ask myself the question: What is his real nature? Is it the one he displays during darshan, or is it the one he shows us when he is casually joking around with us? One time, Swami was working with one of his disciples and they were both enjoying each other’s company like two friends who had known each other for lifetimes. That very evening a darshan took place. When the time came for the same disciple to approach Swami Vishwananda for a blessing, he knelt in front of Swami and smiled at him. However, in Swami’s eyes, there was not a trace of recognition or personality. Moreover, Swami appeared as if he was not even there at all. He displayed only a constant flow of magnificent, limitless, consciousness. After darshan was over, we were sitting with Swami by the fire, and he confirmed to us that indeed, his true nature could be seen during darshan. M.N. - Germany