97. Taking God's Darshana:

(Note : Hindus go to the temples and shrines, to look at God's images, and to pray.  This process is called taking the "Darshana" (visualization of God).)

Whenever P.P.Doctorjee arrived in Pune, he would personally go to render his respects to senior literary figures, such as Shri N.C,Kelkar, Shri Annarao Bhapatkar, etc.  Most such visits were in boiling hot sunshine, with several miles of walking, since no one had a vehicle. We swayamsevaks walked with P.P.Doctorjee.

In one such visit to Shri N.C.Kelkar, the senior author was deeply moved. He said: "P.P.Doctorjee, what is this - you have walked eight miles in this hot afternoon sun to visit me - an old man. Of what possible use can I be to you?"

Doctorjee Said : “Tatyarao ji ("Tatya Rao JI" was an affectionate but respectful nickname for Shri Kelker ji, a great elderly figure in Marathi literature), I have come to take your "Darshana" (Note: Hindus respect elders just as manifestation of God, Thus, seeing an elderly person and paying him respect is akin to God's "Darshana") and to offer my Pranaam.  All I want is your "Aasheervada"s (blessings)”. [Under these circumstances, where is the question of personal leadership?]

With a full heart and voice choking with emotion, Shri Kelar ji said: " Doctorjee, this is but natural modesty and humility ingrained in you.  I am convinced that with such wonderful qualities, you will win over the heart and soul of the Hindu society, one day.  I will pray to God that He should make you successful in this very birth (i.e incarnation)."

After we came out, P.P.Doctorjee smiled and said: "Even God is moved, when we approach him with a heart full of devotion".

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