Come
dressed normally and with washed hair. Darshan
is in silence. During Darshan you must wear clean socks or soft slippers
- do not come barefooted. Children are not allowed to come. They receive
Mother's blessings through their parents. Please do not bring any flowers,
flower pots or eatables to Mother. Cameras are not allowed. Cell
phones must be switched off before entering the building.
Q: What
is the best attitude towards Darshan?
MM:
People can come for Darshan with an open mind and freely. But they should
not impose any conditions on the Mother. For example, people ask if
she is married or ill or has children. We must be free from all such
mental constructions.
Q: What
should my attitude be towards the energy I receive from you?
MM:
The energy or the Light which you receive in Darshan acts in its own
way. It works in its own way. There is nothing for you to do. There
are no specific laws or rules or regulations to follow. But you can
pray and do japa and ask for the right attitude. The right attitude
opens the mind and heart so true understanding and true feelings grow.
Q: Is
there any such thing as a bad or good darshan?
MM:
There is no such thing as a bad darshan. To think so is wrong, harmful
and dangerous. Darshan is completely impersonal from my side; I give
what is needed. Reactions depend upon the people who take, not the Mother
who gives. Try not to impose on me your difficulties and to project
on me your own hidden problems. Have the courage to face your own weaknesses
and know that I am giving you help continually.
Q: In
what way can I be most open during darshan?
MM:
With silent mind and good concentration pray to the Divine to open you.
If you can do this, you will feel the consequences of what I am giving
to you. You won't receive more but you will feel it more.
Q: When
it is my turn for pranam and darshan I have palpitations and erratic
emotions. What can I do?
MM:
Offer it all to the Divine. Be patient - these emotions will go.
Q: How
can we prepare ourselves to receive darshan?
MM:
There is nothing special to do. In darshan one tries to sit silently
with no thoughts. To do this one needs to be peaceful.
Q: You
speak of sitting silently in darshan, with no thoughts. But I often
pray. Is this all right?
MM:
Silence means to sit physically quiet and to pray to God for the Divine
and to do japa. Silence is a calm mind. It is better to sit silently
than to leave immediately after darshan.
Q: Is
there something special that we should try to do after darshan? Is there
a way to prolong the blessing received during
darshan?
MM:
Be quiet. It is better not to rush out into another activity.
Q: How
can I thank you for what you are giving me?
MM:
You are receiving. That is thanks. That is a great thing.