Sri Sri Mohanananda Brahmachari Maharaj
Gurudev Sri Sri Mohanananda Brahmachari Maharaj radiated pure divinity and bliss. Anyone who came near him experienced deep joy and inner peace. For Maharaj-ji, life’s purpose was to stay in constant communion with the Divine, and anything that disturbed this connection was true sin. His core message to devotees was: “Ananda is my birthright—transform me into this state of divine bliss.”
The Yogasutras say that when Kundalini reaches the Sahasrara, the seeker becomes an Anandamoy being whose presence naturally uplifts others. Their words inspire, their touch purifies, and their aura brings peace. This perfectly reflected the divine state of Sri Sri Guru Maharaj.
Divine Qualities of Sri Sri Guru Maharaj
- Words becomes the scripture,
- Touch or sparsha purifies
- Wherever he seats that place become a holy place
- Actions exemplify pure beauty
- Silence is full of eloquence
- Patience is mountain like
- Dristi or gaze is full of kindness
- Bliss showers on the people gathered around his/her lotus feat
- This was exactly the persona and state of Sri Sri Guru Maharaj
Divine Presence & Transformative Bliss
Those who sat near Maharaj-ji felt a rare state of divine bliss. His silent presence uplifted the mind and consciousness, giving seekers an experience equal to deep meditation. His aura naturally brought peace, clarity, and inner transformation.
Kirtans : A Direct Path to the Divine
Maharaj-ji sang kirtans and bhajans as a direct way to commune with the Divine. During these sacred moments, devotees would transcend time and thought, entering pure bliss. His kirtans nourished and elevated the hearts and minds of all present.
Rabindra Sangeet : Songs of Sacred Communion
Rabindra Sangeet held a special place in Maharaj-ji’s heart. He saw these songs as the highest prayers and a divine bridge to spiritual union. Through them, he shared deep messages and guided disciples towards devotion and inner awakening.
The Divine Transformation & Boundless Compassion
In his early years, Maharaj-ji had the distinct appearance of a yogi—many even compared his serene presence to that of Jesus Christ. As his communion with Lord Shri Krishna deepened, he transformed into the divine bhava of Shri Radhika, embodying pure devotion and unconditional love for the Divine.
Legacy of Service & Compassion
Maharaj-ji established trusts, hospitals, medical centers, schools, and Yatri Nivas in honor of his Gurudev, Sri Sri Balananda Brahmachari. He believed social service must be performed with humility, silence, and the pure intention to serve.
Maharaj-ji’s divine love for Shri Krishna reflected as profound compassion for all humanity. He traveled tirelessly, bringing Ananda to devotees and guiding them toward higher principles of life. His actions radiated humility, grace, and unconditional care.
A Life Dedicated to Divine Welfare
His life was an offering to humanity—uplifting minds, nurturing hearts, and inspiring devotion. His silent blessings and selfless actions continue to guide seekers toward inner awakening and divine realization.
He insisted that social service needs to be performed with an attitude to serve and needs to be carried out silently and with due humility.
He performed the Holy Yagna at Badrinath Dham for more than twenty years and performed the rituals of Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati Pujas, in his efforts to seek welfare and well being of the humanity, species, plants and the Mother Earth.
A significant aspect of Maharaj-ji’s spirituality was his selfless surrender and subtle devotion to his Gurudev Shri Shri Balananda Brahmachari Maharaj. He dedicated himself to the work and wishes of his Gurudev who had inspired him the most.
His constant advise ….was for complete surrender (purna sharanagati) to the divine, he would say often ”let the divinity express itself in your being, The divine is in deep anguish for not being able to unfold itself in your being. You don’t have to search for the divine, he himself will seek and come to you, from your side just surrender to the divine will and keep your self ready for his arrival.” This was what he defined as Sadhana….waiting with hope for the arrival of the divine. Thus he would pray…”Dibasha rajani ami jeno kar ashar ashai thaki ”.
He was born in the year 1904 and at the tender age of sixteen while studying at the college level left the homely life in search and pursuit of the divine……he came to the Ashrama at Karanibad, Deoghar at the lotus feet of his would be Guru Shri Shri Balanandaji Maharaj. He was initiated during Durga Ashtami to the principles of Shri Tripura Sundari Devi the presiding deity of the Ashrama and the Ishta-Devi of the Guru Parampara.
His sadhana was of severe austerity and involved in travelling on feet and living on alms.. he assimilated to the traditions of his Parampara the concept of Kirtan / Harinam. He propagated Harinam / divine name throughout the world.
In 1999 Aug 29th Gurumaharaj-ji left his physical form only to be omni-present and be a constant guiding force for his disciples, bhaktas and all those who chose to seek his help.
He had assured his devotees that the Guru cannot rest until each and every disciple reaches salvation. He said your near ones can disown you for some reason but as a Guru I can never disown you and I will be there life after life seeking you and guiding you through to your salvation. He lives today amongst us in the collective consciousness of the devotees and continues to make his presence felt to those who are prepared and ready for him.
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