MY CHILDHOOD WONDER

               Childhood: A Time of Innocence and Wonder

Childhood is often portrayed as a period of innocence and wonder, where the world is perceived through untarnished eyes. During these formative years, children encounter moments that transcend the ordinary, providing glimpses into the divine. These experiences can take various forms, ranging from the breathtaking beauty of nature to the simplicity of human connections. In this exploration, we delve into the graceful moments that define the divine experiences of childhood.

A Mysterious Encounter

One fine morning, as I diligently completed my classwork, a familiar voice called out my name. It was a voice I had heard three years prior from an unknown man in the afternoon. Intrigued, I rushed to the front door to find a tall, bearded man with long, unkempt hair holding a stick. However, he was different from the man I had encountered before. In a cryptic utterance, he requested me to summon my father. With my father absent, my grandmother emerged to inquire about his visit. Uttering the words "BHIKSANG DEHI," he received an unexpected offering of rice and raw vegetables. As I observed from a distance, he revealed his purpose: to see my lovely grandchild. Astonished, my grandmother questioned their acquaintance, and he claimed to have known me for a long time, even before my birth. This revelation left my family bewildered as he shared more about his monk lifestyle and presented a Rudraksha, advising its placement on my neck with caution.

A Cautionary Tale and Forgotten Advice

After the monk's departure, my father admonished me, warning against opening the door to unknown individuals, especially monks. He dismissed the monk's words as unreliable, storing the Rudraksha inside the Almirah. Eventually, the incident faded from our memories.

Months later, a perilous incident unfolded as I walked along the railway track with a friend, engrossed in conversation. Unaware of an approaching train, the people on the road tried to warn us, but their voices went unheard. Suddenly, a high-voltage light flashed, pushing us off the track and saving us from a potential disaster. Despite the harsh reprimands from onlookers, I kept the incident secret from my grandmother.

Divine Intervention and Acknowledgment

The same monk reappeared, questioning my father about ignoring his advice. To their astonishment, he revealed that I was destined for a train accident, but he had intervened to save me. Acknowledging the divine intervention, my father and grandmother expressed gratitude, and the monk instructed the placement of the Rudraksha around my neck. With a promise to return after my fifteenth year, he left, leaving me with a profound sense of the Almighty's gift and a constant awareness of his presence.

A Connection Beyond the Visible

Reflecting on such experiences, it becomes apparent that children often share stories of inexplicable encounters or comforting presences. These moments provide solace and a connection to something greater, defying logical explanation. In subsequent discussions, we will delve into more divine experiences from childhood.