|| Signifincae Of Annnadhana On Gurupoornima ||

Annadhana, or the act of offering food to others, is considered a highly significant and meritorious act in Sanathana Dharma. It is believed that offering food to others is a way to serve and honor the divine presence within all beings.

On the occasion of Gurupoornima, which is a day dedicated to honoring and expressing gratitude to one's Guru or spiritual teacher, the act of Annadhana takes on even greater significance. This is because the Guru is considered to be a representative of the divine, and offering food to others on this day is seen as a way to honor both the Guru and the divine presence within all beings.

In many Sanathana Dharma traditions, it is customary to offer food to the Guru and other devotees on Gurupoornima, as a symbol of one's commitment to the spiritual path and one's willingness to serve and support others in their spiritual pursuits. This act of service and selflessness is seen as a way to purify the mind and cultivate positive qualities such as compassion, generosity, and humility.

Overall, Annadhana on Gurupoornima is a powerful spiritual practice that can help individuals deepen their connection with the divine and strengthen their commitment to the path of spiritual growth and service to others.

Annadhana At Sai Samsthana Ashram's

Gurupoornima is an auspicious occasion for devotees of Sai Baba to express their gratitude and devotion to their spiritual teacher or guru. It is traditionally celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) in the month of Ashadha (June-July) in the Hindu calendar.

As part of the celebrations, Sai Samsthana is organizing a massive Annadhana program to feed over 80,000 devotees who are expected to gather from different parts of Karnataka. The Annadhana program is a way to offer food to devotees, as a form of seva or selfless service, which is an essential aspect of the teachings of Sai Baba.

Devotees who wish to contribute towards the Annadhana program can donate money towards the cause. In return, they will be eligible for a special fast-track darshan of Sai Baba with Pada Sparsha. Pada Sparsha is a traditional form of showing respect to one's guru by touching their feet, which symbolizes humility and surrender.

This special darshan is an opportunity for devotees to have a close encounter with their spiritual teacher and seek his blessings. The fast-track darshan ensures that devotees do not have to wait in long queues and can have a quick and meaningful darshan.

Overall, the Annadhana program organized by Sai Samsthana on the occasion of Gurupoornima is a way to spread the message of love, service, and devotion, which are at the core of the teachings of Sai Baba. The program also provides an opportunity for devotees to come together and celebrate their shared faith and devotion towards their guru.