So I’m not a Christian, or a Hindu for that matter. I’ve always believed vaguely in something greater and have a great respect for the Bible and Hindu texts among others. I believe most of the stories passed down from these religions are true in some sense. But I never really had tangible proof. Thought I would share this story in the hopes that it brightens someone’s day and restores some faith in those who may be wavering.
A friend told me that they had tried a thought experiment where they focused their mind on wishing for the universe or God to show them a blue butterfly, and it appeared for them. I thought it was cool but didn’t put much stock. Recently I had a crisis of faith in both work related stuff and a long distance relationship that’s been nothing but amazing but at the same time difficult due to the longing to be with my girlfriend and the physical distance between us. Every time something was going well at work it would unravel at the last moment. Every time I thought I’d finally get to go back to India and see her again, the plans fell apart due to Covid bullshit. Seemed like nothing would work out. From the Trump/GAW perspective I’ve seen the Q posts and felt strongly that something greater was at play, but I didn’t know if it’s truly God making these coincidences or if they were planned by mere mortals.
So amidst this crisis, about a week ago, I wished for the universe to show me a sign that I was on the right path and that things would work out the way they should (not necessarily the way I want, but how they should). I wished with all my heart mind body and soul for this, but at the same time felt it probably wouldn’t happen. Lo and behold, while on FaceTime with her an eagle landed on my porch. It filled me up with intense emotion - I knew it was a miracle. What’s more it happened on Easter, and happened right after I did a Hindu prayer.
I know now beyond a shadow of a doubt that God is real, by whatever name(s). In case anyone is curious, here is the prayer. It has brought me a lot of joy and faith:
Gayatri Mantra: oṃ bhūr bhuvaḥ svaḥ tat savitur vareṇyaṃ bhargo devasya dhīmahi dhiyo yo naḥ pracodayāt – Rigveda 3.62.10
English translation: We meditate on the glory of that Being who has produced this universe; may She enlighten our minds
Beautiful story! We recently bought some large pots, plants and believe it or not "Miracle Grow" potting soil trying to spruce up our small patio I like to go to think, reflect on issues, most recently try to rekindle the relationship with God I knew as a child. On Easter morning, a heavy Florida rain had left most of the newly potted plants unscathed but for the one beside the chair I sit on. There was quite a pile of soil beside it on the ground and a matted collection of weed clippings, sticks and clumps of fur next to the Impatients I'd planted. With a twig, I discovered a nest of baby rabbits and quickly re-covered them. During the storm the night before, the mama rabbit chose this place to give birth.
As surprised as I was,( it was a very tall pot),I felt an overwhelming sense of awe as if the presence of the Lord was all around me, the beauty of creation, of life is truly miraculous!