Swami Dayanand Saraswati is no more.

Like the mighty Kuru grandshire Bheeshma Pitamah, on the banks of Maa Ganga, Swamiji in his last moments recited Vishnu Sahasarnam. Every verse he recited was with the same diction and devotion as always. The unbound joy and bliss in his demeanor indicated the presence of the Supreme MahaVishnu and Mahalakshmi to hear their beloved’s recitation on earth, one last time.

Like Ganga Putra Bheeshma, Swamiji dedicated his celibate life to seva, satsang, and sadhana. Uplifting the needy and providing direction to millions, he continues to
be a source of inspiration and compassion as his name ‘Dayananda’ suggests.

Swamiji would like to let you know that his work here is done. He received a call, that he couldn’t refuse. Returning to the heavens and spending time with the
Paramatma, Swamiji is surely going to work for all our welfare and joy. His new mission to join the Almighty and continuing his Nar Seva, Narayana Seva continues…

During his time on Earth, Swamiji worked very hard all his life, up until the very end. He made a difference in the lives of many, including ours.

I have fond memories of our interactions with Swamiji, and how he would always answer the silliest of our questions….. how he would always make us feel comfortable
like family. I count every moment spent with Swamiji as a blessing and every interaction life changing…the simplicity with which he would share profound wisdom was
truly amazing.

Even during his last days on Earth, his bodily sufferings could never suppress his spirit and love.

Its a sad moment for me and all of us at Ishta Devata…while we’re still trying to recover from the loss of our guide and Guru, Swami Dayanand Saraswati. On this somber moment, we would like to repeat our promise that we made to Swamiji to serve selflessly, to help everyone find faith.

We know that we will continue to be blessed and supported by him in our endeavors.