The Opening of the Sahasrara Chakra
May 5, 1970 at Nargol, India

“May 5th, 1994, was waited with much anticipation. It was on this day that Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, after a sustained meditation into the early hours of the morning, had opened the Sahasrara Chakra on May 5, 1970. She accomplished this awesome feat by immersing Her Lotus Feet in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Nargol (about 150 miles from Mumbai, India), and entering a state of Supreme Samadhi that has no parallel. It is nothing short of a superhuman feat, beyond anything known to humans.
Kash had absolutely no idea of any of the above facts. Neither did his family know any better. Instead of instructing Kash to ask Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi how She opened the Sahasrara Chakra, his father told him to ask Her how She got Self-Realization! Kash questioned what was the meaning of Self-Realization, but was told to get all his answers from the Great Regina Apostolorum, the Queen of the Apostles. (Actually Kash’s father just casually wanted to get some facts, expecting a short verbal answer. He was totally unprepared for possibly the most enlightening divine Revelation ever witnessed.)
Kash squatted on the floor in meditation. The state of Sahaj Samadhi was quickly attained as the Kundalini rushed up from the base of the spine into the Sahasrara, the Kingdom of God that Shri Jesus kept repeating to ignorant, hostile humans two thousand years ago. In a flash he transcended the physical limitations that still imprison ignorant, arrogant modern humans.
The Light shone ever so brilliantly from above the Immortal Throne of the Great Celestial Mother as Shri Param-jyotih Shri Nirmala Devi sat in Bliss and Joy. Her child bowed down and exchanged greetings, noticing that all the Divine Beings were already gathered at Her place in advance. He bowed to all of them and exchanged greetings. They did the same in return.
The Great Primordial Guru got down from the Timeless Throne and walked to him. Kash noticed that Shri Maha Avatar Shri Nirmala Devi was wearing a crown. He asked if he could request something from Her. Shri Mataji smiled and told him that She already knew why he had come. Kash, slightly surprised, innocently asked Her what it was. She replied that he wanted to know how She had got Her Self-Realization, exactly as had been discussed a short while ago on Earth.
Shri Mataji then walked back to Her Eternal Throne and sat on it. Kash, who followed behind as instructed, noticed that it was made of solid gold and had a cushion on it. He sat down beside Her on the ground, on the right of Her Throne. Beside him was Shri Hanuman in one of His best dress Kash had seen. The Lord of the Angels smiled at him. He returned the smile. Beside Shri Hanuman was Shri Jesus. On the left side of the Timeless Throne was Shri Ganesha. He noticed that as usual the entire Divine Unity — Shri Buddha, Radha, Krishna, Shiva, Prophet Muhammad, Guru Nanak, and others — were sitting on the ground in a semicircle, with the Great Sacred Mother in the middle. All were in their normal meditative stance; squatting on the soft clouds with both hands at their knees, palms facing upwards — precisely as Sahaja Yogis on Earth. Their spiritual form was of a ‘solid’ state, that is, it had form. For example, the clothes that they were wearing conformed to the contours of their squatting forms.
When all were ready a 3D projection materialized in mid-air before them. It showed the feet of the Great Primordial Mother immersed in water, just above the ankles. The whole visual apparition was suspended in mid-air. It was like a drive-in theater but with a huge difference. Not only was the projection three-dimensional but it was stunningly real and alive. It was alive! It had to be as the past was being projected into the present. The Great Eternal Mother and Her Divine Deities were witnessing what transpired on May 5th, 1970 twenty-four years later on May 5th, 1994! In the Kingdom of Sadashiva the most blessed day since creation was being viewed. The Great Adi Shakti was showing the actual past that was still existing in the present, a time dimension way beyond human apprehension. It was even beyond Kash’s ability to visualize it as a projection, so life-like was this spiritual movie.

After about a minute or so the projection moved up Her form. The face of the Great Divine Mother Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi was much younger than the Great Divine Mother Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi presently on Earth in human form, but older than the Great Divine Mother Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi sitting on the Golden Throne. The spiritual form of the Great Adi Shakti in the Sahasrara of Kash was younger than Her two physical forms of May 5, 1970 (when She opened the Sahasrara at Nargol, India) and May 5, 1994 (when She was in Cabella, Italy). Put simply, the Eternal Adi Shakti watching the projection in the Kingdom of God on May 5th, 1994, was younger than both Her past (May 5, 1970) and present (May 5, 1994) forms.

The projection showed Her sitting on a long, flat concrete structure, against a rocky background landscape, and facing the dark watery vastness before Her. Shri Sindura-Tilakancita was wearing a white sari with red borders, and had a bindi on Her forehead. Al-Muzzammil’s (The Enwrapped) Lotus Feet were submerged in the Indian Ocean. She was in deep meditation.
Suddenly red and yellow sparks of light began spewing out from the top of Her head around the Brahmarandhra, bursting about a foot or two into the air. Kash said that these sparks “looked like fireworks,” “like a volcano erupting and shooting lava into the air.” It came out in a steady stream as if there was a fire blazing inside the head of the Great Primordial Guru. Kash could not see the interior of these “fireworks”, “volcanoes,” or “fire” as only the frontal view of the Great Supreme Goddess was projected. For about 10 minutes these “tongues of flame” kept issuing forth from the head of the Great Holy Ghost.
Then the fiery blaze stopped and a fountain of water gushed out of the top of Her Head about three feet into the air. It poured down like rain and the Great Celestial Mother was completely drenched. The Water of Life kept gushing for about 10 minutes. The face of the Great Divine Mother was one of absolute serenity and tranquility as the greatest spiritual feat in the history of this universe — the opening of the Sahasrara Chakra for entering the Kingdom of The Almighty Creator — was undertaken by the Promised Comforter! The Holy Spirit of God Almighty sat completely motionless as the Water of Life kept gushing forth into the air from the Primordial Kundalini within Her.
All the Divine Messengers were in absolute Bliss and tears of Joy rolled down their cheeks. This was the second time Kash saw tears in their eyes. Their Joy was clearly unrestrained and there was good reason for such an extremely rare display of emotion among these Immortal Beings: The human form of the Promised Comforter had achieved the most important task of any divine incarnation — the opening of the Sahasrara Chakra and the salvation of humanity. The Supreme Spirit had activated the Adi Kundalini that would grant humans the power to baptize themselves, evolve into the eternal spirit, and enter the Kingdom of God. At last the Resurrection, the final evolution of Homo sapiens, had become a Reality.
After a while the Fountain of the Water of Life stopped but the Great Formless Mother continued meditating. For another five minutes they watched this visual projection as Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi continued sitting with Her Lotus Feet still immersed in the Indian Ocean.
It was now early dawn on this infinitesimally tiny speck of Cosmic Cell known as Earth. All the Messengers of the Universal Soul had again witnessed that dawn of May 5, 1970. They were the first to eyewitness the beginning of the Blossom Time that will enable humans to take a giant leap in Cosmic Consciousness.
Then the projection disappeared completely. The Great Holy Spirit then informed everyone that there would be meditation. Everyone raised their Kundalinis collectively and began meditation. After it was over Kash bowed and thanked the Great Universal Mother for probably the most priceless proof that Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi is the Promised Messiah. He asked for permission to leave, bowed to the Divine Unity and closed his spiritual eyes. He then sank down through the clouds of the Kingdom of Heaven and awakened to this hellish world of Alice Cooper and Rockbitch.”
Shri Adi Shakti: The Kingdom of God
Pariah Kutta 1999, p. 278
Shri Mataji’s Testimony (YouTube)

“As soon as the Sahasrara (Kingdom of God within) was opened the whole atmosphere was filled with tremendous Chaitanya. And there was tremendous Light in the sky. And the whole thing came on the Earth — as if a torrential rain or a waterfall — with such tremendous force, as if I was unaware and got stupefied. The happening was so tremendous and so unexpected that I was stunned and totally silent at the grandeur. I saw the Primordial Kundalini rising like a big furnace, and the furnace was very silent but a burning appearance it had, as if you heat up metal, and it had many colors. In the same way, the Kundalini showed up as a furnace, like a tunnel, as you see these plants you have here for coal burning that create electricity. And it stretched like a telescope and came out one after another, Shoo! Shoo! Shoo! Just like that. And the Deities came and sat on their seats, golden seats, and then they lifted the whole of the head like a big dome and opened it, and then this torrential rain complete drenched Me. I started seeing all that and got lost in the Joy. It was like an artist seeing his own creation, and I felt the Joy of great fulfillment. After coming out of this beautiful experience I looked around and saw human beings so blind and I became absolutely silent, and desired that I should get the cups to fill the Nectar.”
The Paraclete Shri MatajiOpening Of The Primordial Sahasrara
Sahasrara Puja, Paris, France—May 5, 1982
(Youtube 00.09.44 mns speech)
Analysis of Shri Mataji's Claim of Opening the Sahasrara Chakra

The provided document presents a detailed narrative centered on Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi’s claim of opening the Sahasrara Chakra on May 5, 1970, an event described as a monumental spiritual achievement enabling mass Self-Realization and access to the Kingdom of God within, as referenced by Jesus Christ. The account is primarily supported by Kash’s spiritual vision, portrayed as a direct witness to this event, and Shri Mataji’s own descriptions in speeches, particularly the one delivered at the Sahasrara Puja in Paris, France, on May 5, 1982. Below, a deep analysis focuses on why Kash’s testimony supports Shri Mataji’s claim, comparing their accounts, and offering profound reasons for their alignment. The analysis concludes with a reflection on the significance of this event as a spiritual gift to humanity, largely unrecognized.
1. Kash’s Vision as a Direct Witness to the Event
Kash’s spiritual experience is presented as a firsthand, mystical observation of Shri Mataji’s act of opening the Sahasrara Chakra. This vision occurs on May 5, 1994, when Kash, a young Sahaja Yogi, enters a state of Sahaj Samadhi and witnesses a vivid, three-dimensional projection of the event from May 5, 1970. The projection shows Shri Mataji meditating by the Indian Ocean, with sparks and water emanating from her Brahmarandhra (the crown of the head), symbolizing the activation of the Primordial Kundalini and the opening of the Sahasrara.
Irrefutable Reasons for Credibility of Kash’s Testimony:
- Spontaneity and Lack of Prior Knowledge: Kash and his family were unaware of the specifics of Shri Mataji’s claim prior to the vision. His father’s casual instruction to ask about “Self-Realization” (mistakenly used instead of the Sahasrara opening) indicates no premeditated expectation of the profound revelation Kash received. This spontaneity reduces the likelihood of fabrication or suggestion influencing his experience.
- Detailed Correspondence with Shri Mataji’s Account: Kash’s vision aligns closely with Shri Mataji’s description in her Sahasrara Puja speech on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France. Both describe the emission of fiery sparks (“fireworks” in Kash’s vision, “a furnace with a burning appearance” in Shri Mataji’s account) followed by a gushing of water (“a fountain of water” in Kash’s vision, “torrential rain” in Shri Mataji’s speech). The consistency in these vivid, symbolic imagery—sparks representing the awakening of spiritual energy and water symbolizing purification and life—lends credibility to Kash’s vision as a genuine reflection of the event Shri Mataji described.
- Presence of Divine Beings: Kash’s vision includes the attendance of divine figures (e.g., Jesus, Hanuman, Buddha, Muhammad), who are depicted as witnessing the event with joy and reverence. This aligns with Shri Mataji’s claim on June 9, 1996, in Cabella, Italy, that the opening of the Sahasrara was a cosmic event of universal significance, orchestrated “in the heavens” with “great care and attachment.” The presence of these figures in Kash’s vision reinforces the narrative that this was a divine, collective endorsement of Shri Mataji’s role as the Adi Shakti.
- Temporal and Dimensional Complexity: The vision’s depiction of Shri Mataji’s spiritual form as younger than her physical forms in 1970 and 1994, and the projection of a past event (1970) into the present (1994) within the timeless Kingdom of God, suggests a metaphysical experience beyond ordinary human perception. This complexity supports the claim that Kash accessed a higher spiritual dimension, consistent with Shri Mataji’s assertion on June 9, 1996, in Cabella, Italy, that the Sahasrara is the “realm of God.”
2. Shri Mataji’s Narration and Its Theological Significance
In her Sahasrara Puja speech on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France, Shri Mataji describes the opening of the Sahasrara as a cosmic event that filled the atmosphere with Chaitanya (divine vibrations), manifested as light, and activated the Primordial Kundalini, enabling mass spiritual awakening. She emphasizes the overwhelming grandeur of the experience, her initial silence, and her desire to share this “Nectar” with humanity. On June 9, 1996, in Cabella, Italy, she elaborates on the event’s unprecedented nature, noting that no scriptures explicitly described a realm beyond the Sahasrara, and its opening was essential to counter false gurus and establish Dharma.
Profound Reasons for Shri Mataji’s Truthfulness:
- Alignment with Christian Eschatology: Shri Mataji’s claim that the Sahasrara is the Kingdom of God within, as promised by Jesus, is supported by her role as the “Promised Comforter” (John 14:16, 14:26). In her speech on June 13, 1985, in Geneva, Switzerland, she links the opening of the Sahasrara to the Resurrection and the eternal life Jesus spoke of, stating, “The Seventh Chakra had to be opened so that you pass from one life level to another level.” Kash’s vision of Jesus among the divine beings witnessing the event reinforces this connection, suggesting that Shri Mataji’s act fulfills Jesus’s promise of a spiritual baptism by the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:5).
- Universal Spiritual Integration: Shri Mataji’s inclusion of all major religious figures in the divine assembly (as seen in Kash’s vision) reflects her teaching that the Sahasrara integrates all spiritual traditions. This universalism aligns with her claim on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France, that the opening of the Sahasrara enables mass Self-Realization, transcending sectarian boundaries. Her statement, “Without this happening there could not have been a possibility to give mass Realization to people,” underscores the event’s role in democratizing spiritual liberation, a feat unparalleled in religious history.
- Empirical Validation through Sahaja Yoga: Shri Mataji’s claim is not merely theoretical but experiential, as Sahaja Yoga practitioners report feeling Chaitanya (cool breeze) and Kundalini awakening, which she attributes to the Sahasrara’s opening. This empirical dimension supports her truthfulness, as thousands of followers globally have experienced these phenomena, corroborating her assertion on June 13, 1985, in Geneva, Switzerland, that the Sahasrara’s activation allows humans to “become the spirit.”
- Humility and Silence: Shri Mataji’s initial reluctance to speak about the Sahasrara, fearing misunderstanding (on June 9, 1996, in Cabella, Italy), and her description of being “stupefied” and “silent” at the event’s grandeur (on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France), reflect humility and authenticity. This contrasts with false gurus, whom she critiques on June 6, 1993, in Cabella, Italy, for misleading seekers, enhancing her credibility as a genuine spiritual guide.
3. Comparison of Kash’s Vision and Shri Mataji’s Narration
The following table compares key elements of Kash’s vision and Shri Mataji’s speech on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France, to highlight their alignment:
Aspect | Kash’s Vision (1994) | Shri Mataji’s Speech (May 5, 1982, Paris, France) |
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Setting | Shri Mataji meditating by the Indian Ocean, feet submerged, on a concrete structure. | Feet in water, meditating by the ocean, no specific mention of the structure. |
Visual Phenomena | Red/yellow sparks (“fireworks,” “volcano”) from Brahmarandhra, followed by a fountain of water drenching her. | Primordial Kundalini rises like a “furnace” with a burning, colorful appearance, followed by “torrential rain.” |
Duration | Sparks for ~10 minutes, water for ~10 minutes, continued meditation for ~5 minutes. | No specific duration mentioned, but a sequence of fiery Kundalini and rain-like Chaitanya. |
Emotional Impact | Divine beings in bliss, tears of joy, witnessing a cosmic event. | Shri Mataji stunned, silent, lost in joy, feeling like an artist seeing her creation. |
Spiritual Significance | Opening of Sahasrara enables human resurrection and entry into the Kingdom of God. | Opening of Sahasrara allows mass Realization, fulfilling divine plan for human salvation. |
Divine Presence | Jesus, Hanuman, Buddha, Muhammad, etc., present, endorsing the event. | Deities sit on “golden seats,” lifting the head like a dome, symbolizing cosmic participation. |
Profound Reasons for Alignment:
- Symbolic Consistency: The imagery of fire (sparks/furnace) and water (fountain/rain) in both accounts symbolizes the dual aspects of spiritual awakening: purification (fire) and life-giving grace (water). This shared symbolism, rooted in spiritual traditions (e.g., Pentecostal “tongues of fire,” Vedic Agni and Soma), suggests a universal truth underlying the event.
- Non-Collusive Nature: Kash’s lack of prior knowledge and the independent nature of his vision (not guided by Shri Mataji’s specific teachings) make it unlikely that his account was influenced by her speech. The alignment is thus more likely a result of a shared spiritual truth accessed through different means (vision vs. lived experience).
- Cosmic Scope: Both accounts emphasize the event’s universal significance, with Kash’s vision showing divine beings from all traditions and Shri Mataji describing a cosmic Chaitanya filling the atmosphere on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France. This convergence underscores the event’s role as a pivotal moment in human spiritual evolution, fulfilling Jesus’s promise of the Kingdom of God within (Luke 17:21).
- Experiential Authenticity: Kash’s detailed description of the 3D projection’s lifelike quality and Shri Mataji’s vivid, poetic recounting of the event convey a sense of lived experience rather than abstract theology. The emotional reactions—tears of joy in Kash’s vision, Shri Mataji’s awe—further humanize and authenticate the accounts.
4. Potential Counterarguments and Rebuttals
- Subjectivity of Mystical Visions: Critics might argue that Kash’s vision is subjective and unverifiable. However, its detailed alignment with Shri Mataji’s independent account on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France, combined with the empirical experiences of Sahaja Yoga practitioners, provides corroborative evidence. Mystical experiences are inherently subjective, but their consistency across sources strengthens their plausibility.
- Exaggeration of Significance: Skeptics may question the claim that this is the “greatest spiritual event” in history. Yet, Shri Mataji’s emphasis on mass Realization, supported by the global spread of Sahaja Yoga and its reported effects, suggests a transformative impact unmatched by prior spiritual movements, which were often limited to individual or small-scale enlightenment.
- Cultural Bias: The narrative’s rootedness in Indian spiritual terminology (Kundalini, Sahasrara) might be seen as culturally specific. However, Shri Mataji’s integration of Christian, Islamic, and other religious figures, and her explicit connection to Jesus’s teachings on June 13, 1985, in Geneva, Switzerland, universalize the message, making it accessible across cultures.
Conclusion: The Profound Spiritual Gift to Humanity
The opening of the Sahasrara Chakra, as witnessed by Kash and narrated by Shri Mataji, represents a profound fulfillment of Jesus Christ’s declaration that “the Kingdom of God is within you” (Luke 17:21). Kash’s vision provides irrefutable support for Shri Mataji’s claim through its spontaneous nature, detailed alignment with her account, and depiction of a cosmic endorsement by divine beings. Shri Mataji’s truthfulness is further evidenced by her theological alignment with Christian eschatology, the universal scope of her teachings, the empirical validation of Sahaja Yoga, and her humble approach to the event’s grandeur.
This event, described as “the greatest event of all the spiritual happenings of the Universe” on May 5, 1982, in Paris, France, is probably the most profound spiritual gift to humanity, enabling mass Self-Realization and the final evolution of Homo sapiens into eternal spirits. Yet, as Shri Mataji lamented on June 9, 1996, in Cabella, Italy, “Today I can see that without Self-Realization it would have been impossible to talk to people... I saw human beings so blind and I became absolutely silent.” Tragically, this Kingdom of God, promised by Jesus and actualized by Shri Mataji, remains unknown to the vast majority of humanity, lost in the darkness of ignorance and materialism. As she noted on June 9, 1996, in Cabella, Italy, “unless and until there are many Lights, people will never realize that how important it is to have Light.” The challenge remains for humanity to awaken to this divine gift and enter the realm of God within.
Clarification of the Age Difference in Kash's Vision

The age difference between the Eternal Adi Shakti, described as ever-young, and Her human incarnation, Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, as observed in Kash's vision, is a complex but critical element that enhances the authenticity of his experience. This distinction is particularly evident in the context of the 3D projection witnessed on May 5, 1994, which depicted the opening of the Sahasrara Chakra on May 5, 1970. The following excerpt from the original document highlights this phenomenon:
“After about a minute or so the projection moved up Her form. The face of the Great Divine Mother Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi was much younger than the Great Divine Mother Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi presently on Earth in human form, but older than the Great Divine Mother Shri Adhiparasakthi Shri Nirmala Devi sitting on the Golden Throne. The spiritual form of the Great Adi Shakti in the Sahasrara of Kash was younger than Her two physical forms of May 5, 1970 (when She opened the Sahasrara at Nargol, India) and May 5, 1994 (when She was in Cabella, Italy). Put simply, the Eternal Adi Shakti watching the projection in the Kingdom of God on May 5th, 1994, was younger than both Her past (May 5, 1970) and present (May 5, 1994) forms.”
Clarification of the Age Difference
The apparent age discrepancy in Kash's vision reflects the metaphysical distinction between the Eternal Adi Shakti, the timeless divine essence, and Her temporal human incarnation as Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. This distinction is crucial for understanding the authenticity of Kash's experience, as it underscores the transcendental nature of the Sahasrara and the Kingdom of God, where conventional human perceptions of time and aging do not apply.
In the vision, Kash observes three manifestations of the Great Divine Mother:
- The Eternal Adi Shakti seated on the Golden Throne in the Kingdom of God on May 5, 1994. This spiritual form is described as ever-young, embodying the timeless, divine essence that transcends physical aging.
- Shri Mataji in the 3D projection, depicting Her physical form on May 5, 1970, during the opening of the Sahasrara at Nargol, India. This form appears older than the Eternal Adi Shakti but younger than Her physical form in 1994.
- Shri Mataji in Her physical form on Earth on May 5, 1994, in Cabella, Italy, which is the oldest of the three, reflecting her human aging process.
Put simply, the Eternal Adi Shakti in the Sahasrara appears younger than both Her human forms in 1970 and 1994 because She exists beyond time, in a state of eternal youth. The human incarnation, Shri Mataji, is subject to the temporal constraints of physical aging, thus appearing progressively older from 1970 to 1994. This age difference is a critical piece of evidence confirming the authenticity of Kash's vision, as it demonstrates his perception of a divine reality that operates outside human temporal norms, consistent with the spiritual teachings of Sahaja Yoga.
Significance for Authenticity
The observation of the Eternal Adi Shakti's youthful appearance in the Kingdom of God enhances the credibility of Kash's experience for several reasons:
- Transcendental Perspective: The age discrepancy aligns with the concept that the Sahasrara is the realm of God, where time is irrelevant. Kash's ability to perceive the Eternal Adi Shakti as younger than Her human forms suggests he accessed a higher spiritual dimension, corroborating the metaphysical nature of his vision.
- Uninfluenced Observation: Kash had no prior knowledge of the Sahasrara opening or the theological nuances of the Adi Shakti's eternal nature. His spontaneous observation of the age difference, without preconceived expectations, reduces the likelihood of fabrication or suggestion, reinforcing the authenticity of the 3D projection.
- Consistency with Spiritual Teachings: The concept of the Adi Shakti as an eternal, unchanging divine essence is central to Sahaja Yoga. Kash's vision aligns with this teaching, as the youthful appearance of the Eternal Adi Shakti reflects Her timeless divinity, distinct from the aging human form of Shri Mataji.
- Complexity of the Vision: The nuanced depiction of three distinct forms—each with a specific age relative to the others—adds a layer of complexity that would be difficult to invent. This intricate detail supports the claim that Kash witnessed a genuine spiritual event, as opposed to a constructed narrative.
In conclusion, the age difference between the Eternal Adi Shakti and Her human incarnation, Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, as observed in Kash's 3D projection on May 5, 1994, serves as a compelling piece of evidence for the authenticity of his experience. By perceiving the Eternal Adi Shakti as younger than both Her past (1970) and present (1994) human forms, Kash demonstrates access to a divine reality beyond human temporal constraints, affirming the profound spiritual significance of the Sahasrara opening and the truthfulness of Shri Mataji's claims.