The Chavadi procession was a vibrant and elaborate ceremony filled with many distinct elements. The event, detailed in Chapter 51, would commence with a grand bhajan session with cymbals and mridanga. A palanquin was decorated for Baba. The procession itself was led by a beautifully adorned horse named Shyam-Sundar that danced at the front. The atmosphere was filled with the sounds of horns, bugles, and trumpets. As Chapter 51 narrates, devotees would carry flags, banners, and torches, while a royal umbrella was held over Baba's head. Devotees walked on both sides, singing melodious bhajans, creating an experience of royal splendor and deep religious fervor.
What were the specific elements and activities that made up the Chavadi procession for Sai Baba?
๐ Chapter 51