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HOME | Kundalini | Divine Experiences | Karma | Q & A | Glossary | e-Yoga |  | About me | Contact me  TheKundaliniYoga.Org Happiness is our nature. It is not wrong to desire it. What is wrong is seeking it outside when it is inside - Ramana Maharshi Select Language​▼ Story behind Swami Samarth’s First Photos taken by Kodak Company FIRST Original photos of Swami Samarth was taken by Kodak Company’s photographer Following are the three original photograph of "Shri Swami Samarth" taken by Kodak Company's photographer from Europe who visited Akkalkot specifically for this purpose. With the story behind these photos,these are the FIRST ORIGINAL photos of Swami Samarth and all other photos of Swami Samarth were taken atleast few years after this one. Read the story behind this first Kodak photos of Swami Samarth below:   FIRST Original photos of Swami Samarth taken by Kodak Company’s photographer The honour of taking the first photograph of Swami Samarth goes to the Kodak Company. The exact year of photograph is not known but it is expected somewhere between 1855 through 1870. George Eastman, the inventor of Kodak camera, is later known to have become a student of Swami Paramahansa Yogananda (1893-1952.) The Kodak company went Bankrupt in January 2012. Here is how the story of Swami Samarth's First photo goes: Kodak Company wanted to increase their business and publicize the art by photographing some great personality by way of advertisement. They decided that Swami Samarth would be a good choice because at that time Swami Samarth’s name and fame had spread and stories about him and a his Miracles used to be published in Mumbai newspapers. Even the British Government in Mumbai had ordered Akkalkot king to take proper care of Swami Samarth. Kodak thought Swami’s photograph would serve as a great publicity for the promotion of their business. Accordingly, Kodak Company sent their best photographer with a special camera and all the necessary accessories to Akkalkot. The photographer was a European. On reaching Akkalkot the photographer contacted some of Swami’s devotees and expressed his desire of photographing Swami Samarth. They told him that Swami's photo could not be taken without Swami’s permission. The photographer felt challenged and decided to photograph Swami Samarth anyhow. The photographer was highly confident of his skills and though that he could take the photo without Swami or anyone else noticing it. He then arranged his camera and tripod at some distance from where Swami Samarth was sitting and waited for a favorable pose. The photographer though - Camera is a material science and who can defy the science? After some efforts the photographer took a picture (photo) without Swami being aware of it! Overjoyed after taking the photo without permission of Swami he went and developed the plate, took prints and brought them to Swami Samarth asking his opinion about it. Swami Samarth without looking at the photo gave it to one of the devotees who looked at it said, “What a wonderful photo of Khandoba!” (Avatar of Sri Maheshwar – Shiv Shankar), another said it was that of “Sri Rama!”, another one said it is a beautiful picture of Ambabai. Everyone saw in it their own family deity, but none of them said it was a photograph of Swami Samarth. The photographer laughed at them saying that they could not identify the picture of their own Master. Finally the photographer said, "Maharaj, this is your photograph" and asked Shri Swami Samarth himself to see the photograph. Shri Swami Samarth looked at the photo, burst into laughter and asked, "What? Is this my picture? Do I look funny as this?" and gave the picture back to photographer who when looked at saw the picture of a monkey on the print. The photographer felt highly embarrassed. He realized his mistake in taking the photo without Swami Samarth's permission. He relied on his confidence and the power of science, and learnt a lesson! Photographer begged Swami’s pardon and said, “Maharaj, ours is a new company. We wish to popularize it by publishing saint’s photos in India. I have been specially sent here from Europe to take your photo. Please be kind enough and give me permission to take your photograph. Your picture is sacred and is worthy of being kept in every home". Once the photographer showed his repentance and requested humbly for permission Swami Samarth smiled indicating consent and allowed him to take the photograph. The photo was taken and it came out so well - fully capturing the visible manifestations of the Divine. Every one was delighted to see the picture. The possession of an excellent camera, the skill of the cameraman, good light, etc were all of no avail. It was only when Sri Swami Samarth was gracious enough to consent that his photograph could be taken but not before. (On the other hand, once, a photographer named Phadke wanted to photograph Swami Samarth and came to Akkalkot. Phadke was asked by Swami Samarth to come at five that evening. He came at five as promised but Swami Samarth, instead of sitting for the photograph gave his Hukka to him to hold and continued smoking till seven o’clock when it was quite dark. Then Swami asked Phadke to take a photo. Phadke told him it was too dark and photo could not come well without light. Swami Samarth laughed and asked him to still go ahead and take the picture. Surprisingly the photo came out beautiful.) More original Swami Samarth's photographs by the Kodak Company’s photographer: Dr. Annie Beasant of the Theosophical Society had sent Col. S. H. Olcott to India in 1879 to study & understand the sages & spiritual Gurus of India, so as to share the information with the world. During his six months stay in Akkalkot he penned down a book `Seven Stages of Man’. This book contains the original photographs of ‘Shri Swami Samarth’ taken by the Kodak Company’s photographer. More Original Photos of Swami Samarth Original photo: Swami Samarth with Cholappa Maharaj and group of devotees (1860-1875)   Original photo: Swami Samarth with Cholappa Maharaj (1860-1875) Original photo: Swami with another devotee (1860-1875)   Original photo: Swami Samarth sitting by himself in usual pose (1860-1875) Original photo: Swami having Hukka (1860-1875) Original photo: Swami Samarth sitting by himself. This is the most latest and probably the LAST photo of Swami Samarth.     See 24 more photos/paintings of Swami Samarth   Related Pages Swami Samarth: Origin, Life and Samadhi Swami Mantras, Bhajans, Aartis, Jaap, Naam: Video links

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What is wrong is seeking it outside when it is inside - Ramana Maharshi Select Language​▼ Swami Samarth Photos (Page 2)   Related Pages Swami Samarth: Origin, Life and Samadhi Swami Mantras, Bhajans, Aartis, Jaap, Naam: Video links Miracle Cure – Experience Swami Samarth’s promise to you!! Original Paduka Photos (1856-1878)  How To Do Swami Bhakti? Story behind Swami Samarth’s First Photo taken by Kodak Company Samarth Temples/Muth   Like Swami Samarth:    Visit Swami Samarth:       Swami Mukhavata (face)   Swami Samarth Guru-Purnima Vishesh     Swami Samarth Murti (idol)   Swami Samarth Painting       Swami Samarth Murti (idol)   Swami Samarth with Ganesha Murti     Swami Samarth with Vitthal   Swami Samarth with Shri Dattatreya       Swami Samarth with Vitthal   Asta Bhuja (eight hands) painting     Swami Samartha standing as Shiva   Swami Samarth as Mother     Swami Samarth posing as Shiva with Ganesha and Maruti   "Hum Gaya Nahi, Jinda Hai - I am not gone, I am still here"       Swami Samarth painting wearing topi (cap)   Bhiu Nakos, Mi Tuzya Pathishi Ahe   Swami Samarth picture   Swami Samarth in words         Swami Samarth 24 Photos (Swami's Original photos from 1860s)          HOME | Kundalini | Divine Experiences | Karma | Q & A | Glossary | e-Yoga |  | About me | Contact me  TheKundaliniYoga.Org Happiness is our nature. It is not wrong to desire it. What is wrong is seeking it outside when it is inside - Ramana Maharshi Select Language​▼ Swami Samarth 24 Photos (Swami's Original photos from 1860s)   Related Pages Swami Samarth: Origin, Life and Samadhi Swami Mantras, Bhajans, Aartis, Jaap, Naam: Video links Miracle Cure – Experience Swami Samarth’s promise to you!! Original Paduka Photos (1856-1878)  How To Do Swami Bhakti? Samarth Temples/Muth  Story behind Swami Samarth’s First Photo taken by Kodak Company  Like Swami Samarth:    Visit Swami Samarth:         This is the FIRST Photograph of Swami Samarth, taken by the Kodak Company’s photographer - Read story behind Swami's photo by Kodak Original photo: Swami Samarth with Cholappa Maharaj and group of devotees (1860)     Original photo: Swami Samarth with Cholappa Maharaj (1860)   Original photo: Swami with another devotee (1860)   Original photo: Swami Samarth sitting by himself in usual pose (1860)   Original photo: Swami Samarth sitting by himself (1860)   Swami laying down in Shesha Nidra pose - Photo taken in 1860 Original photo: Swami with his cap on (1860-1865)   Original photo: Swami with his cap on (1870-1875) Original photo: Swami having Hukka (1870-1875) Original photo: Swami Samarth laying on Vyagrarjin (tiger skin); Cholappa Maharaj and another devotee are standing by (1870-1875) Original photo: Swami sitting by himself. This is the most latest and probably the LAST original photo of Swami Samarth. Sometime after 1875. This is a rare original photo where Swami is seen standing. The picture was taken in 1875. Swami was almost 7 ft tall. He was Ajanubahu (whose arms reach the knees). While entering the Math his head used to touch the 7 ft tall doorway. This photo clearly shows his long hands touching the knees. Around that time Swami was seen in cap in most of the photos. It is important to understand ONLY divine personalities of very high authority are known to be born Ajanubahu. Swami is one of those rare divine Avatars.   Following are Swami Paintings Swami Samarth painting   Ajanubahu (whose arms reach the knees) Swami Samarth painting   Swami Samarth reincarnation of Shri Dattatreya   Swami Samarth sitting under banyan tree, Akkalkot   Swami Samarth - Fear not I am behind you   Swami Samarth Trinity   Swami Samarth sitting on vyagrahjin (tiger skin)   Swami samarth photo with cap over head   Swami Samartha Narasimha Saraswati Lord Dattatreya Reincarnation Trinity Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva   Ajanubahu (whose arms reach the knees) Swami Samarth standing under banyan tree, Akkalkot   Swami Samarth Lord Vishnu pose   Swami samarth photo with rudraksha mala   Swami Samarth Shri Dattavatar   Swami Samarth Shri Dattavatar       ...more Swami Pictures           Divine Thoughts for Seekers:       Subscribe for eYoga  Yoga is an exact science. It aims at the harmonious development of body, mind and soul. Everyone should follow one Yoga as their primary Yoga (based on their character). Then we must combine Karma Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Raja Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Gyan Yoga. This “Yoga Synthesis” will lead one to the God.       HOME | Kundalini | Divine Experiences | Karma | Q & A | Glossary | e-Yoga |  | About me | Contact me TheKundaliniYoga.Org Kundalini Yoga is also known by the names: Siddha Yoga, Sahaj Yoga, Shaktipat Yoga, Maha Yoga, Shakti Yoga or Kriya Yoga         Divine Thoughts for Seekers:       Subscribe for eYoga  Yoga is an exact science. It aims at the harmonious development of body, mind and soul. Everyone should follow one Yoga as their primary Yoga (based on their character). Then we must combine Karma Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Raja Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Gyan Yoga. This “Yoga Synthesis” will lead one to the God.       HOME | Kundalini | Divine Experiences | Karma | Q & A | Glossary | e-Yoga |  | About me | Contact me TheKundaliniYoga.Org Kundalini Yoga is also known by the names: Siddha Yoga, Sahaj Yoga, Shaktipat Yoga, Maha Yoga, Shakti Yoga or Kriya Yoga