The last day in Switzerland

Before heading to Lake Lugano we were told that the place is known for its scenic beauty typical of Switzerland but also has an Italian atmosphere. On reaching the place I realized that the place was no different in terms of exquisite landscape as was described to us but we failed to capture the Italian atmosphere as out halt was for a very short duration. The link below contains an article on Lake Lugano

https://www.lifeinitaly.com/lakes/lake-lugano

The lake in the middle of the hills with gentle ripples in the water looked calm as if inviting people to tread on its bed. I could not ask for more in Switzerland as I absorbed abundance of natural beauty in a short duration of three days. Last but not the least our last stop in Switzerland was a beautiful church Madona Del Sasso.

We reached this place of pilgrimage in funicular and the serenity of the place made me peaceful. Before entering inside the church I came across many statues of holy men in different parts of the church  but the view that made me extremely happy was the scene from the last supper. All the idols were placed inside one of the rooms  in a semi circular manner with Jesus sitting regally at the centre.

I grew up in a Hindu family but visiting the churches in Europe made me realize that oneness of God is beyond religion.

 The Baroque style of architecture with painted arches and decorative pieces on the pillars looked radiant. When we entered inside the church the sermon was being read out by the priests so we sat inside the church for sometime as a mark of respect to the clergymen and then came out.

As stated in my previous blogs this trip to Europe was primarily undertaken to visit places visited by Meher Baba, an Indian spiritual master.

While looking at the figures depicted at the Last Supper, Meher Baba had commented in the year 1932.

I loved John intensely. I remember John and Judas [more] often, though I had great love for Peter too. There are many things about Jesus and his circle that are not yet known to people, as in books such as the Bible so many changes have been made. I will explain later on.

When I break my silence, clothed in the simple sadra which I wear in India, people will see me as Jesus. I am the selfsame Christ who was nailed on the cross. For the welfare of others, I undergo terrible suffering, and I suffer infinitely. I am daily being crucified as I suffer for the whole world. I am being crucified every moment, even now!

The church also offered a beautiful view of the lake and the mountains. The eye soothing beauty both inside and outside the church made me tranquil.

 I can sum up my visit to Switzerland as an experience which superseded my imagination in terms of scenic beauty and ignited curiosity for the magnificent architecture.