In 1975, a special memorial shrine to Yogiji Maharaj with Shriji Maharaj's charnarvind was inaugurated in Gondal. It was a particularly special occasion for me because that was when I was initiated as a sadhu. 

Swamishri was busy with the Vedic rituals. The place was teeming with devotees, some of whom had traveled from far off villages to share in the auspicious event.

Unexpectedly, the Maharaja of Gondal, Jyoti Bapu, arrived. His unanticipated arrival raised the question of where to seat him. Haka Bapu, who was escorting him, was becoming restless. We had to adhere to the Maharaja's protocol, yet the thought of making new arrangements and having to make him wait put everyone in a dilemma.

Swamishri was sharp though. He understood the problem straight away. Without any further delay, Swamishri shuffled over on his seat and made room for Jyoti Bapu. "Here, sit here Bapu," Swamishri respectfully called to him.

Throughout the ceremony, Swamishri and the Maharaja shared the same seat. Swamishri's quick thinking and humility struck deep into the hearts of everyone present.