By Go Spiritual Correspondent
Go Spiritual News Magazine & App October 6, 2025
In a serene hotel lounge nestled in an undisclosed location, an extraordinary moment unfolded, blending the everyday with the divine in a way that has left spiritual seekers and onlookers in awe. A viral video capturing this encounter has swept across social media, drawing thousands of shares and comments, as it beautifully illustrates the universal power of devotion that transcends species.
The scene began unassumingly when a woman, seated comfortably in the hotel’s open-air lobby with a cup of herbal tea, was approached by a young rhesus monkey, likely a visitor from nearby forested hills. The monkey, with glossy fur and bright, curious eyes, leapt gently into her lap, settling in with a calm demeanor that surprised onlookers. Guests nearby, amused by the unexpected visitor, began recording the moment on their phones.
What followed transformed this charming interaction into a profound spiritual experience. The woman, drawing from her daily devotional practice, started softly chanting “Jai Shri Ram”—the sacred mantra invoking Lord Rama, the revered avatar of Vishnu celebrated for his embodiment of dharma. Her voice, steady and melodic, resonated through the lounge, carrying the timeless rhythm of bhakti.
The monkey’s reaction was nothing short of mesmerizing. Initially restless, it grew still, its ears perked and eyes fixed on the woman’s face with an almost reverent focus. As the chant continued—“Jai Shri Ram, Jai Jai Shri Ram”—the monkey’s body visibly relaxed, its tiny paws folding together in a gesture reminiscent of the anjali mudra, the Hindu prayer pose. For over two minutes, it remained captivated, occasionally letting out soft coos that seemed to harmonize with the mantra. When the woman paused, the monkey gently nudged her, as if urging her to continue, before eventually hopping off her lap with a lingering glance, as though reluctant to leave the sacred moment behind.
“It felt like a divine presence was with us,” the woman later shared with Go Spiritual News, referencing the legendary devotion of Hanuman, Lord Rama’s loyal companion in the Ramayana. “The line between human and animal blurred—it was a reminder that the name of Rama touches every heart, no matter the form.”
The video, widely shared on Facebook, has sparked a wave of awe and reflection. Spiritual leaders have called it a leela—a divine play—pointing to the monkey’s response as evidence of the universal pull of Rama’s name. Social media buzzes with hashtags like #RamBhaktiMiracle and #AnimalDevotees, with viewers expressing wonder and advocating for compassion toward urban wildlife.
Animal behavior experts offer a complementary perspective. A primatologist noted that monkeys often respond to rhythmic sounds and calm energies, but the depth of this monkey’s engagement was “remarkably profound, almost meditative.” The mantra’s vibrational frequency may have induced a tranquil state, aligning with research on how sound affects primates in urban settings.
As Diwali nears, celebrating the triumph of light and righteousness, this encounter serves as a poignant reminder of the miracles hidden in simple acts of devotion. The chant of “Jai Shri Ram” became a bridge to the divine, uniting a woman, a monkey, and onlookers in a shared moment of grace.
The woman encourages others to incorporate Ram mantra recitation into their daily lives, perhaps even in nature, to connect with its unseen devotees. This heartwarming story reaffirms that the divine can manifest in the unlikeliest of places, stirring souls across boundaries.
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