ABSTRACT
The tender plant of Sarada Devi’s spiritual life which later grew into a mighty tree, giving shelter to many a seeker of God, developed silently in the holy atmosphere of Dakshineswar. Sri Ramakrishna began to train Sarada Devi in the practice of spiritual disciplines. To her he was teacher, father, mother, companion, husband, and God Himself. Sarada Devi observed with her own eyes all the signs of divinity in Sri Ramakrishna. She witnessed his complete conquest of lust and greed. Sarada Devi and Lakshmi had been initiated by a monk while they were living at Kamarpukur. The Master again initiated them at Dakshineswar. Sarada Devi, though occupied with many household duties, spent a long time in repeating the sacred word. Sarada Devi never allowed her meditation and other spiritual practices to interfere with her daily duties. She pursued both work and worship. During her spare time she now and then made garlands for the image in the Kali temple.
