ārati
āratī is a powerful way to greet and thank deities, and to remind us devotees of God’s presence. It is musical prayer extoling bābā’s benevolence and thanking him for his blessings. During āratī, devotees are reminded of bābā’s glorious presence and providence. The āratī songs can induce a sense of expanded consciousness. It can help synchronize the mind, body and spirit. Further, the use of incense and camphor can have therapeutic effects. The aroma can stimulate the olfactory senses, promoting relaxation and improving focus.
The purpose of bābā āratī is to offer prayers to Sai Baba during the four major times of day, or kālās:
