New Delhi, Sep 16 . Acharya Jonas Masetti, Brazilian Vedanta teacher recognised for spreading Indian spiritualism and philosophy in Brazil, has described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a man of ‘’profound inner power guided by something greater than himself.’’ Acharya Masetti, one of two foreigners awarded Padma Shri this year, in a message on the occasion of the Prime Minister turning 75, said Prime Minister Modi’s presence carries Shakti, a quiet force that transforms the atmosphere around him.
“In Prime Minister Modi, I did not just see a political leader, but a man of profound inner power, guided by something greater than himself. His presence carries śakti — a quiet force that transforms the atmosphere around him. Modi-ji’s leadership is not only political, it is deeply spiritual in the most silent and authentic way.” He said in his message.
Rising from simple beginnings not through privilege but through purpose, at 75, Prime Minister Modi ‘’stands as a beacon — reminding us that true greatness is measured not by status, but by the depth of one’s purpose. His unwavering commitment reflects an understanding that Bharat’s future rests not just on economics or geopolitics, but on dharma, identity, and soul.”
The Acharya said he has had the privilege of seeing Prime Minister Modi up close not once, but several times and each time, he felt he wasn’t just in the presence of a political leader, but of a man with profound inner power, whose life seems to be guided by something greater than himself.
The Acharya said the first time he had met the Prime Minister was unforgettable. ‘’It was in Brazil, and I was there to receive him—not as a politician, but as the living symbol of a tradition that has transformed my life. Along with my students, I stood to chant Vedic mantras as he arrived. For us, it was a moment of immense gratitude — an offering of sound, a gesture of reverence to the culture that has blessed us so deeply here in Brazil.’’
And in that moment, something powerful happened. As he stepped into the room, they could feel the presence of śakti. The atmosphere changed. The space felt alive. His posture, his silence, his unwavering gaze — it carried the weight of his practice, of his discipline, of his lineage.
‘’That was the moment I saw the spiritual force behind the man. And it marked me deeply.’’
He said that since then, he had had the opportunity to see him again, during his second visit to Brazil, at the presentation of the Rāmāyaṇa, and at the BRICS summit.
Later, he saw the Prime Minister once more when he was given the Padma Shri. That recognition, usually offered to those in the twilight of their lives after decades of work, ‘’came to me at the age of 44.’’
‘’It was an extraordinary honour—and more than that, a deep responsibility. It made me ask myself: how can I give back to this culture that has given me everything?
That question gave birth to the Samba Shiva Festival — a cultural and spiritual celebration that seeks to reconnect young people in Bharat with their own Vedic roots. But this is not just a festival. It is a gesture of offering, a bridge between the wisdom of Bharat and the vitality of Brazil.
And it is my heartfelt intention—when I arrive in Bharat this October—to personally present this project to Prime Minister Modi. ‘’I truly believe it can support his mission of reviving and preserving the Vedic tradition in the hearts of Bharat’s youth. It is not a project about us. It is about reminding the children of this sacred land of the treasure they already carry within.’’
The Samba Shiva Festival–a cultural and spiritual celebration that seeks to reconnect young people in Bharat with their own Vedic roots—will be held from October 29 to November 8 at three universities–BITS Pilani (from October 29–Nov 2), Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (from November 2 – November 4), Bengal College of Engineering and Technology, Durgapur (from November 4 – November 8)
‘’We will sing, share stories, chant the mantras, and celebrate the profound beauty of this tradition—not to teach, but to reflect. Not to impose, but to invite. And to remind the youth of Bharat that freedom without grounding is confusion, and that ancestral knowledge is not a limitation—it is the very compass for a life well-lived.
He said Modi life is a reminder of this. He rose from simple beginnings not through privilege, but through purpose. His leadership is not only political — it is spiritual in the most silent and authentic way. You can feel it in his presence. You can see it in his unwavering commitment. And you can sense it in his deep understanding that Bharat’s future depends not just on GDP or geopolitics, but on dharma, on identity, on soul.
The Acharya said ‘’this article is not a political statement. It is a personal offering — of love, gratitude, and respect. At 75, Narendra Modi stands as a beacon — not only for India, but for all of us who cherish the Vedic tradition across the world. He reminds us that greatness is not measured by status or popularity, but by the depth of one’s purpose and the sincerity of one’s path.’’
. RB 2007
