Arhatic Yogis reflect on divine connection, ancient roots, and personal transformation amid Jordan’s timeless landscapes
When most people think of Jordan, they think Petra, deserts, maybe Lawrence of Arabia. But for a group of spiritual seekers following World Pranic Healing, Jordan became more than a postcard. It became a portal—timeless, electric, humbling. The kind of place where time kneels beside faith and history whispers through sunbaked stones.
For Mondreeta Sengupta Das, a record-holding mountaineer and swimmer who also serves as Vice President of the Tourist Guides Association in Mumbai, this wasn’t just a retreat—it was a last-minute decision that spiraled into a life-altering experience. And the setting? A mosaic of prophets, pilgrims, and the sacred Dead Sea.
From Amman’s Ancient Pulse to a Cliffside Sanctuary
The retreat began with a detour. After landing in Amman, Jordan’s bustling capital, Mondreeta didn’t head straight to the resort. Instead, she rented a car and did what few last-minute travelers would dare—she chased history.
“I walked through the Jordan Museum, stood in the Roman Theatre, and wandered through the Ten Arches Bridge and Temple of Hercules,” she recalled. “It felt like time was breathing through stone.”
Each monument felt less like ruins and more like memories etched into rock.
Then came the drive to the resort by the Dead Sea. It wasn’t a luxury compound in marble and chrome. It was something more elemental—built to mirror the earth itself. Traditional mud huts with a terraced layout gave it a slow, grounding energy. From above, the Dead Sea shimmered like a secret.
Eight crystal-clear pools dotted the property. But even those couldn’t prepare the group for what lay ahead.
A Baptismal Silence and a Border of Awe
The retreat kicked off in full swing—intensive meditations, teachings, and stillness stitched together by quiet smiles and spontaneous laughter.
On the second day, the group visited one of Christianity’s most sacred sites—Bethany Beyond the Jordan. This is believed to be the very place Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist.
No guide, no words, no photos could prepare them for the emotion.
“We meditated there,” Mondreeta said, “and it was like the sanctity of that moment seeped into our spirits.”
And there, across the narrow Jordan River, was Israel—just ten feet away.
“It felt surreal,” she added. “Two ancient civilizations staring at each other through the water. The weight of history, conflict, peace, and prophecy… all in that silence.”
Some took a sacred dip in the river. Others just stood, weeping quietly.
Moses, Mount Nebo, and That Vast View
Later that day, they reached Mount Nebo. This wasn’t just another holy hill. This was where Moses is said to have stood and gazed at the Promised Land.
And the air felt heavy—like memory.
There’s a sculpture of the Brazen Serpent atop the mount. And near it, the group meditated once again.
“It wasn’t just about looking outward. That view made me look inward,” one participant said.
There were no lectures here. No chants. Just the wind, a few prayers, and a profound stillness that clung to the skin.
Dead Sea: Where Salt Heals More Than Skin
On the final day, the group returned to the Dead Sea—not for sightseeing, but for purification.
In Pranic Healing traditions, water holds sacred significance. The Ganges may cleanse the soul, but the Dead Sea? It’s something else entirely.
Floating in its mineral-dense waters isn’t just relaxing. It’s transformational.
Mondreeta described it as “pulling out toxins, both physical and emotional. Stuff you didn’t even know you were carrying.”
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But the sea doesn’t play.
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If even a drop touches your eyes, it burns like fire.
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Most brought fresh water bottles just in case.
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It’s beautiful. But it demands respect.
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You don’t float there—you surrender.
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There were no selfies, no distractions. Just quiet rituals, salt-drenched robes, and reflections that soaked far deeper than skin.
The Numbers Behind the Stillness
For those curious about the places visited during the retreat, here’s a quick snapshot:
| Location | Spiritual Significance | Visitor Note |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan River (Bethany) | Baptism site of Jesus | Entry allowed via guided groups |
| Mount Nebo | Where Moses viewed the Promised Land | Brazen Serpent sculpture stands at the peak |
| Dead Sea | Believed to purify energetic layers | Swimming is safe, but protect your eyes |
| Amman Roman Theatre | Built in 2nd century AD under Antoninus Pius | Still used for cultural events |
| Temple of Hercules (Amman) | Ancient Roman ruins atop Citadel Hill | Features fragments of massive Hercules statue |
These weren’t just tourist spots. They became mirrors—reflecting the seeker’s inner landscape back at them.
Whispers of Faith, Footprints in Salt
Some experiences defy explanation. You leave changed, but you can’t say exactly how. Jordan does that to you. It’s more than just a destination on the map—it’s a vibration, an ancient pulse still echoing in modern steps.
And for the group that traveled from India, there was one thread running through it all—surrender.
