2004: Lakshmi Shines as His Messenger
2004: Lakshmi Shines as His Messenger
Dedicate Your Life To Serve Society
Wherever you are, you must remember three things, namely: where did we come from?; where are we at present?; and what is the purpose of our coming here? You must find out yourself an answer at least for one of the three questions. Otherwise, your life itself will become a waste.
The purpose of a human birth is not for enjoying food and comforts. It is not even for pursuing education. The purpose of human birth is totally different and the people have forgotten it. You have to fulfill your life and sanctify your birth. The body comes, grows and dies, and finally undergoes decay. Before the body dies, one has to fulfill the purpose for which he has come into this world. Only a human being has the power to realize the purpose of his life. Having been born as human beings we must dedicate our lives in the service of God and in the constant contemplation of God. If you do so, none of the physical ailments will trouble you.
Those whose thoughts, words and deeds are in perfect harmony are noble ones; those who lack harmony of these are wicked.
The body may undergo any amount of suffering. It is like a water bubble. The mind is like a mad monkey. Therefore, we should not follow either the body or the mind. We must follow our antharatma (conscience). We must develop atmabhimana. Give up dehabhimana. However, engage the body in proper activities. Engage the body in the service of God. Our body is a gift of God. Utilise every small opportunity to serve the country and society. Develop such a courage and confidence and set an ideal to the world. That is the real nature of humanity.
Swami narrated the Boatman and scholar story. The miracle of saving Michael Goldstein from hijackers.
Kind Regards,
Seetharam Kallidaikurichi
Visiting Professor, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
Director, Institute of Water Policy, LKY School
PA: +65 6516 2083
on secondment from the Asian Development Bank
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