On this sacred occasion, we humbly pay our respects to the great soul who was truly an apostle of peace and unity. True to his name, Jashan, his life was a celebration of all the noble things of life, Service, sacrifice, humility, purity, genuineness and goodness! We were blessed to have heard his speeches, discourses and been in his divine presence on several occasions.
As a student, I had even visited him in his tiny and pristine room in the precincts of the Sadhu Vaswani Mission complex. I was impressed by how he lived so modestly, without any pretense and with hardly any worldly belongings! He spoke with a twinkle in his eye and was very sweet and polite in his manner.
We had heard of an interesting and illuminating anecdote related to him. Once, one of his followers gifted him a shawl. Immediately, he gave it away, saying that he already had one and that it was more than enough for him.
Even his soul was devoid of any baggage of negative virtues. He embodied simplicity and selfless service in all that he did. He proved that true religion was meant to be lived and not just talked about! Thus he was a true successor of his mentor and founder of the Mission, Sadhu T.L. Vaswani; in letter and spirit.
We pray to the Almighty that his blessed soul rests in eternal peace and his teachings continue to inspire and motivate us to lead enriched lives!
Dear Dada, we will observe the moment of calm today at 2 p.m. on the occasion of your birthday and pray for universal brotherhood, peace and forgiveness.
Your legacy will always live on in our hearts!
Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan
Ex-student of St. Mira's High School
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| Courtesy: pro@sadhuvaswani.org Here's a poem that I had written when he was here: Beacon of Love With your innocent smile Without any guile, You spread the gospel of love, harmony and peace Far and wide, With friends and supporters by your side! You are the light-house which guides many In the stormy sea of life. Your life you live, one of service and sacrifice Without hatred or malice. Your sincerity of purpose We admire, appreciate and try to emulate! On this pious day, your birthday, We felicitate and wish you, Dada J.P. Vaswani, The harbinger of universal brotherhood, Who follows his Guru, Sadhu T.L. Vaswanis’s teachings, More than anyone could! May you have many more, To guide us as always From your heart’s core! The copyright of this poem is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan. |
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