Frequently asked questions

No. Sant Asharamji Bapu has emphasized that this celebration is for everyone—Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Parsis, and all communities. No religion wants its children to lose character or neglect their parents.

Bapuji observed that youthful energy was being wasted on superficial attractions, leading to early aging, depression, and inner emptiness. Parents Worship Day was initiated to redirect that energy toward self-restraint, gratitude, and family values.

While modern trends often promote lust (Kaam)—which creates excitement followed by confusion—Parents Worship Day promotes pure love (Prem), rooted in higher awareness, clarity, and lasting joy.

As stated in the Manusmriti (2.121), regularly respecting and serving parents increases four vital assets:

• Longevity (Ayush)

• Knowledge (Vidya)

• Fame (Yash)

• Strength (Bal)

Yes. Research from the University of Pennsylvania has shown that students who respect elders and follow parental guidance perform better academically. Respecting parents preserves vital energy (Ojas–Tejas), which improves focus and memory.

The verse “Sarvatirthamayi Mata” explains that the mother embodies all sacred places. Serving her at home gives the same spiritual merit as visiting pilgrimages worldwide.

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When asked to circle the earth, Lord Ganesha simply circled his parents seven times, explaining that his parents were his entire universe. Due to this wisdom, he became the first to be worshipped.

Parents are seated on an elevated seat; children apply kumkum tilak, offer flowers and garlands, perform seven circumambulations (Pradakshina), do Aarti, bow for blessings, and share sweets.

Seven circumambulations are scripturally equivalent to circling the entire earth. This act signifies that parents are the child’s world and helps cleanse past karmic impressions.

Parents bless their child to become Trilochan—one who awakens the inner eye of discrimination (Vivek) to distinguish right from wrong in life.

Pranam dissolves ego, transforms lust into love, and redirects energy toward higher brain centers—enhancing intellect, humility, and mental peace.

Chanting the Pranava mantra (Omkar) purifies the mind, enhances memory, improves lung capacity, and strengthens immunity.

It is a humming-bee breath technique where ears are closed, a deep breath is taken, and “Om” is chanted from the throat. Practiced 10 times, it calms the mind and sharpens intelligence.

This practice involves rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the anal sphincter while holding the breath externally. It helps uplift vital energy and is said to prevent numerous diseases.

Pure food and disciplined Vedic habits—such as reciting the 15th Chapter of the Gita before meals—support digestion and preserve Ojas–Tejas, essential for self-restraint.

It is Bapuji’s divine resolve to make Parents Worship Day a global movement—aimed at creating a character-rich society by establishing reverence for parents in every home worldwide.