Divine Wisdom:
Transformative Quotes on Parents Worship Day
In the current era, characterized by a rapid shift toward materialistic values, the spiritual guidance of His Holiness Sant Shri Asharamji Bapu serves as a vital compass for millions. With a following of crores of disciples across the globe, Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji has initiated a cultural renaissance through Parents Worship Day (Matri Pitri Poojan Diwas), celebrated on February 14th. This movement is built upon the bedrock of ancient Vedic wisdom and the compassionate insights of Sant Shri Asharamji Bapu.
In the following discourse, we explore the profound quotes and scriptural verses that form the foundation of this celebration. It is essential to note the naming conventions used by Pujyashree’s disciples: Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji is an affectionate term signifying a “spiritual father,” while Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji denotes “the one who is venerable and worshipful.” These terms are used interchangeably to reflect the deep respect and love for Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji.
The Philosophy of Pure Love:
Bapuji’s Core Teachings
At the heart of Parents Worship Day is a redefinition of love. Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji teaches that the modern world often confuses fleeting sensory attraction with the eternal nectar of divine affection.
• On the Nature of Love: “Love is innocent. Love connects one to God, to Allah. Whether you call it Allah, God, or Bhagavan, the name of the Supreme Power is ‘Love’. Supreme happiness and supreme consciousness are what we call ‘Love’. This is the true form of Ram, Rahim, and God, and in this lies the welfare of humanity.”
• On Lust vs. Love: Pujyashree provides a sharp distinction between worldly desire and spiritual love: “Lust resides in the lower centers of the body. It creates excitement, blindness, and corruption. In contrast, Love resides in the higher centers. It creates insight, produces an ever-new nectar of joy, and reveals one’s kinship with all living beings.”
• Transforming Desire: “By worshipping parents, ‘Kaam’ (lust) is transformed into ‘Ram’ (divinity), and ego is transformed into love. Through the blessings of parents, the welfare of children is ensured.”
The Ancient Scriptural Foundation
Bapuji’s initiative is deeply rooted in the Vedas, Puranas, and Smritis. The following quotes from ancient texts are frequently highlighted by Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji to illustrate the spiritual height of one’s parents.
• The Supreme Pilgrimage: “Sarvatirthamayi Mata, Sarvadevamayo Pita” (The mother is the embodiment of all holy pilgrimages, and the father is the embodiment of all deities).
• The Fruit of Universal Circumambulation: From the Shiva Purana, regarding the wisdom of Lord Ganesha: “The son who performs the worship and circumambulation of his parents obtains the fruit of having circled the entire earth.”
• The Four-Fold Blessing: Sant Shri Asharamji Bapu often cites a famous verse from the Manusmriti (2.121): “For the one who is humble and regularly greets and serves their parents and elders, four things increase: Longevity, Knowledge, Fame, and Strength (Ayush, Vidya, Yash, and Bal).”
• The Magnitude of Debt: From the Valmiki Ramayana: “The selfless behavior and favors that a mother and father constantly bestow upon their son cannot be easily repaid even in a lifetime.”
• The Height of Status: From the Mahabharata: “The mother is greater than the Earth, and the father is higher than the sky.”
Wisdom from the Sages (Rishi-Vachan)
The great Rishis of India have left behind a legacy of guidance regarding filial duty. Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji shares these insights to remind the youth of the karmic implications of their conduct.
• Bodhayana Rishi: “One who does not belong to his own parents, to whom can he ever belong? A person who lacks faith in those through whose pain and tears he obtained his very existence—what faith can he have in his spouse, his children, or society? It is better to stay away from such a hypocrite.”
• Yajnavalkya Rishi: “Even if a person is a knower of all the Vedas, if he abandons, slanders, or torments his mother, father, or Guru, he is not entitled to perform any sacrificial rites. Those who serve or feed such a degraded soul also fall into darkness.”
• Katyayan Rishi: “The lineage of a person who disrespects or brings sorrow to his parents is destroyed. He never receives the blessings of his ancestors.”
• Angira Rishi: “The mother, father, and teacher (Acharya) are the three ‘Atigurus’ (Supreme Gurus) of an individual. It is the duty of every person to obey them, serve them, and never cause them grief.”
Poetic Wisdom: “Never Forget Your Parents”
One of the most touching aspects of Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji’s mission is the use of poetry to melt the hearts of his crores of disciples. The following verses are often recited during Parents Worship Day celebrations:
“Forget everyone else in the world, but never forget your mother and father; Their favors are countless; never forget this truth. You have worshipped many stones for the sake of your birth, Do not become a stone yourself and crush the hearts of your parents. They gave you the morsel from their own mouths to make you great, They gave you nectar to drink; do not spit poison at them. No matter how many lakhs you earn, it is never more than your parents; Without their service, everything is like ash; do not puff up with pride.”
Quotes on the Path of the Guru
Sant Shree teaches that the Guru is the spiritual parent who gives a disciple a second, divine birth. Pujyashree’s own life is a testament to this, having attained Self-realization through the grace of Sant Shri Asharamji Bapu‘s Sadguru, Swami Shri Lilashahji Maharaj.
• The Unfathomable Grace: “The Guru reveals the true essence of knowledge and removes all darkness. By lighting the lamp of devotion in the heart, he shows the path to God-realization. How incredibly generous and selfless are the Great Ones!”
• The Key to All Knowledge: Referring to the disciple Totakacharya, Bapuji notes: “Through the firm resolve of ‘Acharyadevo Bhava’ (Treat the Teacher as God) and unwavering service, one can obtain the knowledge of all scriptures even without formal study.”
• The Power of Omkar: Bapuji offers a guarantee to those who follow Pujyashree’s spiritual experiments: “Perform this Omkar jap and spiritual practice; if four moons do not align in your life (if you do not see unprecedented success), it is my responsibility!”
Blessings and Resolves
Sant Shri Asharamji Bapu suggests that on Parents Worship Day, specific blessings should be exchanged. These quotes act as a spiritual “Sankalp” (resolve) for the family.
• The Parent’s Blessing: “May your life be filled with enterprise, courage, patience, intelligence, power, and valor. May your life be fragrant with devotion to your parents and Guru. May success kiss your feet in every field of life.”
• The Child’s Resolve: “I will always respect my parents and teachers. I will greet them daily. It is my duty to obey their commands, which lead me toward greatness.”
The Global Impact: A Visionary’s Call
His Holiness has spread a Brahma Sankalp (Divine Resolve) into the atmosphere to protect the world’s youth:
• A Call to All Faiths: “I want the program of Parents Worship Day to become widespread in India and across the world. May all the elements, deities, and my disciples—be they Muslim, Hindu, Christian, or Parsi—join this cause. Let the deities hear, let the ancestors hear: I want to make this celebration a global reality.”
• Restoring Indian Identity: “Indian youth were found to be the happiest and most affectionate in global surveys because of their family affection and loyalty. Parents Worship Day, inspired by Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji, confirms this conclusion by nourishing parents, children, and youth alike.”
Conclusion
The quotes and teachings of Sant Shri Asaramji Bapu are more than just words; they are transformative vibrations that have the power to heal broken families and redirect the youth toward a glorious future. By embracing the wisdom of Sant Shri Asharamji Bapu, we realize that the highest pilgrimage is not at a distant shrine, but at the feet of our parents. As Sant Shri Asaram Bapuji beautifully summarizes, the path to becoming “eternally respectable” starts with the simple, sincere act of bowing down in gratitude. Matri Pitri Poojan Diwas is truly the celebration of the “Divine Spark” residing within every home.