Sai Inspires from Prasanthi Nilayam - July 29, 2024
Narration
Translated
What is the one worthy campaign parents must encourage their children to undertake? Bhagawan lovingly guides today all those who play that critical role.
Today, the senses are allowed free play; man is a slave to greed, lust and egoism. The fault lies entirely with the parents and the elders. When their children go to temples or religious discourses, they reprimand them and warn them that it is a sign of insanity. They tell them that religion is an old-age pursuit; it should not be taken seriously by youngsters! But, if only they encourage them, the children can equip themselves better for the battle of life. Parents ought to advise the children: "Be convinced that there is a God, guiding and guarding us. Remember Him with gratitude. Pray to Him to render you pure. Love all; serve all. Join good company. Visit temples and holy men." You read in the newspapers about campaigns, conquests, victories, triumphs, etc., but they are all material conquests and other triumphs. Campaign against the temptations of the senses; conquer inner foes; triumph over your ego. That is the victory for which you deserve congratulations, not the others.
- Divine Discourse, Jan 01, 1967.
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Remember that children have tender hearts and innocent minds. Only if you fill their hearts with love will the world have genuine peace. – BABA
— Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

