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“Children, we are told to make an offering at the temple or at the feet of the guru, not because the Lord or guru is in need of wealth or anything else. Real offering is the act of surrendering the mind and the intellect. How can it be done? We cannot offer our minds as they are, but only the things to which our minds are attached. Today our minds are greatly attached to money and other worldly things. By placing such thoughts at the feet of the Lord, we are offering Him our heart. This is the principle behind giving charities.”

Quote by Mata Amritanandamayi

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Mata Amritanandamayi

Mata Amritanandamayi, born on September 27, 1953, is an Indian spiritual leader. She is known for her unique 'Amma hug,' which is believed to have healing and spiritual power, attracting thousands of followers worldwide. Amma is dedicated to social service, including educational and medical projects, and her organization conducts charitable activities globally. more

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“Children, when we go to the temple, do not hurry to have darshan, then make some offering and return home in a hurry. We should stand there patiently in silence for some time and try to visualize the beloved deity in our hearts. If possible, we should sit down and meditate. At each step, remember to do japa. Amma doesn't say that the offerings and worship are not necessary, but of all the offerings we make, what the Lord wants most is our hearts!”

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Author:Mata Amritanandamayi

“Children, we may go to the temple, reverently circumambulate the sanctum sanctorum and put our offering in the charity box, but on our way out if we kick the beggar at the door, where is our devotion? Compassion towards the poor is our duty to God. Mother is not saying that we should give money to every beggar that sits in front of a temple, but do not despise them. Pray for them as well. When we hate others, it is our own mind that becomes impure. Equality of vision is God.”

“Many priests and employees at temples work for pay. No one should judge religion on the basis of the shortcomings of such workers. We should frame suitable rules and regulations for preventing them from falling prey to material temptations. The true guiding spirits of religion are those who engage in selfless service while dedicating their entire lives to attaining the vision of God.”

“Isn't it human beings who impart vitality to the image in the temple? If no one sculpts the stone, it doesn't become an image. If no one installs it in the temple, it does not acquire any sanctity. If no worship is done, it does not acquire any power. Without human effort there cannot be any temples. What is wrong then in saying that we should view great masters as equal to God? Temples installed by such spiritual masters have a special energy of their own.”

Ifs Should Humans Doe Done Spiritual Energy Human Beings Views Effort Special Masters Equal Worship Stones Acquire Temples Spiritual Life Vitality Sanctity Impart Spiritual Masters

Author:Mata Amritanandamayi

“Renovating temples does not mean building great gate towers or receptacles for offerings. What we should focus on is the regular conduct of worship according to tradition, regular satsang, devotional singing, and so forth. Our devotion and faith give life to temples, not rituals and ceremonies. Children, we should remember this when we are involved in temple matters.”

“Remember to set apart at least one hour every day to do some service for others. While the food we eat nurtures our bodies, it is what we give in charity that nurtures our souls. If time is not available daily, reserve at least a few hours every week for some worthwhile act of charity.”

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Author:Mata Amritanandamayi

“We give physical exercise to the body, but neglect the heart. The exercise for the heart is uplifting the destitute and the suffering.”

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Author:Mata Amritanandamayi

“Children, we should simplify our life's needs and use the resulting savings for charity.”

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Author:Mata Amritanandamayi

“What the world needs are servants, not leaders. Everyone's wish is to become a leader....Let us become a real servant instead.”

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Author:Mata Amritanandamayi

“We should serve others without any expectations whatsoever. When others throw thorns at us, we should be able to throw flowers back at them.”

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Book:Eternal Wisdom: Upadeshamritam Volume 2

Source: Eternal Wisdom: Upadeshamritam Volume 2