Shahanshah Satguru consistently emphasized that one’s dignity diminishes through excessive, thoughtless chatter and self-degradation.
It is crucial to always uphold our dignity and carefully choose our words when we speak.
Excessive talking depletes our energy, when we should actually harness and use it wisely.
We should lead our lives by placing our faith in the will of Parmatma.
Deoonmal expressed his lifelong dedication to raising his children with care and attention. He had always prioritized their upbringing. Now that his children had grown and become self-reliant, they were well-established in their lives but appeared to have lost some respect and consideration for him. He confided in Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb, revealing that his children had become somewhat disrespectful, neglecting his counsel and advice. Deoonmal felt reliant on his children and sometimes found himself in a state of helplessness.
Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb inquired why Deoonmal had opted for dependence rather than embracing freedom in his life.
Saijan advised that if Deoonmal sought eternal freedom, he should commence selfless service to his Satguru, thus attaining true freedom in this lifetime. Alongside his seva, as he becomes increasingly aware of the beauty of his self-consciousness, he should devoutly engage in dhyan, simran, and jaap. In doing so, he would secure eternal freedom for the afterlife. Saijan added that sometimes individuals who enjoy freedom in their earthly lives become ensnared after their passing.
Saijan’s profound and heavenly words left a profound impression on Deoonmal, he humbly prostrated himself at Saijan’s sacred feet and vowed to wholeheartedly embrace Saijan’s powerful guidance.
The man began wholeheartedly serving his Satguru by overseeing the activities at the dham with unwavering devotion. His commitment to the seva was so intense that he disregarded personal comforts, neglecting even his own food and other needs. He conducted himself with utmost dedication, fully aware that his children did not acknowledge his efforts and failed to honor him. To uplift his own dignity, he chose to honorably serve at the Lotus feet of his Satguru.
As he embraced Saijan’s teachings and engaged in selfless service at the temple, the temple’s visitors began affectionately addressing him as “Baba.” In this manner, he gained popularity under the name “Baba,” earning the respect and admiration of people of all ages and backgrounds.
Sajandas shared with Saijan that Deoonmal had suggested that he, too, should heed the guidance of Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Sahib. Deoonmal encouraged Sajandas, emphasizing that, being young, he should avoid dependency on others in his life. Deoonmal advised Sajandas to initiate seva at the temple to make his life meaningful and attain genuine freedom.
Sajandas then asked Deoonmal why he believed it was essential to seek true freedom in his own life.
Deoonmal shared with Sajandas a valuable life lesson he had learned. He explained that, despite having made numerous efforts, both good and bad, for the betterment of his children and society, he found himself without support in his old age. His own children began to disrespect him, accusing him of speaking senselessly and demeaning him. In response to this, Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas advised Deoonmal to achieve true independence, emphasizing the importance of not relying on others. Deoonmal suggested that dedicating oneself to selfless seva at the temple was a path to actual freedom and genuine respect, both in this life and the hereafter.
Deoonmal explained to Sajandas that in the past, only his children would affectionately address him as “Baba.” However, now, everyone who visited the temple had also adopted the same endearing term for him. He shared that formerly, his own children would not heed his advice and had grown disobedient. Yet, at present, even individuals unrelated to him offered their assistance and called him “Baba.” He had transcended the role of a father to not just his own children but to many others, earning their genuine respect in the process.
Deoonmal advised Sajandas that, in addition to fulfilling his responsibilities towards his children and society, he should engage in seva at the temple. By doing so, he would gain respect from all and attain a life of independence.
