Seva is the highest form
of worship
The four Purusharthas (life- goals)--Dharma,
Artha, Kama and Moksha have been laid down to teach man that he should earn
Artha (wealth) through Dharma (right means) and direct Kama (desire) towards
Moksha (release from bondage). But man ignores Dharma and Moksha and struggles
to direct Kama towards Artha. His sense of values has become topsy turvy; for
example, he is delighted when the sun rises and happy when it sets, for he can
work during day and rest at night. He does not realize that the sun is, with
each passing day, shortening the time allotted to him for earthly existence. He
does not remind himself that the earth is but a caravanserai and that he has to
leave behind all that he claims to possess.
The wise ones use money, strength, intelligence,
skills, aptitudes and opportunities for helping others and making their lives
happier. Thus, they win Divine Grace, for Seva is the highest form of worship.
There are millions who are hungry, desperate and miserable. I am directing you
to limit the intake of food to actual need, so that you can share it with the
poor. Do not waste food. Do not fritter away money for harmful purposes; use it
for helping others. Do not waste time and energy; allow others to benefit by
your skills.
Bhagawan
Sri Sathya Sai Baba
Prashanthi Nilayam, 21 -
11 - 1985
Sri Sathya Speaks - Vol 18
