Basic Definitions
What is the meaning of Pramukh Swami Maharaj's motto?
"In the joy of others lies our own"
How many letters did Pramukh Swami reply to in his lifetime?
700,000 letters
What natural disaster occurred in 2001 requiring major relief work?
Gujurat/Kutch earthquake (7.6 magnitude)
How many wells did he help construct in Saurashtra?
5,500
Definition of "selfless service"?
Seva
How many villages and cities did he visit?
17,000
How many people were fed daily in the Bhuj relief camp?
400,000 people
What did sadhus ask him to skip that night?
The sabha.
How many trees were planted through his efforts?
2 million
What did ancient people do as forms of seva?
Donated grains, dug wells, uplifted society.
How many homes did he visit?
250,000+ homes.
What specific food items did swamishri insist go into packets because villagers liked spice?
Two green chilies.
Despite being ill, how long did he speak for?
70 minutes.
What type of clinics did he inspire to reach underserved people?
Mobile clinics.
What is a humanitarian?
Someone who likes to help people and promotes human welfare.
How many people did he personally counsel?
What small hygiene item did he say to include in the relief boxes?
Nail clippers.
Why did he refuse to rest instead of attending sabha?
He didn't want devotees to come and see the guru sleeping.
Name one type of school he built?
Schools for boys and girls in India.
Name one famous humanitarian?
MLK, Mahatma Gandhi, or Bhagwan Swaminarayan
His genuine desire to help and uplift others.
What quality did he emphasize for the grains sent to the relief kitchens?
They must be cleaned and sifted for stones - the best quality.
What does this prasang show about swamishri?
His selflessness and love for devotees.
What major social effort did he inspire to help thousands quit addictions?
De-addiction drives