Guest guest Posted January 17, 2008 Report Share Posted January 17, 2008 SALUTE TO ALL MOTHERS “After all, a mother is a mother. Very loving and very compassionate towards her children. But if the children turn out untrusting, how can she then take care of them?†– Shree Sai Samartha Satcharita, Ch. 22, Ovi 72. Gandhiji became a Mahatma because of his pious mother Putlibai. She used to observe a strict vow wherein she would wait for the cooing of the cuckoo before taking her food. However, one day, she had to wait for a long time for the call of the cuckoo without taking food. Young Gandhiji could not bear to see her mother fasting for such a long time. Hence, he went out of the house and imitated the cooing of the cuckoo. Then he came inside and told, “Mother, now that the cuckoo has made its call, please take your food.†She at once recognized that her son was telling a lie. Unable to contain her grief, she slapped Gandhi and said, “What a sin Have I committed that such a liar should be born to me!†She was shedding tears as she spoke. Gandhiji repented and prayed for her forgiveness. He took a pledge that he would never utter a lie thenceforth. In this manner, our ancients developed virtues and attained exalted position only because of their mothers. Today, the country is facing hardship as people have no regard for truth and are indulging in falsehood in their thoughts, words and deeds. The welfare of a nation depends on the teaching that the mothers impart to their children. When parents tread the path of truth, children would naturally follow them. Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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