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The Spiritual Significance of Seva and Offering in Sanatana Dharma"

 

Namasthe and Greetings!

Welcome to the Blog " Voice of Chittan". 

Let's us start our today's blog with these profound introspective questions. 

What is the essence of Sanatana Dharma's perspective on ownership and donation?


What is the significance of offering to God and Guru?

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When we talk about donating or offering in the context of Sanatana Dharma, we must approach it with humility and gratitude. We acknowledge that whatever we have is a gift from God / Guru and the universe. Our act of donation becomes an expression of our recognition and appreciation for the abundance bestowed upon us.


However, it is crucial to emphasize that we cannot donate in the same way as God/Guru does. Only God has the power to truly give, as everything belongs to the Divine. Instead, we engage in seva, selfless service, which is an expression of our devotion and love for God/Guru.


Seva is an act of offering ourselves and our resources to serve others, including the Divine presence in all beings. It is an opportunity to manifest our connection to the divine and contribute to the well-being of the world. This selfless service should be performed without any expectation of personal gain or rewards. The intention behind seva is not to accumulate punyam or cleanse our negative karma, but to transcend our ego and serve with pure love and compassion.


When we offer donations to temples or to our Guru, it is an expression of our gratitude and reverence. We humbly offer what we can, recognizing that it is a symbolic gesture of our devotion and appreciation. It is not about seeking rewards or merits, but about deepening our spiritual connection and expressing our devotion in a tangible way.


In summary, according to the principles of Sanatana Dharma, we understand that we are not the true owners of anything in this world. Through seva and acts of donation, we express our gratitude to God and our Guru, acknowledging the abundance we have received. These acts are not for personal gain but for deepening our spiritual connection and serving the world with selfless love and compassion.


Comment your opinion below. 


With love

Swetha Vishnuchittan. 

Comments

  1. UnknownJuly 15, 2023 at 2:02 AM

    | Jai Gurudev | Great thoughts ji!
    Though intention behind seva can be to transcend our ego. Getting Punyam or cleansing our papa automatically happens which uplifts us

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