In the days when Mahant Swami Maharaj was serving as the head of the BAPS Mandir in Mumbai, his daily routine was filled with countless responsibilities. As the Mahant, he cared for many sadhus and devotees, each with their own unique personalities and needs. Among them was one individual known for his difficult nature and strong dislike for a particular dish.
One day, during a meal with the sadhus, this very dish was mistakenly served to him. Unable to control his anger, the man not only complained but went so far as to hurl the food in frustration. The plate struck none other than Mahant Swami Maharaj, who had done nothing wrong. The room fell silent. Everyone froze in shock at the sight of such disrespect.
Yet, in that moment of tension, Swamishri revealed the depth of his saintliness. Without anger, without a single harsh word, he simply stood up. Calmly and quietly, he went to bathe, changed his clothes, and returned as though nothing had happened. When others rushed forward, eager to defend him and reprimand the man, Swamishri stopped them. Instead of demanding an apology, he himself apologised to the very person who had insulted him.
This was not weakness, but true strength. Mahant Swami Maharaj showed that real power does not lie in defending one’s pride, but in protecting peace. Where most would have reacted with ego, he responded with compassion. Where others would assert dominance, he bowed with love. His humility was not submission, but the highest form of spiritual victory.
That is the power of a true sant: not measured by how high he climbs, but by how low he is willing to bend out of love and understanding. He showed us that humility is not a sign of weakness but the strength to see the divine in everyone, even in the one who humiliates you.
To know more about Mahant Swami Maharaj: https://www.baps.org/About-BAPS/TheFounder%E2%80%93BhagwanSwaminarayan/TheSpiritualLineage-TheGuruParampara/Mahant-Swami-Maharaj.aspx
Mahant Swami Maharaj: An Introductory Film on the Spiritual Leader of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7s1OeBc3lHw&t=9s
BAPS Website: https://www.baps.org/
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