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Center of Faith
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Just as the sun throws its light on the entire earth
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Center of Faith
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Just as the sun throws its light on the entire earth but shines only on water, mirror, or refined metals, likewise, every nook and corner of the land of India is pure and sacred, but some places have been made even holier by saints and other great men through their deeds. These places are today a centre of faith for the masses.
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Devotees not only experience a feeling of extreme joy but also attain peace of mind by visiting these centres.
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At the centres of faith, the devotees try to get rid of their negative traits like Kaam (lust), Krodh (anger), Mad (pride), Moh (attachment), Lobh (greed) etc. and imbibe positive virtues like Tyaag (sacrifice), Tap (penance), Kshama (forgiveness), Daya (mercy), Shaurya (courage) etc. This, in fact is the ultimate goal of religion.
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In the Mahabharat, Lord Krishna speaks about 3 gunas (qualities), Sat, Raj, and Tam. These centres of faith are rich in Satvik qualities. Therefore, a normal human develops Satvik Gunas within himself and disposes off the Tamasik Gunas by visiting such places.
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The centres of faith also have a significant role in the continuity of India’s culture and its sequential development. How the elements of small tradition take the shape of great tradition becomes clear on reaching here.
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These centres of faith in India do not have a strong relationship with any sect or following. Therefore any form of discrimination by religion, caste, or gender is not witnessed here.
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The path of mutual love and brotherhood is what the faith centres show us. Here, the religious diversities are not an obstacle to mutual relationships. This is what Sai Baba tries to preach when he says, ‘Sabka maalik ek’ (One God for all).
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