Brahmaswarup P.P.Yogiji Maharaj ultimately inspired Saheb and eight others to become 'sadhus' but in a way much different from what was done before. Brahmaswarup P.P.Yogiji Maharaj wanted these sadhus, known as 'Vratdhari Sadhaks', to be different in that they were not to don the saffron robe. They were to practice renunciation from 'within' and were to remain in plain clothes. This was unprecedented in the history of the Swaminarayan movement.
Brahmaswarup P.P.Yogiji Maharaj showered his utmost blessings on Saheb when he publicly told him that 'I shall fulfill every resolution made by you and if I do not then it will be my loss, and any resolution that you do not make will be your loss'. Brahmaswarup P.P.Yogiji Maharaj proceeded to bless Saheb to lead others to spiritual realisation.
Without the saffron robe, Guruvarya P.P.Saheb went unrecognized. However, his spiritual height could not be hidden and his simplicity, humility and child like innocence have drawn thousands to him. Within the span of 40 years thousands of seekers worldwide have been touched by his compassion and grace and in turn have devoted themselves to living according to his teaching.
Guruvarya P.P.Saheb's teaching has incorporated science within spirituality and has shown its relevance to the modern era. In the past 30 years he has inspired and carried out tremendous work in the fields of education, health and social welfare. Guruvarya Saheb has taught that 'To Serve Humanity Is To Serve God' and this simple truth has been given life by all of the sadhaks of Anoopam Mission through their extensive charitable works.
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