Happiness Lies In Tapa, Not Indulgence..

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Sagar Watch News/ The sixth day of the seven-day Shri Ram Katha at Rudraksh Dham, Sagar, resonated with deep spiritual messages as renowned storyteller Pujya Shri Prembhushan Ji Maharaj emphasised that only Sanatan Dharma inspires mankind towards tapa (austere discipline) in the true sense. 

Addressing devotees from the grand Katha Mandap, he said happiness lies in tapa, not indulgence, and the human birth is meant for self-realisation and devotion to God.

Explaining episodes of Lord Ram’s forest journey, Maharaj said faith bears fruit only when accompanied by complete surrender. “If there is confusion within, divine vision is impossible. 

Like Kevat and Shabari, one must remain steadfast in devotion,” he remarked, adding that material pleasures lose meaning as one advances on the path of bhajan and dharma.

He underlined that true religion is a life of purity, humility and compassion. Quoting Lord Ram, Maharaj said God dislikes deceit, hypocrisy and fault-finding. 

He cautioned against harming saints, devotees or any living being, stating that while God does not punish, nature never forgives one’s deeds. “Simplicity itself is supreme devotion,” he said, urging people of influence to lead by example through conduct, behaviour and lifestyle.

The minister said liberation from the ego is possible

Madhya Pradesh Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Prahlad Singh Patel attended the Katha, performed aarti of the Ramayan and addressed the gathering. 

He said the experiences gained from satsang become one’s true strength. “Whether through self-study or listening to discourses, satsang helps us rediscover inner peace,” he said, thanking former Home Minister and Khurai MLA Bhupendra Singh for creating Rudraksh Dham as a lasting spiritual centre.

Sharing his experiences as a Narmada Parikrama pilgrim, the minister spoke on different forms of ego—of power, knowledge, devotion and penance—and said liberation from ego is possible through surrender. He announced that a programme in Sagar would soon be organised on his book ‘Parikrama Kripa Saar’, based on his spiritual journeys.

Bhupendra Singh lauds ‘saintly politician’

Former Home Minister Bhupendra Singh described Prahlad Patel as a rare “saintly politician” and highlighted his spiritual discipline and contributions to public life. 

He said ‘Parikrama Kripa Saar’ is an important work of spiritual literature that teaches renunciation of “I and mine” for progress on the path of penance and devotion. He expressed confidence that devotees attending the Ram Katha would not return empty-handed from the feet of Lord Ram.

Special points and upcoming events

• Emphasis on tapa, surrender and dharmic living as the essence of Sanatan Dharma

• Strong message against ego, deceit and harming saints or devotees

• Appreciation of Rudraksh Dham as a permanent spiritual centre

• Announcement of a Sagar event on ‘Parikrama Kripa Saar’

According to media in-charge Tarkeshwar Mishra, the concluding Purnahuti Katha will be held on February 6 from 10 am to 1 pm, followed by a grand community feast. Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla will attend the closing ceremony along with other distinguished guests.

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