Swami says in SAI Smaran [written by Dr.D.J. Gadhia, Sai Charan Dasanu Das] :
'What is the use of high academic qualifications and doctorate degrees if one does not give up wicked traits like jealousy and carrying tales against others? I really detest such behaviour. i do not attach much importance to the work. What is importance to me are your qualities. Wherever you may-in the forest or in the sky, in towns, or in the villages, you must develop noble qualities. Jealousy in fact is living death! Added to this if you have another bad quality, carrying tales-you are bound to suffer. Why do you criticise others? Instead you criticise your own bad qualities. Remove your ill-feelings and bad thoughts. You should not attribute bad quality to others and spread such slander. Inspite of my repeated advice, there is no transformation in many people. I am disgusted with their behaviour. What is the use of establishing such organisation? You have Sathya Sai Seva Samithis, undertaking social services and conducting study circles. But no purpose is served if such service is not backed by Love in your heart. Instead people are developing hatred against one another. Such people deserve exemplary punishment, for others are also getting spoilt on account of such wicked people. I am prepared to give you anything, even my life provided you get rid of your evil qualities. When you take the name of Sathya Sai, how nobly should the organisation function! How much respect should you command in society? Therefore, atleast from today, develop the qualities of Love, Truth and Morality. It is not proper to undertake demonic activities in the name of a Divine Organisation. Love is God ! Live in Love!
