THOUGHT FOR THE DAY as written at Prasanthi Nilayam Today
When Krishna was placed in the weighing scale, Rukmini brought one Tulasi
leaf and said, "One may offer a leaf, a flower, fruit, or even just water to
God. I offer this Tulasi leaf to You. If it is true that you rescue the person
devoted to You, I pray, let this leaf of Tulasi balance Your weight." The
sanctity of sacred thoughts and acts are not understood by many. Rukmini's
offering was filled with devout feeling, so it equaled the weight of Lord
Krishna, who is the very Lord of the Universe. Rukmini accomplished this feat
through her selfless devotion. What is the significance in the offering of a
leaf? Body (deha) is a leaf (patram) with three attributes of Satva, Rajas and
Tamas. Heart (Hrudaya) is a flower (pushpam). The flower of the heart is pure
and sacred. From this flower comes the fruit, mind with its sweet juice. You
must offer this to God. (Divine Discourse, "My Dear Students", Vol 3, Ch 3,
June 30, 1996)
BABA
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