Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj: A Life Devoted to Mother and Motherland

Devotion towards mother and motherland

Janani Janmabhoomishcha Swargadapi Gariyasi This means mother and motherland are better than heaven, Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj has put this shloka into practice in his life.  Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj gave utmost respect to his mother Maa Bhagwati and his birthplace. Aarti of Maa Bhagwati is also performed in all the centers of Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat during daily aarti. He never violated his mother's order. Mother ordered Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj to stay in Mangarh every year on Holi. Following this order, wherever Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj lived, he would definitely reach Mangarh. And every year, Sadhna camps started being organized on the holy festival of Holi so that he could never disobey mother's order. Mangarh had immense affection towards the people of Mangarh. A small village in Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district suddenly got famous on the world map. Inspired by Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj, his followers built attractive temples and ashrams in various places in the country and abroad, but Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj did not forget his motherland. He decorated it and made it a unique center for the flow of water.

Ocean of Kindness and Mercy

His door was always open for the distressed, he was the embodiment of Tulsidas Ji's saying - Purva Taru Sam Sant Kripala. Par Hit Sansah Nit Vipati Visaala Par Dukh Dukh Sukh Sukh Dekhe Par. His heart used to get extremely sad on seeing the poor and the miserable. Any villager would come to him at any time, he would personally meet him and listen to his problems and help in every possible way. Whether it was illness or marriage of a daughter or any problem related to farming, the villagers considered him as their own and came and knocked on his door without hesitation. With a sweet smile, he would make them feel that I am your own. Forgetting his sorrow, he would go away laughing. He started many schemes for the help of the villagers and established a 'Poor Assistance Fund' so that they could be helped in future as well. He behaved with them according to the tradition of the village on festivals like Holi, Gudiya etc. He would sit with them and sing and play. He would distribute sweets, clothes etc. to them. Many times, on seeing a villager's torn blanket, he would bring his own expensive blanket and give it to him. Devotees would be humbled by his kindness. If there was a Brahma Bhojan, marriage etc. at the villagers' place, he would also go to their place and make all arrangements for them. If they fell ill, he would definitely visit them in the hospital. He established a completely free hospital for the free treatment of the villagers. He would take special care of all the labourers engaged in the construction work by Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat. He would go and stand near them and encourage them. Along with this, he would make them sing the Radhe Radhe Sankirtan and create new faith in them. They all would also work while singing the Radhe Govind Kirtan, every brick, every building would be filled with the echo of the name Radhe. The watchmen were also ordered to say Radhey instead of whistling at night. Everyone would keep watch throughout the night, moving around and saying Radhey Radhey. Even today they are serving in the same way. Be it a cleaning worker or a woman, they would go to everyone's house, eat the food prepared by them, and accept their hospitality.

Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj exemplified deep devotion and compassion towards both his mother and motherland, living by the ideals of selflessness and service. His respect for his mother, Maa Bhagwati, and his dedication to Mangarh reflects his profound connection to his roots. His boundless kindness extended beyond spiritual teachings as he cared for the people of his village, helping the needy with humility and grace. From organizing festivals and aiding in personal matters to establishing a free hospital and support funds, Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj’s life was a true embodiment of love, devotion, and service to humanity. His legacy continues to inspire and uplift countless lives.