Premanand Maharaj
Premanand Maharaj: This question often arises in the minds of those who follow the path of religion and spirituality, is it appropriate to make a ‘bargain’ or ‘covet’ a wish from God for the fulfillment of any wish? Premanand Maharaj has given a very clear and inspirational message on this subject in one of his viral satsang videos. While explaining to the devotees the correct meaning and method of praying, he has told that our relationship with God should not be one of fear or greed, but of love and trust. According to Premanand Maharaj, it is not wrong to take a vow from God, but it is wrong to make it like a deal. Because a vow is not a deal, it is ‘gratitude’.
give up bargaining spirit
Premanand Maharaj Said that people often say, “O Lord! If this work of mine is done, I will offer you 11 laddus” or “I will offer a bell in the temple.” According to Premanand Maharaj, this is a kind of commercial thinking, where we ‘covet’ something to God for our selfishness. This feeling creates obstacles in the path of devotion. He clarified that if you want to offer food to God, then do it happily and willingly after the work is completed. This offering should express your pure love and gratitude towards God and not the ‘price’ of fulfilling any wish.
Not fear or greed, ‘love and trust’ is the basis
Our relationship with God should be like that of a parent and child, where there is selfless love and unwavering trust. If we consider God only as a fulfiller of our desires, it reduces the depth of our devotion. Explained the correct way to pray in times of distress. He said, when any crisis or calamity comes in life, the devotee should humbly say, “Lord, I am entangled in this, take me out. This prayer should be like that of a child, who knows that his parents will save him from every trouble. There should be no condition in this that only if you save, I will accept you.