Recognising the Innumerable Sacrifices of a Mother - Mother’s Day Special
Mother! It is
one of the most beautiful words that we ever know. She is the first person a
newly-born baby comes into contact with. Right from bearing a child to
nourishing it in the womb, raising and protecting it from all troubles; she
does it all without any complaints, without any breaks, without any
expectations. And this process continues throughout her entire life.
A Mother is Definitely the Form of God
There are
verses in the holy Vedas where mothers have been highly-regarded. A verse from
the Atharva Veda describes a mother as the first teacher of her child, first
guru of her family and the first Goddess of her home. Likewise, the Rig Veda
honours mothers through its various hymns dedicated to them. The teachings and
values a mother instil in her child prepare him to deal with life’s challenges.
She is also responsible for her child’s spiritual and moral upbringing. A
mother is an institution to her child who weaves his life, inculcates values in
him, and is the source of unflinching support for him.
Gurumaa - My Guardian Angel
As a
daughter, I consider myself extremely fortunate to have Gurumaa as my mother.
The energy and values she passed on to me have shaped my life. Her personality
is imbued with great aura and divine love. She truly represents Shakti (the Divine Feminine Power). I
have learnt from her to be humble, caring, compassionate and thoughtful. She
has enlightened my life. Whatever success I have achieved today, I owe it to my
Gurumaa.
Mother’s Day - A Celebration of Mother
Power
Mother’s Day
is one such event dedicated to the struggles a mother undergoes to nurture her
child. With the journey of motherhood starts the journey of sleepless nights
and unending challenges. A woman starts making countless sacrifices in her
personal and professional lives as soon as she becomes a mother. Now, her
priority lies in shaping the life of her baby.
There have
been many magnificent women in the history of India who are respected as
inspiring mothers. Let’s know about these strong-willed mothers.
Mata Sita - Believed to be the incarnation of Goddess
Lakshmi, Devi Sita is among the finest examples of mothers who raised her twin
sons - Luv and Kush - all alone and ensured they received best education and
values, just like their father Bhagwan Ram.
Mata Devki - A mother can go to any extent to save the
life of her child. Maa Devki did the same after giving birth to her eighth
child Bhagwan Krishna. She willingly went through all sorts of terrible
suffering to save her newborn baby from her brother Kansa.
Mata Jijabai - The great land of India will always
remain indebted to Rajmata Jijabai for giving birth to great warrior Chatrapati
Shivaji Maharaj. As the advisor to her son, the fierce lady helped him make key
landmark decisions during his rule. She was the force behind Shivaji Maharaj’s
establishment of Hindavi Swaraj and uniting the Maratha clan that was in
disarray earlier.
Rani Lakshmibai - Despite all odds, the Queen of Jhansi
refused to budge from her stand and never surrendered before the Britishers. For
the glory and honour of her empire, she kept fighting till her last breath.
Strapping her son on her back while fighting the enemy, she showed unimaginable
valour.
Prominent Figures in Modern Time
In today’s
context, we see many personalities who have credited their achievements to
their mothers. PM Narendra Modi, former Indian President and noted scientist
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, ace cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, badminton champion PV
Sindhu, celebrated boxer Mary Kom - all these achievers have given the credit
of their success to their mothers.
Mother - the Epitome of Selflessness
The love and
care of a mother are unconditional. There is no way we can pay back to her.
Mother’s Day is one such day to recognise her hard work and sacrifices. Our
loving words, attention and well-being are all she wants in return. That’s all
about being a mother.
Happy Mother’s Day to All the Wonderful
Mothers!
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