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and leads the person to good deeds. And when good character
is combined with good deeds, one naturally gets blessed by God.
This fundamental character is inherent in all of us. Many saints
are trying to mould to this fundamental character just like
sculptors. Under their guidance, the task of awakening the
essential character of people is being carried out. This will enable
mankind to pulsate with goodness. I am sure that this might be
the result of good deeds of previous births. The good deeds
didn’t bring the earthquake, but they led us to such saints who
helped us to surpass the thorniest phase of our lives by holding
our hands. We all wish that they stand by us. They are giving a
new shape to the lives of people; they are giving a new strength
to society. How wonderful it is, to do something for the poor
and needy irrespective of the distinctions of caste and class.
These saints have assimilated all the ancient knowledge as well
as accepted modern views and that is why they have the
potential to bring about this change in the society.