Appreciations for the Divine Inspiration

Pramukh Swami Maharaj is respected and adored by countless people throughout the world. From the United Nations to the smallest tribal villages of Gujarat, Pramukh Swami Maharaj has been showered with praises and respect. The true reason behind his fame is his pure, divine spirituality, character and selfless service to society.

Countless world, spiritual and community leaders have expressed their admiration for Pramukh Swami Maharaj.

Here are some of the opinions from dignitaries:

People around the world are starting to realize that power and material objects do not yield peace. They are turning to spirituality and religion to fill a void in their lives. Religion and spirituality is the key. Your swamis are setting an example of content, co-existence and selfless service. There is an ideal for all of mankind. His name is Pramukh Swami Maharaj.

- The Dalai Lama

Pramukh Swami Maharaj is always considerate, simple and humble. He leads a multinational organization, yet is always relaxed. He is as light as a flower. He is able to do so because he has surrendered himself to Bhagwan Swaminarayan. He continues to serve society with the aim to please God. He thinks nothing of himself. He is just a means. God works through him.

- Pujya Shri Chidananand Swami,

Divya Jivan Sangh, Rishikesh

Spiritual progress and liberation can only be attained in the company of a God-realized sadhu. Pramukh Swami Maharaj is a God-realized sadhu. His presence rids people of their materialistic desires.

- Pujya Swami Chinmayanandji,

the late founder of Chinmaya Mission

Buddha, Mahavir, Rama, Krishna, Kabir, Nanak and other sadhus and avatars have enriched and enhanced Indian culture. We are all waiting for someone else to come along and lead Indian Culture. By God’s grace we have attained such a person. His name is Pramukh Swami Maharaj. If we want to unite India, it will be possible under the leadership of Pramukh Swami. He is not the leader of the Swaminarayan Sampradaya only; he is the leader of Hindu Dharma. Not only Hindu Dharma, but he is the leader of Indian society.

- Jain Acharya Muni Sushilkumarji,

the late founder of World Fellowship of Religions

Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s life is an extraordinary example of love and harmony. If the entire nation were to take a cue from him and live by those standards, it would solve all of our problems. He has sacrificed in the true sense.

- Acharya Mahapragyaji,

the late Jain Acharya, Terapanth

Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s life is an example of spiritual beauty. That beauty shines throughout India and the world as he continues to guide mankind on the path to spirituality. He loves unconditionally and forgives. Revenge and vengeance are never to be seen in his life. This is illustrated in his credo: In the joy of others lies our own…

- Dr Rowan Williams,

104th Archbishop of Canterbury

Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s humility and selfless love have touched my heart.

- HRH Prince Charles

The Prince of Wales

When I look into his eyes, they are filled with integrity. I saw in his eyes that he is a man who has not come ahead by eclipsing others. He has come forward by always placing others before him.

- President Bill Clinton,

former President, United States of America

I feel a very strong and divine aura in his presence. I feel at peace in his presence. I forget about all my worries and difficulties. He truly loves people unconditionally. That is why he is able to counsel and take part in their difficulties and problems. Their problems become his problems. I can see it in him.

- Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam,

former President of India

I had the fortune to meet Pramukh Swami Maharaj ten years ago. I was impressed then and I am impressed now. I experience spirituality like never before. It is unique. Bhagwan Swaminarayan’s spirit of social reform is living through Pramukh Swami Maharaj.

- Tony Blair,

former Prime Minister, United Kingdom

The BAPS Swaminarayan Complex (Toronto) stands as a testament to Canada and India’s proud tradition of pluralism. I’d also like to commend this organization for the role you’ve played over the years in fostering peaceful coexistence among all communities through heightened understanding and co-operation, while preserving heritage and faith.

- Stephen Harper,

Prime Minister of Canada

Despite being the President of BAPS, I have seen Pramukh Swami Maharaj perform menial seva in Sarangpur. ‘I am the President of this organization. I cannot perform such ordinary tasks.’ This kind of pride doesn’t exist even in the deepest corner of his mind. He doesn’t have the slightest trace of ego. He sees God in all.

- Justice B.J. Divan,

the late Chief Justice, Gujarat High Court

Pramukh Swami Maharaj is a great spiritual leader. I have met him quite a few times and each time I experience peace. Very few people’s presence gives you that feeling. It is a feeling of spiritual elevation. Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s presence has a mesmerizing effect. What surprises me the most is his ability to motivate and inspire so many people. It is always a pleasure and fortune to have his darshan.

- Dr R. Chidambaram,

former Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission of India

Emergence of Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in New Delhi signals the beginning of resurgence of India’s great Vedic culture.

- Dr Vijay Bhatkar,

Architect of Param Supercomputer project, and Padma Shri recipient

Along with his spiritual activities, Pramukh Swami Maharaj has contributed a lot to society through his social initiatives. His work is immeasurable. I bow my head in reverence to his contributions to society and mankind.

- Ramakrishna Bajaj,

the late founder of Bajaj Group of Industries

Oh! What a humble man. What a divine man! I’ve yet to see such people in abundance. One of the very rare souls that our country has. I have not travelled far and wide, I have gone to some countries, but he is one of the most impressive men I have met in my life; very dedicated, spiritually very high, at the same time wonderful organizing capacity. Pramukh Swami is so silent, at the same time making so many people so active.

-H.H. Atmanand Swami,

the late Head of the Ramakrishna Mission, Raipur