[GHHF] Bala Samskar Students learned about Sadasiva Golwalkar’s patriotism and his tireless efforts to bring unity among Hindus.
Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to teach about Sri Sadasiva Golwalkar, his patriotism, his commitment to fostering unity among Hindus, and his contributions to the RSS. During the era when India was shackled by colonial rule, Madhavrao Sadashivrao Golwalkar was a great soul who yearned for the Hindu society to realize its self-respect and become organized. He was born on February 19, 1906, in Ramtek village, Maharashtra. An exceptionally brilliant student from childhood, he was a great scholar who read thousands of books during his lifetime. After completing his M.Sc. at Kashi Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi, he served as a professor there. During that time, he supported poor and needy students in every possible way. Moved by his dedication and love, the students affectionately called him "Guruji." That name remained an honorable title throughout his life.
Initially, Guruji intended to go to the Himalayas for solitary meditation. However, the distressed state of the nation moved his heart. He decided, "I wanted to go in search of solitude, but let solitude come in search of me," and dedicated his life to the service of the nation. Through his introduction to RSS founder Dr. Hedgewar, he became deeply involved in the organization's work. Following Dr. Hedgewar's death in 1940, at the young age of just 34, he took over the responsibilities as the second Sar-Sanghchalak. For the next 33 years, he traveled tirelessly across the length and breadth of the country nearly 66 times. In Indian history, there is perhaps no one else who has traveled the nation as extensively as he did.
In 1948, following the assassination of Gandhi, the government banned the RSS despite it having no connection to the event. During that critical time, Guruji stood with immense courage and guided the Swayamsevaks. After the ban was lifted, the public welcomed his tours with great enthusiasm. Guruji did not limit himself to just one organization. To bring all Hindus worldwide onto a single platform, he sowed the seeds for the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) in 1964. In an unprecedented move, he brought together Swamijis and heads of various religious seats (Peethadhipatis) onto one stage and led them to pass a resolution stating, "All Hindus are equal... no Hindu is untouchable."
His book 'Bunch of Thoughts' (Vichara Dhara) remains a guiding light for patriots today. He proclaimed, "We have no objection to anyone calling God by any name... but we must be Hindus in every atom of our being." Disregarding even his own ill health, this great sage worked rigorously for the country until he passed away on June 5, 1973. Though he is no longer physically present, the flame of patriotism he ignited continues to glow in the hearts of millions of youths.
Teacher Tasks
Discussion After the Story:
● How many times did Guruji tour the country during his lifetime? (Approximately 66 times.)
● How did he get the name "Guruji"? (While teaching at Kashi University, he helped poor students, and they called him so out of love.)
● What was the important resolution made by the religious heads on the VHP platform? (That all Hindus are equal and there is no such thing as untouchability.)
● What are the names of the famous books written by Guruji? (Bunch of Thoughts, We or Our Nationhood Defined.)
Creative Expression:
● Imagine: Ask the children: "If you lived during Guruji's time and met him, what work would you promise to do for the country?"
● Life Principle: Make the children say: "If the determination is as strong as steel, anything can be achieved."
Practical Action (Implementation):
Continuous Effort: Guruji read thousands of books. Children should also develop the habit of reading a good moral story or the biography of a great person every day along with their textbooks.
Unity (Equality): Everyone in the classroom or center should be treated equally. No one should be belittled.
Service: Follow Guruji’s ideals by helping poor students in their surroundings with studies or resources.
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