12 Questions
When was Swami Shraddhanand born?
February 22, 1856
What was Swami Shraddhanand's original name?
Munshiram
Why did Swami Shraddhanand become an atheist?
After witnessing casteism in temples
What movement educated people about the true knowledge in the Vedas?
Arya Samaj movement
What event is December 23rd remembered as?
'Swami Shraddhanand Balidaan diwas'
What did Swami Shraddhanand's father do for a living?
Police officer
What influenced Munshiram to attend Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati's lectures voluntarily?
His father's persistent requests
What made Munshiram realize the harmful effect his disorderly life had on his family?
His wife's unwavering support during a difficult time
What prompted Munshiram to break the last bottle of alcohol in front of him?
The memory of Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati's discussions
Why did Munshiram decide to stop eating meat suddenly?
Influence from Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati's teachings in 'Satyarth Prakash'
What did Swamiji tell Munshiram when he expressed his inability to believe in God despite logical answers?
'Logic cannot make you believe, only God can.'
How did Munshiram react when presented with a large bill from the liquor shop?
He gave away his wife's bridal ornaments
Study Notes
Surabi's Aajoba's 91st Birthday
- Aajoba's birthday falls on December 23rd, which is also remembered as 'Swami Shraddhanand Balidaan Diwas' because of the assassination of Swami Shraddhanand on that day in 1926.
Swami Shraddhanand
- Swami Shraddhanand was born as Munshiram on February 22, 1856, in Jalandhar district.
- His father was a top-ranking police officer who worked for the British.
- Munshiram was initially a pampered child and later became a spoilt youth, indulging in drinking and gambling.
- After witnessing unjust practices like casteism in temples, he became an atheist.
- His life took a turn when he attended Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati's lectures, who was reforming the country through the Arya Samaj movement.
- Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati's lectures had a strong influence on Munshiram, who was impressed by his courage, skill, and strong personality.
- Munshiram had detailed discussions with Swamiji about God, but initially, he couldn't believe in God.
- Swamiji's words "Your faith in God will only come when the Lord himself makes you a believer" made Munshiram introspect and realize the harm his disorderly life had on his family.
- The turning point in Munshiram's life was when his wife patiently looked after him after a heavy drinking episode, and her dedication made him realize his inhumane behavior.
- He broke his last bottle of alcohol and never drank again, and also decided to stop eating meat after being influenced by Maharshi Dayanand's book 'Satyarth Prakash'.
- Munshiram later became Swami Shraddhanand, a great reformer, patriot, educationist, and Vedic scholar.
Join Surabi and her family in celebrating her grandfather's 91st birthday. Explore the conversations and emotions shared during this special occasion.
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