In 1993, a nine year old reached a safe haven—the Lady Nothcote Hindu Orphanage. He was rescued from the perils of child labour by a compassionate monk, Bhagavan Das. The boy had lost his father, while his mother struggled to make ends meet in a remote Maharashtrian village….. I was that boy.
We kids were like small seeds buried in the dry sands of a cruel world. That orphanage groomed us into what we are now—beautiful blossoms that beautify that same world. And our chief gardener was Radhanath Swami.
An incident from those formative years I vividly remember. Every year, we kids at the orphanage were allowed to accompany Radhanath Swami and his congregation on their pilgrimage. One year, spontaneously my thoughts floated to my mother in the village. How I wished she too could join us. My little brain thought little of the financial requirements of a pilgrimage, and I walked straight to Radhanath Swami. “Can my mother join us too?” I spoke to him in Hindi. He nodded with a smile. Again, I had witnessed the affection of the heart transcended all language barriers between us.
Yes, that year my mother joined me on that pilgrimage.
Later, our caretaker monk disclosed to me what had transpired behind my back. Radhanath Swami had called for a meeting of the pilgrimage organizers just to arrange for the finances and every other need of my mother’s pilgrimage. Towards the end he had told a manager, “You should take care of Jyandev’s mother as if she were Mr. Hrishikesh Mafatlal’s mother.” Mr. Mafatlal is a well known Indian Industrialist.
–Jyandev
154 replies on “Radhanath Swami, Our Gardner”
Such a sweet interactction between a great leader and a little orphan! Every act of Radhanath Swami’s is so inspiring!
Wonderful prabhu, thank you so much for sharing this. very very touching to the heart. Maharaj’s love for every one is so perfect and complete because of his being a genuine representative of the parampara (and Krishna).
this brings tears to my eyes. what a heart warming story! thank you for sharing it!
This is extremely heart touching. This shows practically how a sage sees everyone with an equal vision. Thank you very much for sharing this anecdote.
thanks you godzillian times.i like this incident ,again no word to describe.
Very inspiring article. Radhanath Swami is a great gardener giving equal attention to all plants (souls) regardless of whether the plants (souls) are big or small.
Jyandev P thankyou for sharing this perfection of all Gyan exibhited by Radhanath swami
Every action, every word, every gesture, every thought of Maharaj is so deep, profound and full of meaning!!
thank you
This is very special indeed. It touched my heart.
HH Radhanath Swami shows unity in diversity in his very acts of compassion towards everybody because what he looks is at the soul of the individual and not at the externals…
a true saint sees no difference between a rich person and one not so rich
Heart Touching. Incredible love and compassion shown by Maharaj.
Radhanath Swami is a perfect leader……
This has really touched my heart deeply…He is a perfect gardener indeed
how touchy this incident is Radhanath Swami is real protector of Poor.
Such deeo affection can be showered by only a Spiritual Father like Radhanath Swami.
Radhanath Swami is so kind and caring. So sensitive and affectionate.
One more testimony for the compassion and caring nature of Radhanath Swami Maharaj.
Thanks for sharing…
His compassion and equal treatment is soooo inspiring!
Radhanath Swami’s garden is blooming with beautiful fragrant flowers. Each flower has an intimate account to tell of how the gardener nourished them. keep the nectar flowing..
the incident shows how the heart of Radhanath Swami Maharaj is so soft and does not discriminate between poor and rich. It also shows how he is going totally out of way for the request of one small boy.
This dealing of Radhanath Swami with an orpan inspires a wonder character within everyone and show a ideal behavior of a great spiritual leader
Maharaj shows equality in dealings with all. What a quality to learn.. thanks for sharing.. JAI!!!
What a heart touching pastime!
Radhanath Swami is the most loving gardener who is nourishing so many souls of this world to blossom into beautiful flowers, to offer them at lotus feet of Lord Krishna.
So touching. Swamiji is really a great wonder , he loves each and every one from the heart.
that’ nice
thanks for sharing
Wow Radhanath Swami although a renunciate, but still have so deep feeling for everyone. Amazing
This is genuine loving heart of Radhanath Swami
He is really perfect Gardner
Thank you for Sharing
Thats a sanyasi heart for you .
A true symbol of humility & compassionate nature.
How awesome would it be if we all could cultivate even 1% of that from Maharaj
HH Radhanath Maharaj ki Jay
What a shelter Radhanath Swami has provided all of us. Thank you Radhanath Swami.
This incident shows Maharajah’s compassion and love for all living entity. Since he himself is perfected soul, he does not discriminate on any material platform.
Amazing, I lack words to express my thanks to Maharaj
Thank you very much sharing for your wonderful experience. H.H.Radhanath Swami is a loving father
in this article it shows that Radhanath Swami is treats everyone equal whether rich or poor or even an orphan. Radhanath swami shows his love and affection for everyone
Many are blossoming in the garden of Radhnath Swami. This is one of the many touchung incident. Thank you
No words to express my feelings. Thank you for sharing.
Short of words to appreciate Radhanath Swami’s gesture!! 🙂
This is a very touching story. Radhanath Swami is such a compassionate soul.
Really heart touching act. Thank you for showing us the way Maharaj.
This is the wonderful quality of a great leader. He cares for an orphan as much as for a rich industrialist. This is true selflessness!
This is a touching story. Radhanath Swami fulfills the boys wish.
wonderful ..thanks for sharing
What a great fortune ! directly in association of Radhanath Swami! A genuine spiritual leader and a saint.Thanks for sharing this nice experience.
Maharaj’s compassion has no end.
Very touching incident that talks loudly about Radhanath Swamis compassionate nature .Thank you for shairing this touching incident .
Very touching story – Thank you so much Prabhuji for sharing this most compassionate realization with Maharaj.
Indeed maharaj touches everyone’s life by his mere gestures