The car pulled out of the airport terminal into the dense Mumbai traffic. I was now driving at snail’s pace with inches separating our vehicle from four vehicles on four sides. What could be more chafing for a driver? On top, my only passenger started to cough. With an air of annoyance I suggested, “Your health seems bad. You should take some rest now.”He replied, “Yes,” as I, through the rear-view mirror, saw him slightly nod in approval. Finally we reached the destination and my passenger patted my back and smiled graciously. His affection somehow pulled out my heart, but I didn’t know who he was. Being a newly appointed driver at Radha Gopinath temple, I hadn’t identified its spiritual head — Radhanath Swami.
I still regret for my impertinent suggestion on that drive, while I wonder how he could react the way he did. Even a trace of ego, if it were present in him, wouldn’t have let his stature remain inconspicuous to me: it would have pushed him to either retort in anger, or atleast hint me of his identity
–Daruk
Driver at Radha Gopinath Temple
53 replies on “The Mysterious Passenger”
I have seen him walking in the temple premises. Indeed he does not possess an air of superiority!!
thanks a billion prabhu for this.i really want to sincerley follow his instructions.
His very nature of being mysterious passenger is proven from his early life when he was only 18 years old. Who will dare to move through so much of struggle in the search of enlightenment!!!
Hare krishna,
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this event shows how personal and loving he is to every one
Hare krishna,
We have lot to learn from him, just need to sincerely follow his instruction.
Radhanath Swami is so unassuming! He really walks his talks. Read quotes form his lectures on “simplicity” on http://radhanathswamiquotes.com/
Radhanath Swami is so unassuming. He really walks his talks. Read quotes from his lectures on “simplicity” on http://radhanathswamiquotes.com/
The more fruit a tree bears, the more it bends. His humility is so awe inspiring. To read about his book please visit http://thejourneyhomebook.com
Imagine Radhanath Swami to be on the receiving end, from an annoyed driver of a temple thats come due to his hard work for decades!
This is a very powerful example.
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thank you for sharing
Thank you for sharing this event which shows his loving realtion with every one equl.
In Maharaj we see a leader who walks the talk
Thanks for sharing such a wonderful incident with HH Radhanath Swami, he is very humble person.
I am very touched by the degree of humility Radhanath Swami has and this is a very important lesson for me and also a secret key to success in spiritual life. All Glories to Radhanath Swami
thanks for sharing this maharaj is really humble.
we must follow in his footsteps.
Thanks for sharing
What an amazing insight and explanation. Thank you for sharing.
Haribol. Amazing story. Thank you
thank u for this wonderful pastime. Radhanath Maharaj proves this point that…real spiritualperson is one who is humble and free from false ego.
Even he was appreaciating to a driver.Very nice story.
How well Radhanath Swami deals with every individual is simply amazing.
Serves as an eye-opener to all of us who are ready to boast of our paltry achievements.We have a lot to learn from Maharaj.He is serving as a beacon light in the path of spirituality.
HH Radhanath Swami Maharaj takes care of all!!
Maharaj always practiced what he preachers. Hari bol
Radhanath swami never exposes himself to anyon e for anything. All glories to Radhanath Swami
Indeed after his autobiography , he is pure , humble personified Devotee of the lord
Radhanath Swami does not exhibit even a trace of pride at any point of time. He is so serene.
The rarest gem in this world is a humble leader, free from any trace of ego. Numerous would bear testimony to the fact that Radhanath Swami is one such invaluable jewel.
This shows that Radhanath Swami wants to show teach by his own example the real meaning of humility.
Radhanath Swami’s humility attracts, lakhs of people’s heart.
nice story
Radhanath Swami’s humility makes us realize as spiritual practitioners how far we have to travel on the path back to God.
A very touching story of His Holiness Radhanath Swami Maharaj
Very nice experince.
Thanks for sharing us.
Very nice
Thanks for sharing us.
Thank youo so much for this beautiful post
Thank You Very Much for sharing this Wonderful pastime.
All glories to Radhanath Swami
any normal person would have said the famous words “do you know who you are speaking to?” or “mind your own business”. Radhanath Swami naturally remains humble and showers love on everyone!
Radhanath Swami is really happy at heart serving the Lord & His devotees which is why he always wants to avoid so called prestige & recognition of this world. He has a very humble heart.
This is amazing. What a humility! All glories to His Holiness Radhanath Swami!
This is all the humble nature of HH Radhanath swami. Thank you for sharing this.
Thats our dear Guru MAHARAJ!
very inspiring!!
it is just amessing
Many thanks for sharing this incident with radhanath swami. It is heart touching to see the way Radhanath swami reacted
Great souls like Radhanath swami have no trace of ego or false pride.
That a humble saint could only do.