Holy Mother Sarada Devi
Bhakti / Ramakrishna Movement
"Embodiment of compassion and spiritual strength"
परिचय
Sarada Devi (1853–1920), revered as the Holy Mother, was the spiritual consort of Sri Ramakrishna and a guiding force for the Ramakrishna Order. She emphasized purity, service, and motherly compassion.
जीवन का उद्देश्य
1853
Birth
Born in Jayrambati, Bengal
1872
Marriage
Married to Sri Ramakrishna (traditional account)
1886
Guidance
Supported and guided disciples after Ramakrishna’s passing
1910s
Inspired Order
Became a spiritual center for the Ramakrishna Order
1920
Mahasamadhi
Passed away in Kolkata
मूल शिक्षाएं
- Purity of mind and heart is the foundation of spiritual life
- Serve others with a mother’s compassion
- Faith, patience, and sincerity bring inner strength
- Spiritual life is possible for householders too
अनुसरण कैसे करें / अभ्यास
- Daily prayer and japa
- Simple living and self-discipline
- Service (seva) with humility
- Satsang and remembrance of the Divine
प्रसिद्ध रचनाएं/भाषण
Sayings and teachings preserved in biographies and disciples’ notes
आधुनिक जीवन में प्रासंगिकता
Her approach is ideal for modern family life: calm discipline, compassion, and practical spirituality without conflict.
She offers a model of emotional resilience and kindness under pressure.
प्रेरक उद्धरण
"If you want peace of mind, do not find fault with others."
"I am the mother of the wicked, as I am the mother of the virtuous."
संबंधित स्थान
आश्रम/मठ
Udbodhan House
Kolkata, West Bengal
जन्मस्थान
Jayrambati
Jayrambati, West Bengal
भ्रमण स्थल
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Kolkata, West Bengal
त्योहार/स्मरण दिवस
जयन्ती/जन्म दिवस: Pausha Krishna Ashtami (approx.)