मुझे गर्व है
By शिक्षक रेवलमठा भाटी
Summary
The document is a tribute to Acharya Shri Mahashraman, formerly known as Mohanlal, written by his former school teacher, Shri Revatmal Bhati. The narrative begins with the teacher's recollection of the day young Mohan, a student in the sixth grade at Shri Rajendra Vidyalaya, left his half-yearly examination to become a monk. The headmaster, unable to accept his absence, went to his home and learned from his mother that he had gone to the monks' residence. There, the teacher pleaded with Muni Sumermalji to return the promising student, but the Muni explained that he was guiding Mohan toward a higher life purpose. The teacher fondly remembers Mohan's student days, recalling his sharp intellect and remarkable memory. In the third grade, when the teacher was testing students, the class declared that Mohan knew all his books by heart, a feat reminiscent of Swami Vivekananda. Mohan consistently scored above 80% in exams and was made class monitor. He showed great compassion, once offering to stand in place of students being punished for not doing homework and promising to help them complete it. He also mediated a fight between two boys, reconciling them. Mohan, who became Muni Mudit, gained the constant guidance of Acharya Tulsi and Acharya Mahapragya, rising to become Mahashraman and then Yuvacharya. He later visited his old school, sharing memories with the students. The teacher also recounts a final meeting with Acharya Mahapragya, who acknowledged him as an old worker. After Acharya Mahapragya's death, Acharya Mahashraman visited the teacher's home three times. On 26 October, Acharya Mahashraman honored the teacher with the Anuvrat Sebi award, which had been approved by the Anuvrat Mahasamiti on 31 July 2011. The teacher concludes by praising Mahashraman's natural virtues of sharp intellect, truth, love, cooperation, compassion, and strong will, which were evident
Conclusion
The document illustrates the profound and lasting impact of a dedicated teacher on a student destined for spiritual greatness. It underscores how early education, combined with innate qualities like sharp intellect, truthfulness, and compassion, can shape a future leader. The narrative confirms that the foundational values instilled at Shri Rajendra Vidyalaya, including discipline and a strong work ethic, directly contributed to Mohanlal's transformation into the revered Yuvacharya Mahashraman. This account serves as a powerful testament to the enduring influence of a teacher's guidance and the potential for a humble student to achieve extraordinary spiritual eminence, ultimately benefiting society through a global message of peace and non-violence.