Toronto Canada): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat addressed the program 'Hindu Vishwa Bandhu – Embrace the World with Friendship' organized in Toronto, Canada. During this, he expressed his views on Indian philosophy, 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and the comprehensiveness of Hindu thought. He said that Hindu thought is not limited to any one language, method of worship or limited scope. Its spirit is to accept and respect all kinds of diversity.
The feeling of 'the whole earth is one family' is necessary
Addressing the migrants and the people present at the event, Mohan Bhagwat mentioned the concept of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'. He said that open-minded and knowledgeable people readily accept the idea that the entire earth is one family.
He said that at the physical level humans may appear different in body, size, language and appearance, but from the spiritual point of view all are one. Serving others on the basis of this feeling is the ultimate duty of man.
According to the Sangh chief, India has acquired this understanding through centuries of experience and this perspective forms the basis of lasting happiness and inner satisfaction.
'Hindu' is not limited to any one method of worship
Mohan Bhagwat also talked about the philosophical and broader meaning of the word 'Hindu'. He said that the word Hindu cannot be limited by linking it to any one language, custom, method of worship or lifestyle.
According to him, various types of diversity present in the society are a natural part of human life. Hindu philosophy respects these diversities and accommodates them in its broader thought.
'India has always been a land of refuge'
Referring to the historical role of India, the RSS chief said that when people faced atrocities or oppression in different parts of the world, the land of India provided them safe shelter.
He said that in India, people of different communities and traditions got a place to live and led their lives with their cultural specialties.
'Those who came as attackers are also Indian citizens today'
Referring to the history of India, Mohan Bhagwat said that many people came to India centuries ago as invaders from outside, but with time they also became a part of the Indian society. He said that today such people are living in the country with their cultural specialties and are Indian citizens.
He also said that Muslim, Christian and Jewish communities in India are living with dignity as minorities. According to him, the comprehensiveness of Indian thought is reflected in the spirit of acceptance of different communities and their specificities.
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