It is only in the homes of educated and pious mothers that great men are born. And you have reduced your women to something like manufacturing machines; alas, for heaven's sake, is this the outcome of your education? The uplift of the women, the awakening of the masses must come first, and then only can any real good come about for the country, for India.
- Swami Vivekananda
The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda/Volume 6/Conversations and Dialogues/VIII
Swami Vivekanand's ideas were indeed noble. There is no doubting the sincerity of his ideas. But the fact remains that the actual implementation can be seen in Dayalbagh only, and not just his ideas, but also much loftier ideals have been achieved, and even more loftier ones are in the offing.
ReplyDeleteIn the world today, which is full of dishonesty and cynicism, Dayalbagh's achievements are magnificent. You go there, you can feel the sense of serenity, purposefulness and devotion.