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Spirituality and Service

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Spirituality is not just a personal thing. It can have definite repercussions on society also. Spirituality is not only rituals, it is compassion also. It is a service to society; it is a deep love and concern for humanity's welfare.

Vivekananda, the disciple of the great Bengali Saint Ramakrishna Paramahamsa says beautifully, 'Aatmano mokhshaartham jagat hitaayache', 'Though we may attain enlightenment, to harness it for the service of humanity is true spirituality.'

Selfless service to society can encourage a person to reach the higher state of consciousness. Selfless service gives the needed strength and courage to