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Traits like going out of the way to do good to others is part of his legacy. His determination to stay focussed on whatever task he undertakes is admirable. His devotion to work, his commitment, industriousness, self-confidence and his 'Work is Worship' attitude are an example and inspiration to young people. Even at the age of 95, he is self-reliant and does things himself wherever he can.
Even though he has travelled widely in India and abroad and lived life in comfort, he has remained a simple, humble man. He abhors exhibitionism of any kind. He doesn't drink or smoke. He is very particular about time, follows Bhagwan Mahavir's advice to his disciples not to waste time ever. His punctuality is worth emulating. Thanks to his controlled, sensible lifestyle his mind and body function admirably even at 95. His sense of ethics and adherence to truth give him tremendous credibility. A remarkable aspect of his individuality is, even in adverse circumstances, when somebody has taken him for a ride or stabbed him in the back, he is able to take it in his stride and attribute the adversity to his own karma! And even regret that his adversary is unnecessarily attracting bad karma. It is difficult to find a man like Pratapbhai even among saints!
(Translated from Gujarati)
Dear God, Let me be free from anger, ego, attachment and greed
Let my eyes always see the glow of friendliness Let my face always have the smile of appreciation of goodness
Let my heart be filled with the nectar of compassion Let my heart always have the feeling of deference towards others
Contentment is the ultimate happiness
Insanity in individuals is something rare – but in groups, parties, nations and epochs it
is the rule. - Friedrich Nietzsche
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