214 Pratikraman
is in excess ; pride which is contemptuous towards others . But , otherwise , there is no problem with the approach of , ‘ I want to do something good for others .’
Questioner : When I analyze it , I feel I have a deepseated desire for respect and a good image of myself . It is not to take advantage of others but to do good for others . ( 202 )
Dadashri : This pride that you are talking about is what has brought you here ( to the Gnani Purush ). If you did not have such pride within you , you would be somewhere else right now .
Questioner : Because , where a temple of Simandhar Swami is concerned , I feel that I want to compete for it .
Dadashri : You will not find that kind of talk in this world anywhere . That is the greatest thing .
What is considered pride ? If I tell you something that is likely to hurt someone and the same is then in our conduct , that is considered pride .
But this temple part will make people very happy . For the one who gets up in the morning and has bhaav ( love ) towards the Lord ( Simandhar Swami ), Dada has complete bhaav for him . Therefore , this is a very good thing . This kind of thing does not occur . Then whether the temple gets built or not , it is of no consequence . But it is a very good thing to have such an elevated bhaav . Do you understand everything ?
Questioner : Yes . That bhaavna ( desire , intent in discharge ) is constantly there that , ‘ I want to do something … I want to do something .’ And no matter how much I do , I feel that I have not accomplished anything .
Dadashri : Yes , You will feel that way . It is as if your hunger is never satisfied ! That is a great thing . Only one who has brought forth great merit karma ( very punyashadi ), this person attains such a desire !