Sant Seva: Selfless Service for Saints at Shri Raghav Gaudham
At the heart of Shri Raghav Gaudham lies the noble practice of Sant Seva — a form of selfless service dedicated to serving sadhus, saints, and wandering mendicants. This seva is not only a humanitarian act but also a deeply spiritual discipline, rooted in surrender, humility, and devotion. What Is Sant Seva? Seva means “service,” but in the Indian spiritual tradition, it transcends mere volunteering. According to Shri Raghav Gaudham: “Seva is a great equalizer. Through seva we learn to put our opinions and ideas aside as we learn to submit to others.” When we serve without ego or expectation, we humble ourselves and cultivate surrender — learning to let go of pride and arrogance. That is the true benefit of seva. How Does Sant Seva Work at Shri Raghav Gaudham Here are some of the key ways in which Shri Raghav Gaudham carries out Sant Seva: Annadan (Food Service): Every day, the ashram offers free meals to over 300 people. The food is prepared in the ashram bhojanalaya ...