Noble Use of Money
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one accepts it or not.
You should give according to your own wishes. All these
are merely worldly interactions. It starts with pressure from
those who are out to collect donations. This is followed by the
ceremony of appreciation by garlands, speeches etc. Then the
person writes a big check.
Donations, however, should be made anonymously and
secretly. Do the Marvadis not give anonymously? Without
anyone knowing, they secretly deposit it near the Lord, and
reap vast harvests in their next life.
Social Interactions
Questioner: From a worldly perspective, what is the
significance of the donations you made in Hiraba’s name
(Dadashri’s wife)?
Dadashri: In the worldly perspective, it is considered a
good thing.
Questioner: We have to remain within the boundaries of
social dealings.
Dadashri: It is a social custom, but it also looks good.
However, I did not carry it out to look good. I did it because
it was Hiraba’s wish. I do not care whether it looks good or
bad. Nevertheless I still conduct myself in a manner that does
not look bad.
Questioner: We’re talking about you, but what about
us?
Dadashri: You have to do at least some of it. You do not
have to go out of your way, but you have to do a little.
Effect of Merit Karma Is Spent Here Only
Questioner: If the laws of karma are as you say they