Amma – Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, the Chancellor of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University. Amma, known to the the western world as ‘the Hugging Saint’, leads a life devoted to entire humanity, and is always accessible to people from all wallks of life. Amma's entire life is an incomparable example of the nature of selfless, unconditional love. Her spiritual charisma, innocence and charm are all unmistakably unique. From the villagers near Amritapuri to CEOs of multinational companies, seeks Amma’s message which are practical, uplifting and spiritual.
Amma says, when we study in a college striving to become a doctor, a lawyer or an engineer -- this is education for a living. Education for life requires understanding of the world; our minds, our emotions and ourselves. The real goal of education is not to create people who only understand the language of machines. The main purpose of education must be to import a culture of the hearts -- a culture based on spiritual values. Amma’s Life itself is Amma’s message. We derive inspiration and guidance from Amma who’s humanitarian work and spiritual wisdom attracts millions across the world. She is the recipient of the prestigious UN Gandhi-King Peace Award in 2002 at Geneva, for her contribution for world peace and non-violence. Having undergone or displayed rigorous spiritual discipline, she then embraced the entire world with love and compassion. Through Her extraordinary acts of love and self sacrifice, Amma has endeared Herself to millions. She devotes every moment of her life to alleviate the pain and suffering of the humanity. Amma says, "My sole mission is to love and serve one and all. Amma's only wish is that Her hands should always be on someone's shoulder, consoling
and caressing them and wiping their tears, even while breathing her last."
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This goal lies in the heart of all her institutions. The greatest miracle that takes place in her presence occurs in the hearts of those who come to her-the gentle, gradual awakening of love, compassion and selflessness, an awakening of one's own inherent divinity. Her embraces have brought solace and transformation to millions of people around the globe, helping them to lead a life of peace, tranquility and purpose. Through the example of her life of tireless service to humanity, Amma inspires her children to walk towards the goal of self-realization by serving the poor and the needy. Her actions has inspired many humanitarian activities all over the world, shedding light of hope to poor and deprived
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