When some friends, well-wishers or relatives place a gift-article in our hands, we accept it gladly, though it does not please us, because our acceptance pleases them. When the gift pleases us, our reaction is hearty. We treasure it and are filled with it. Know that God too reacts the same way to what man offers Him. If the offering is tainted, He may accept it in order to satisfy the longing of the devotee. But when the offering pleases Him in its purity and sincerity, He welcomes it and His joy translates itself as abundant grace. So you must introspect, discover and decide on the offering that gives Him delight! Offer Him your love and virtues, with purity and sincerity to receive His blessings and Grace in abundance. Education is a process of culture. Plant healthy and potent seeds in the inner field of your heart, and reap a plentiful harvest of the valuable fruit - the virtues.

- Divine Discourse, Dec 05, 1985.