Bhopal, June 16: Renowned storyteller Devkinandan Thakur has raised concerns regarding the tradition of night weddings, the increasing trend of alcohol consumption during marriages, the management of temples, and the controversy surrounding donations to the Ram Temple.
In an interview with a news agency, Thakur stated that according to scriptures, time is divided among deities, ancestors, and demons, with nighttime considered the domain of demons. He urged Hindu society to avoid conducting weddings at night, asserting that a divine and ideal life cannot be envisioned through such practices.
He highlighted that ancient Indian tradition regarded the ‘Ghodhuli Bela’ (twilight) as the most auspicious time for weddings, with all major rituals and ceremonies traditionally performed during the day. He noted that during the Mughal invasions, when the safety and honor of daughters were at risk, people resorted to conducting weddings at night out of necessity, which eventually became a tradition.
Thakur emphasized that circumstances have changed, and there is no longer a threat, urging society to return to the sacred tradition of daytime weddings, free from noise and unnecessary display.
He also expressed concern over the consumption of alcohol at weddings, stating that marriage is one of the 16 important rituals in Hinduism. He described drinking on such a sacred occasion as highly inappropriate, warning of its negative impact not just on families but also on future generations. He believes that the more sacred weddings are kept, the healthier and more cultured society will become.
Regarding the Ram Temple donation controversy, Thakur referenced scriptures, stating that those who misuse temple funds will suffer for 60,000 years. He asserted that if people truly understood this, no one would dare to steal even a rupee from the temple.
Opposing government intervention in temple management, Thakur called for the establishment of a ‘Sanatan Board.’ He proposed that the board should be led by one of the four Shankaracharyas to ensure the proper direction of Sanatan Dharma and religious institutions.
Commenting on the judicial system, he noted that investigations and judicial processes are often prolonged, leading to delays in justice. He warned that a defendant might die of a heart attack before a verdict is reached, leaving Lord Ram waiting for justice.
Thakur insisted that those who have violated the dignity of Lord Ram should have their wealth reclaimed immediately, arguing that it is better to remove the guilty from their positions than to drag cases through the courts for years.
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