Culture Quote by Dada J P Vaswani
“We must turn back to God. We have thrown God out of our homes, schools, colleges and universities and the vacuum so created has been filled in by the devil. Children have no reverence for their parents; students have no reverence for their teachers. Reverence, I believe, is at the root of the right type of life. So many young people come to me with their problems, I tell them, dont forget that you have this human birth only because of your parents, so please show some reverence to them. Only when irreverence changes to reverence, there will be hope for everyone.”
About This Quote
The speaker argues that society has displaced reverence for the divine and for authority figures, leading to moral decay; restoring reverence toward God, parents, and teachers is presented as essential for personal and communal hope.
In simple terms: Reverence for God and authority restores moral order.
Reverence is foundational for hope.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Family dynamics
- School environments
- Religious communities
- Counseling sessions
- Youth mentorship
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- Faith-based counseling
- Parent‑child relationship programs
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reverence influence personal responsibility?
- What alternatives exist to restore moral cohesion without religious framing?