II श्रीराम जय राम जय जय राम II

सेवक सेवा में रहै, सेवक कहिये सोय I
कहैं कबीर सेवा बिना, सेवक कभी न होय II

The idea of selfless service (Seva) is an important concept in several religions because God is perceived as having an interest in the well-being of others as well as oneself and hence serving other people is considered an essential devotional practise of indirectly serving God. Seva is the concept of service to God and humanity, without the expectation of return.
It is seen as the highest form of Dharma (righteousness). Seva has been said to provide Good Karma which facilitates the Soul to obtain Liberation from the unending cycle of death and rebirth. In modern times, Seva has been taken to volunteering for the greater good.

"Kabir says, we should be sincere and full of love towards the Seva we are performing. It should not feel stressful or like an obligation. The sense of responsibility and affection we have towards our own family & friends, that same feeling should be there for everyone we serve.
Having an internal prejudice or bias prevents us from evolving in Seva, be it against our fellow seekers or the people we are serving. Thus, keeping an impartial mind is essential. The way we speak and behave with others should reflect the goodness within.
Impulsively taking up a task that is too far beyond our potential, leads to discontentment and frustration. The Seva we opt for should match with our capabilities, so that we can perform it earnestly.
 Every Seva brings with itself certain notional powers and status. If we are not mindful, this can easily pollute our mind. One might develop arrogance or pride, which would defeat the purpose of Seva, that is, becoming selfless. Thus, cultivating a sense of humility is important for every seeker. And it should grow as we become more involved. Humility brings refinement in our personality and our way of communicating with others, while arrogance makes us rigid and stubborn, thus breeding vices like rudeness and anger.
Oftentimes while performing Seva, the task we get is meant to be completed as a team. This means working with people having varying opinions, mindset, age and cultural backgrounds. Thus, we should learn to expand our bandwidth so as to mentally accommodate such diversity. Letting go of trivial matters and small difference of opinions, resolving minor conflicts sensibly, having empathy while communicating, these attributes help build the endurance for a meaningful Seva.
Inculcating these essential characteristics can serve as stepping stones to Spiritual Elevation so that we can truly set us upon the path of selfless-returning."

II श्रीराम जय राम जय जय राम II

II श्रीसद्गुरूचरणार्पणमस्तु II