Dadi Prakashmani

Administrative Head of The Brahma Kumaris worldwide

Dadi Prakashmani is one of the original students of the University from 1936 and became the Administrative Head in 1969. Her name means, "jewel of light" and her demeanour captures the essence of spirituality. She gives and allows others to give. Her gentleness softens any barriers standing in the way of others' personal growth and takes them closer to God. She is renowned for her lightness, generosity and depth of understanding.

In recognition of her long spiritual service, she was appointed one of the Presidents of the Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago in 1933. As a distinguished speaker of international repute, Dadi Prakashmani shares platforms with prime ministers, kings and holy men, entrancing intellectuals and empowering the innocent.

She travels regularly each year throughout the world. Her accolades include the UN Peace Medal, The Dharma Chakra Medal for Humanitarian Work, and honorary doctorate from Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, India, and many civic honours from cities around the world.

 

"If there isn't love or truth within my actions, they cannot be called elevated actions. Feelings of love and mercy increase the value of my actions. My actions should be elevated, not ordinary. I can't conquer negative actions through ordinary actions. If my actions are only ordinary, at some point they may become negative. Actions should be divine. A wise soul is one who turns towards the Sun of Knowledge, light and power, reflecting its beauty in many elevated activities and so bringing benefit to others."

Dadi Prakashmani