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A Muslim man’s video of him praying for the health of a Hindu spiritual Guru in India at Madina, Saudi Arabia, has gone viral on social media, showcasing the real face of India.

"Premanand Ji Maharaj is like a father to me. Even a Muslim who returned from Arabia prays for him." This is what Abdul Rahim of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, says in a video posted on Dainik Jagran's Instagram page that he filmed in Madina.

 

 

 

 

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Premanand Ji Maharaj is a spiritual Guru followed by the likes of Virat Kohli and several other known personalities. His online video clips show many Muslims visiting him.

These days, there are reports about Premanand Ji Maharaj's health deteriorating. He has been suffering from a chronic renal problem. This has led his followers to pray for his health.

However, the most emotional scene of devotion and love for Maharaj Ji came from Medina, where Abdul Rahim had gone for a pilgrimage.

The video quickly went viral on social media. Thousands of people shared it. People commented on it, and most said this video “shows the true picture of India, where humanity comes before religion.”

In the video, Abdul Rahim is seen raising his hands and praying for the health of Saint Premanand Ji Maharaj. Rahim said, "Maharaj is a spiritual guide not only for Hindus, but for the entire country. He always spoke of humanity, so I prayed to Allah for him."

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The video sparked a flood of reactions on social media. People from both the Hindu and Muslim communities were moved by it. One user wrote, “This is India—where, from the streets of Vrindavan to the lands of Medina, the stream of love and faith is the same.”

People from both Hindu and Muslim communities are sharing this incident on social media, calling it "a message of love spreading from Vrindavan to Medina."

Delhi resident Seema Sharma wrote, "The prayer offered by a Muslim in Medina today has become a prayer for peace for the entire country." Another user said, "What Premanand ji taught – humanity before religion – was realised today in Medina."

Saint Premanand Ji Maharaj heads a prominent religious center located in Mathura-Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. His sermons are heard by millions, but what sets him apart is his vision, where religion is not merely worship but service to humanity.                 

On numerous occasions, he has stated, "Religion is not meant to divide, but to unite. " Maharaj also supported the rights of Muslims to offer namaz in the open. In one of his sermons, he said, "If someone prays on the street, they intend to connect with Allah. What objection is there to that? When someone performs aarti in a temple, the sounds coming from the street also reach God. There is no difference between the two." This thought of his resonated not only with Hindus but also with Muslims. 

Here is the Video of Premanand Ji Maharaj's conversation with a Muslim boy:

Premanand Ji Maharaj's health has been reported to be critical for the past few days. A team of doctors is constantly monitoring him at the Vrindavan Ashram.

Despite this, the devotion of his devotees and followers remains undiminished. People from across the country are praying for his recovery in temples, mosques, gurudwaras, and churches. Mohammad Faizan, a Muslim businessman from Varanasi, said, "We have heard Maharaj many times. He used to say that the blood of Muslims and Hindus is the same, only the way of worship is different. Today, he is ill, so it is our responsibility to pray for him."

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A few years ago, at a satsang held in Vrindavan, Maharaj said, "Those who spread hatred in the name of religion are not true devotees of God. If you have hatred in your heart, God will never reside there." He always preached that humanity is the greatest religion. He believed that "the difference between Ram and Rahman is only of language, not of emotion."