Mother Teresa
Today, the great Mother is not among us. She has gone to her heavenly abode. But her sacred halo and permanent influence are to remain with us for all times to come. Her kindness and compassion are the cherished gems which the grateful humanity will not ever forget.
The Holy Virgin, Mother Teresa was a noble soul of recent times. She came to India at a very young and tender age. Quite early in life, she vowed to serve humanity till the last breath of her life. And it is a matter of great joy that the Mother fulfilled her vow literally. Till the last moment of her life, she was fully devoted to selfless service.
She chose her field of exclusive activity in the city of Kolkatta. Her great work included the helping and rearing of hopeless and helpless poor unwanted children. Such children were deserted in some corner or dustbin in a railway platform or a bus stand by the virgin/widowed mothers for fear of infamy (bad name). She also helped those who were handicapped. Lepers too got her attention.
The Mother was born in Europe in 1910. Right from her childhood, she was very sympathetic, kind and innocent. She became a nun and joined the Missionary of the Charity Cult. She began her work in the slums of Kolkatta. A band of devoted missionary nuns was there to help her in her stupendous work.
 Her work was of great charity and nobility. Selflessness was the guiding spirit behind it. Soon she earned worldwide encomiums. In this world where agonies and sufferings reign supreme, the balmy touch of the Mother was a soothing and encouraging experience. She ever shone and never exhausted or extinguished. She was a great ray of hope for all those who had none else to look after them. The people of Kolkatta actually worshipped this great lady. She was a Messiah for the needy and the naked children. Her great work was in itself a great reward.
As a recognition, the Mother was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace. She was the first Indian woman who was honoured with this highest reward. Today, the children for whom she was a great shelter, utterly feel orphaned. We hope, Sister Nirmala who has succeeded her Will complete all the tasks of the illustrious Mother.
