💥"ஆதவன்" 🌳தியானம் - எண் 1939
"அவர் குதிரையின் பலத்தில் விருப்பமாயிரார்; வீரனுடைய கால்களில் பிரியப்படார். தமக்குப் பயந்து, தமது கிருபைக்குக் காத்திருக்கிறவர்கள்மேல் கர்த்தர் பிரியமாயிருக்கிறார்." ( சங்கீதம் 147 : 11 )
💥 "AATHAVAN" Meditation
- No. 1939
📆 May 30, 2026, Saturday
"He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He does not take pleasure in the legs of a man. The Lord favours those who fear Him, Those who wait for His lovingkindness." (Psalm 147:10-11)
In this world, human beings can accomplish many remarkable feats through their own personal strength. Because people successfully achieve things by relying on their self-reliance, many fail to give God the honour due to Him, living instead with the mindset of "I can do everything by myself." Even if they do not express this outwardly, it remains their inner disposition. Consequently, they often discriminate against and mentally marginalize those whom they consider less capable or inferior to themselves.
However, no matter how powerful or influential we may be, we can do nothing without the grace of the Lord. This is exactly what we read in today's meditation verse: "He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He does not take pleasure in the legs of a man." In this verse, the "horse" and the "legs of a man" represent self-reliance and human strength. The horse is a powerful animal, used in ancient times for warfare. A mighty cavalry and a vast number of foot soldiers were symbols of a king's strength. Yet, these alone do not guarantee victory.
Pharaoh possessed a powerful cavalry, chariots, and a massive army. On the other hand, the people of Israel led by Moses had none of these. They moved forward relying solely on the grace of God. The events that unfolded in the end are well known to us. Yes, the mighty cavalry and warriors perished in the Red Sea. Indeed, dear friends, just as today's meditation verse declares, the Lord favours those who fear Him and wait for His lovingkindness. He delivers them from the evils of this world and guides them.
The lesson this meditation verse teaches us is this: regardless of the physical strength, position, wealth, or status we may possess, all of it is akin to the self-reliance that Pharaoh trusted in. If we live in this world relying on these things, the Lord will not take pleasure in us. Even if we call out to Him in times of distress, He may remain silent, as if saying, "Manage it on your own with your own strength."
Furthermore, the Lord God says that He shows lovingkindness to thousands, to those who love Him and keep His commandments (Exodus 20:6 & Deuteronomy 5:10).
Mother Mary also sings in her song:
"And His mercy is upon generation after generation toward those who fear Him. He has done mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who were proud in the thoughts of their heart." (Luke 1:50-51)
If we highly esteem our own talents, wealth, and power, and live with pride in the thoughts of our hearts, God will scatter us. For our God does not delight in the strength of the horse, nor does He take pleasure in the legs of a man. He favours only those who fear Him and wait for His lovingkindness.
Let us depend on God's grace with reverent fear. Only then can we and our descendants live as recipients of God's blessings.
✍️ Bro. M. Geo Prakash



