“If you protect the Vedas, the Vedas will protect you”—Inspiring Story of Madras High Court Judge

Madras High Court Judge Justice G.R. Swaminathan shared an incident from his life at a national Vedic conference and revealed a profound truth: “If you protect the Vedas, the Vedas will protect you.” The story is based on an incident that happened with a Vedic scholar, “Shastri Ji,” which instilled reverence for the Vedas in the judge’s mind.

New Delhi: Madras High Court Judge Justice G.R. Swaminathan shared an incident from his life at a national Vedic conference and revealed a profound truth: "If you protect the Vedas, the Vedas will protect you." The story is based on an incident that happened with a Vedic scholar, "Shastri Ji," which instilled reverence for the Vedas in the judge's mind.

A Road Accident and Unjust Punishment

Shastri Ji, who was Swaminathan's friend, got into an unfortunate road accident. His sister, who had come to India from the US, was driving a car and accidentally killed a person.

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Since Shastri Ji's sister had to return to the US early, he surrendered to the police, pleading guilty. The case reached the court, and Shastri Ji was sentenced to 18 months in jail, while the usual sentence in such cases is six months.

Traditional attire made a target?

Judge Swaminathan said that Shastri used to come to court wearing a ponytail and traditional clothes, and this was probably the reason why he received a harsher punishment. Surprisingly, no witness had seen Shastri driving the car, yet he was convicted.

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How did Swaminathan save him as a lawyer?

Swaminathan was a lawyer at that time. He appealed the case and argued that there was no solid evidence against Shastri. Fortunately, the judge of the appellate court was Swaminathan's classmate, and Shastri was acquitted.

Belief in the power of the Vedas

After this incident, Swaminathan realized that the Vedas themselves protect those who serve the Vedas. He said, "That day I understood that the Vedas really protect their devotees." This experience of his teaches us that those who protect religion and knowledge get divine help.