The 8th Jethro Daniel Memorial Lecture held at Taj Vivanta in Coimbatore
Coimbatore, December 11, 2024 – The 8th Jethro Daniel Memorial Lecture, held at Taj Vivanta in Coimbatore, featured an inspiring keynote by Mr. Daniel Victor, Managing Director of Vitae International Accounting Services. The event honored the enduring legacy of Jethro, a figure whose life exemplified resilience, inner strength, and purpose despite physical limitations.
In his address, Mr. Victor celebrated Jethro’s profound message: “Life is a message.” Highlighting Jethro’s ability to transcend his physical constraints through mental strength and spiritual clarity, Mr. Victor urged attendees to seek deeper meaning beyond appearances. He emphasized the importance of nurturing the soul and spirit to align personal purpose with service to humanity.
Drawing on examples from Jethro’s life, including his writings and the transformative impact on others, Mr. Victor shared stories of resilience, such as a young man overcoming speech challenges to find confidence and success. Quoting luminaries like Helen Keller and Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, he underscored the power of vision, purpose, and the human spirit in achieving greatness.
The keynote resonated with a call to action: to embrace personal growth, serve the community, and live lives of significance. Reflecting on Jethro’s philosophy, Mr. Victor concluded, “Your life, when guided by purity of spirit and clarity of purpose, can be a beacon of light for others.”
The 8th Jethro Daniel Memorial Lecture titled The Voice of purpose from a life of purpose, was delivered by Mr. Saji Abraham, Director of Operations at Schouten Europe, Bangalore. The event celebrated the enduring legacy of Jethro, a figure whose life, despite severe physical limitations, continues to inspire and provoke profound reflections on purpose, resilience, and service.
In his address, Mr. Abraham emphasized the “voice of purpose” emanating from Jethro’s life, urging attendees to introspect on their own paths. Through personal anecdotes and engaging interactions, he highlighted the importance of humility, gratitude, and love in everyday life. “Life is not about limitations but about discovering and fulfilling a purpose,” he stated, urging the audience to rise above ego, embrace kindness, and impart value to others.
Drawing from Jethro’s teachings, Mr. Abraham encouraged the audience to recognize their blessings, from basic abilities to life’s simple joys, and to adopt gratitude as a cornerstone of existence. He elaborated on the transformative power of forgiveness, sharing a deeply personal story of reconciliation that underscored the significance of letting go of hatred to lead a meaningful life.
“Give love the first spot,” Mr. Abraham urged, resonating with the core of Jethro’s message. He also touched on the importance of leadership rooted in empathy and service, recounting his own workplace practices that foster community and collaboration.
The lecture concluded with a call to action: to leave behind personal grudges and carry forward the essence of Jethro’s legacy—purpose-driven living, gratitude, and love. As the audience reflected on Jethro’s life and teachings, Mr. Abraham’s message reinforced the transformative impact one life can have on many.
The Jethro Memorial Lecture series continues to serve as a platform for inspiring discussions that challenge conventional perspectives and encourage purposeful living.
The event brought together thought leaders, educators, and community members, reinforcing the ideals of perseverance, service, and the potential within each individual to make a difference.
The event was done in collaboration with Taj Vivanta as partner.
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