What are the true barometers that indicate a wise person?
The hard working farmer has no fear of starvation. The one who chants the Lord’s Name has no fear of worldly worries.
The person of a few words will be free from enmity. Through excessive talk, people fall prey to quarrels. Everyone must cultivate moderation in speech. Restraint in speech is conducive to friendly feelings.
The one who is careful in behavior, doing all actions after due deliberation, will have no fear of danger.
True education consists in knowing how to lead a peaceful life. To embark on or have a successful career, you must aspire for world peace. For you are part of the world and your well-being is intimately tied to that of the world.
Give up all narrow feelings and acquire unity and fellowship.
- My Dear Students, Vol 5, Ch 14, 14 Jan 1996.
The wise use their money, strength, intelligence, skills, aptitude and opportunities, to help others and make their lives happier
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Life 23 (Jul 14 - Jan 15)
Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Wed Nov 12, 2014 6:26 am
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Thu Nov 13, 2014 6:13 am
Why do we have fear ?
Desire and disappointments are the order of the day.
Human life for most people seems to be full of fear. Various types of fears haunt wherever one is, whatever one does.
How can one escape fear? Even the little objects of happiness which one seems to derive from life, is coupled with fear of losing them soon!
Sin and merit, joy and sorrow, profit and loss, light and darkness are pairs of opposites that every being undergoes during their lives.
Truly speaking, the absence of one (sorrow), indicates the presence of other (joy)!
Saint Adi Shankara further clarified, “Where there is no attachment, there will be no fear!” .
How can one attain that state? By attaining proximity with the Divine! He further exhorted, “Banish fear by cultivating detachment and journeying towards the Self. It is through Self-Realization that you can understand the true nature of fear and overcome it."
- My Dear Students, Vol 3, Ch 17.
Fear is nothing but a bundle of negative thoughts. Counter it with positive thoughts.
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Desire and disappointments are the order of the day.
Human life for most people seems to be full of fear. Various types of fears haunt wherever one is, whatever one does.
How can one escape fear? Even the little objects of happiness which one seems to derive from life, is coupled with fear of losing them soon!
Sin and merit, joy and sorrow, profit and loss, light and darkness are pairs of opposites that every being undergoes during their lives.
Truly speaking, the absence of one (sorrow), indicates the presence of other (joy)!
Saint Adi Shankara further clarified, “Where there is no attachment, there will be no fear!” .
How can one attain that state? By attaining proximity with the Divine! He further exhorted, “Banish fear by cultivating detachment and journeying towards the Self. It is through Self-Realization that you can understand the true nature of fear and overcome it."
- My Dear Students, Vol 3, Ch 17.
Fear is nothing but a bundle of negative thoughts. Counter it with positive thoughts.
Source: radiosai.org
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Fri Nov 14, 2014 7:19 am
What is the immense potency that each one of us is blessed with?
You have immense potency within you. Like the light that illumines, your vision must be pure, sacred and pleasing.
Do not taint or pollute the blessing of sight, by looking at undesirable objects, or by looking with bad thoughts.
A magnetic energy circulates in you. Although this energy is present throughout the body, its presence is conspicuous in the hand. Hence the hands should be employed for good purposes. They should never be used for harming others.
The ears listen to gossip, slander and evil talk. The result is that the power of hearing gets polluted.
Also the power of speech. This power finds expression in sound waves and it has to be used with great care. The words one utters should be examined to see that they do not excite, irritate or anger others. Bad words come back to the speaker with double strength. Hence one's speech should be soft and sweet.
- My Dear Students, Vol 5, Ch 14, 14 Jan 1996
Parents have the primary responsibility to mould the character of children. Out of excessive affection they should not give too much freedom.
Source: radiosai.org
You have immense potency within you. Like the light that illumines, your vision must be pure, sacred and pleasing.
Do not taint or pollute the blessing of sight, by looking at undesirable objects, or by looking with bad thoughts.
A magnetic energy circulates in you. Although this energy is present throughout the body, its presence is conspicuous in the hand. Hence the hands should be employed for good purposes. They should never be used for harming others.
The ears listen to gossip, slander and evil talk. The result is that the power of hearing gets polluted.
Also the power of speech. This power finds expression in sound waves and it has to be used with great care. The words one utters should be examined to see that they do not excite, irritate or anger others. Bad words come back to the speaker with double strength. Hence one's speech should be soft and sweet.
- My Dear Students, Vol 5, Ch 14, 14 Jan 1996
Parents have the primary responsibility to mould the character of children. Out of excessive affection they should not give too much freedom.
Source: radiosai.org
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Sat Nov 15, 2014 5:34 am
How can we practice seeing Unity amongst multiplicity in creation, in our daily lives?
A flower has many petals. These petals appear distinct from each other. But all petals have emerged from the same single stem. The stem is the seat of the Atma, from which the petals have emanated. But we view the flower as a single object. The flower is one, but the petals are many.
Same analogy is applicable to the endless number of waves arising on the ocean. The waves are many and distinct. But they are of the same stuff as the ocean. From the waves arises the foam, which has the same properties as the waves and the ocean though different in form and name. All the three are based on the ocean. This is the logical basis forAdvaita (philosophy of non-dualism).
The Atma is the basis for everything. Ignoring this truth people pursue the myriad ephemeral objects of the phenomenal world, but ultimately all come to a realisation of the Atmic Principle.
-- Divine Discourse, 10 Sep 1996.
All are One, Be alike to everyone.
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A flower has many petals. These petals appear distinct from each other. But all petals have emerged from the same single stem. The stem is the seat of the Atma, from which the petals have emanated. But we view the flower as a single object. The flower is one, but the petals are many.
Same analogy is applicable to the endless number of waves arising on the ocean. The waves are many and distinct. But they are of the same stuff as the ocean. From the waves arises the foam, which has the same properties as the waves and the ocean though different in form and name. All the three are based on the ocean. This is the logical basis forAdvaita (philosophy of non-dualism).
The Atma is the basis for everything. Ignoring this truth people pursue the myriad ephemeral objects of the phenomenal world, but ultimately all come to a realisation of the Atmic Principle.
-- Divine Discourse, 10 Sep 1996.
All are One, Be alike to everyone.
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Sun Nov 16, 2014 3:35 am
Life's Little Lessons
"Every thing happens for a reason. Just be patient and in time, those reasons will be answered for you.
Sometimes, the big question is (Why, is this happening to me)? The answer to that question is, every day that we wake up, we are gaining incredible knowledge, experience and wisdom.
Cherish these moments, hold them close to your heart, for these are the Lessons of Life."
- Nancy Olivia Thomas
"Every thing happens for a reason. Just be patient and in time, those reasons will be answered for you.
Sometimes, the big question is (Why, is this happening to me)? The answer to that question is, every day that we wake up, we are gaining incredible knowledge, experience and wisdom.
Cherish these moments, hold them close to your heart, for these are the Lessons of Life."
- Nancy Olivia Thomas
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Sun Nov 16, 2014 8:16 am
Most people seem to prioritize physical strength, health or beauty when it comes to investing their time.
The supreme virtue in every human being is to forget their individual differences and move with everyone in a spirit of harmony and equality.
What lends beauty to sports and games is this spirit of unity. Unfortunately many people today derive only physical fitness and strength from sports and games, not the spirit of love and unity!
Fulfillment in life can never be attained from physical health and strength alone. Even if your stomach is full, you can be happy only when both your body and mind are healthy.
Young people must understand this truth and not be focused only on physique and beauty. The Divine has endowed everyone with physical, mental and spiritual potencies of many kinds. Y
our mind is the source of infinite powers. A subdued mind can help you realize the Divine.
Recognize the magnitude of your internal powers and leverage them in your daily lives.
- My Dear Students, Vol 5, Ch 14, 14 Jan 1996.
When your heart is filled with good thoughts and feelings, all that comes out of the senses - your speech, your vision, your action - will naturally be pure.
Source: radiosai.org
The supreme virtue in every human being is to forget their individual differences and move with everyone in a spirit of harmony and equality.
What lends beauty to sports and games is this spirit of unity. Unfortunately many people today derive only physical fitness and strength from sports and games, not the spirit of love and unity!
Fulfillment in life can never be attained from physical health and strength alone. Even if your stomach is full, you can be happy only when both your body and mind are healthy.
Young people must understand this truth and not be focused only on physique and beauty. The Divine has endowed everyone with physical, mental and spiritual potencies of many kinds. Y
our mind is the source of infinite powers. A subdued mind can help you realize the Divine.
Recognize the magnitude of your internal powers and leverage them in your daily lives.
- My Dear Students, Vol 5, Ch 14, 14 Jan 1996.
When your heart is filled with good thoughts and feelings, all that comes out of the senses - your speech, your vision, your action - will naturally be pure.
Source: radiosai.org
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Tue Nov 18, 2014 11:09 am
At times or in some circumstances, some people feel that the Divine appears to have forsaken them. Is that ever true?
People today speak about the Divine having forgotten them. This is not true.
Most often, it is the devotee who gives up the Divine. It is the devotee who forgets Him. It is their own feelings that are reflected in their utterances.
People forget the Divine and indulge in the world and one day they suddenly declare that the Divine has forgotten and forsaken them.
Separation from the Divine is the primary cause for people wallowing in sensuous pleasures.
Mind is the cause of one's pleasure and pain. It must be directed towards the Divine to secure freedom from pleasure and pain.
You stray away from the Divine and think that He is moving away from you.
The Divine can and will never forget His devotee. He is never away from you. He is always with you, caring for you and waiting for you to turn to Him.
- My Dear Students, Vol 5, Ch 14, 14 Jan 1996.
The Divine is always with you, for you, above you, below you, behind you and above you – guiding and guarding you at all times.
Source: radiosai.org
People today speak about the Divine having forgotten them. This is not true.
Most often, it is the devotee who gives up the Divine. It is the devotee who forgets Him. It is their own feelings that are reflected in their utterances.
People forget the Divine and indulge in the world and one day they suddenly declare that the Divine has forgotten and forsaken them.
Separation from the Divine is the primary cause for people wallowing in sensuous pleasures.
Mind is the cause of one's pleasure and pain. It must be directed towards the Divine to secure freedom from pleasure and pain.
You stray away from the Divine and think that He is moving away from you.
The Divine can and will never forget His devotee. He is never away from you. He is always with you, caring for you and waiting for you to turn to Him.
- My Dear Students, Vol 5, Ch 14, 14 Jan 1996.
The Divine is always with you, for you, above you, below you, behind you and above you – guiding and guarding you at all times.
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Thu Nov 20, 2014 6:44 am
How can we beautify ourselves and use the same method to attain liberation?
Do not find faults with others. If you point an accusing finger at someone, remember three fingers are pointing to you.
Wear the ornament of Truth to adorn your neck. Charity is the true ornament that make your hands beautiful and elegant. Thus you must sanctify each limb of your body by engaging in sacred activities.
Your eyes should look at only sacred things. Do you know what an enormous power is latent in your eyes? There are crores of light rays in them. In olden days, people used to invoke the grace of Sun God to have a better vision.
People aspire to attain liberation. What is liberation? Help ever, hurt never - that is true liberation. To get rid of attachment is true liberation.
- Divine Discourse, Nov 19, 2002.
When your tooth bites your tongue do you get angry at them and break the teeth that hurt your tongue? No! For, teeth and tongue are both yours! Similarly the one who hurts you and you, are both limbs of the same body, that is the Divine.
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Do not find faults with others. If you point an accusing finger at someone, remember three fingers are pointing to you.
Wear the ornament of Truth to adorn your neck. Charity is the true ornament that make your hands beautiful and elegant. Thus you must sanctify each limb of your body by engaging in sacred activities.
Your eyes should look at only sacred things. Do you know what an enormous power is latent in your eyes? There are crores of light rays in them. In olden days, people used to invoke the grace of Sun God to have a better vision.
People aspire to attain liberation. What is liberation? Help ever, hurt never - that is true liberation. To get rid of attachment is true liberation.
- Divine Discourse, Nov 19, 2002.
When your tooth bites your tongue do you get angry at them and break the teeth that hurt your tongue? No! For, teeth and tongue are both yours! Similarly the one who hurts you and you, are both limbs of the same body, that is the Divine.
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Mon Nov 24, 2014 10:55 am
What is the subtle connection between the rights we are entitled to and our duties?
Life will be unfulfilled by merely spending time.
When you enquire earnestly whether duty comes first or right comes first, several people insist upon ‘rights’.
Ask yourself - Where did ‘rights or entitlements’ come from? When you perform your duty, its fruit, in the shape of rights, accrues to you!
How can a child exist without the mother? So also, when you perform your duties sincerely, the result of that action comes as rights.
When you enquire into the fact whether rain comes first or the flow of water, it becomes clear that flow of rainwater follows rain. Without rain, there cannot be a flow.
The flow can be compared to one’s ‘rights’ and rain to ‘duty’. Therefore accord your highest priority to your duties!
- Divine Discourse, 22 Nov 2002.
Doing one’s duty selflessly is the highest spiritual endeavour.
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Life will be unfulfilled by merely spending time.
When you enquire earnestly whether duty comes first or right comes first, several people insist upon ‘rights’.
Ask yourself - Where did ‘rights or entitlements’ come from? When you perform your duty, its fruit, in the shape of rights, accrues to you!
How can a child exist without the mother? So also, when you perform your duties sincerely, the result of that action comes as rights.
When you enquire into the fact whether rain comes first or the flow of water, it becomes clear that flow of rainwater follows rain. Without rain, there cannot be a flow.
The flow can be compared to one’s ‘rights’ and rain to ‘duty’. Therefore accord your highest priority to your duties!
- Divine Discourse, 22 Nov 2002.
Doing one’s duty selflessly is the highest spiritual endeavour.
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Re: Life 23 (Jul 14 - Dec 14)
by winston » Tue Nov 25, 2014 8:17 am
How should we transform ourselves? What are the behaviours to correct within us?
You must become heroes in action. It does not behoove of you to spend your time in idle talk, without involving yourself in some solid work for the benefit of the nation. Bend your body and work hard to attain glory.
A seed that is sown in the soil, loses its shape to ultimately become a gigantic tree. That tree yields sweet fruits. Similarly it is only when you destroy your ego and lose your identity, real fruit of your actions come out.
Therefore, remove your attachment to your body and develop attachment to the country.
Love is a quality permeating every living being. Truth is verily the embodiment of Divinity. It is in you, with you, around you, everywhere, protecting you always, at all times.
You need not search for the Divine in some distant place. Truth is the very embodiment of the Divine. Do not ever move away from Truth.
- Divine Discourse, 22 Nov 2002.
The Divine is always with you, for you, above you, below you, behind you and above you – guiding and guarding you at all times
Source: radiosai.org
You must become heroes in action. It does not behoove of you to spend your time in idle talk, without involving yourself in some solid work for the benefit of the nation. Bend your body and work hard to attain glory.
A seed that is sown in the soil, loses its shape to ultimately become a gigantic tree. That tree yields sweet fruits. Similarly it is only when you destroy your ego and lose your identity, real fruit of your actions come out.
Therefore, remove your attachment to your body and develop attachment to the country.
Love is a quality permeating every living being. Truth is verily the embodiment of Divinity. It is in you, with you, around you, everywhere, protecting you always, at all times.
You need not search for the Divine in some distant place. Truth is the very embodiment of the Divine. Do not ever move away from Truth.
- Divine Discourse, 22 Nov 2002.
The Divine is always with you, for you, above you, below you, behind you and above you – guiding and guarding you at all times
Source: radiosai.org
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