No Place for Hatred
Never harbor hatred toward anyone. One must be free and not be bound by wrapping his self in the cocoon of hatred. Even a speck of dislike toward anyone can make one mind undergo the torment of anger and in it, one puts his own contentment aside. The result is that one fights more to defend his hatred and gives his right to be peaceful a back seat.
What is the worth of disturbing your peace in order to give room to unnecessary dislike? Make a resolve not to dislike anyone from now on. You must say to yourself, “However much I face another's dislike I shall respond calmly with love.” This love must not be superficial. It must not be in order to make another feel small by establishing your superiority with the right attitude. No, such behavior comes only from the ego. The love must come from compassion. Compassion is the deep understanding that “All is God” and from that understanding one emanates with pure, sweet and unconditional love that is equal for all.
Do not get hurt easily. Do not worry of what one thinks of you. Do not be in haste to please all. You must firmly stand on your principles. Love must be the underlying principle of all principles. With that love you must deal with all misunderstandings. If the misunderstanding continues to remain then you must continue on your path without any resentment. You must wish well for all… It is not important for them to know and understand your thoughts. Time shall tell if you have remained exemplary in your efforts to reach God at all times.
Remember the name of God. Project His beautiful form…His smile into the face of even the one who infuriates you. Fill yourself with love alone… remember nothing else. Those that dislike you have temporarily forgotten the Divine Rule that, “All is God and God alone.” Be understanding toward them. As long as your love flows for them you shall be at peace.
Do not forgive someone for a moment and then remember what they did to you over and over again. Once the episode is over it must be out of your mind. You gave to them your understanding and forgiveness and now do you wish to have it back?! Forgiveness is not a superficial act of the mind and behavior. It is not done out of politeness alone… it is done to cleanse one’s own self from negativity. If one is in a negative state of mind and you accept that negativity you also become negativity.
Nothing is real… other than love… To hold on to another’s mistake is the biggest mistake of all. Always remember that God alone comes before you… as all… Treat them with the same reverence and their mind too shall receive the divine connection.
Always keep your heart spotless. Let the golden light of Compassion, mercy and forgiveness enter you from all corners (senses and mind) and emanate from your center (heart). God shall test you from time to time. Remember all the lessons of truth and be ready to pour it upon the Divine feet.
Derive strength from truth and in trying circumstances stand by the truth and do not fall easily. It is easy to speak of the Divine strength…but realize the time when you have to use it you must remain steadfast in wisdom and not get easily confused.
The key to the gates of heaven is love. Let not resentments… dislikes and petty differences come in the way between you and God’s Grace. The one who gives his Self a life of love shall bring the Divine treasures to his feet. Such a blessed and noble soul shall always be ready to give… help… forgive and accept all of God’s children.
Be prepared for your test… God shall always bless you for your victory. Place your hand in His and celebrate truth and welcome the wave of bliss that shall keep you silent in Divine love.
(Inspirational message received by Seema M Dewan on May 30th, 2011)
