Q420
Should a spiritual aspirant discuss his belief and his conviction with others?
No one, not even an Avathar can escape criticism and blame. But he does not bend. The real nature of the Avathar is realized by those who indulge in criticism or blame only after wading through unbearable trouble and then, they too start to praise. The aspirant should keep away from all such wavering and ignorant persons and desist from discussing with them his belief and conviction. Let him immerse himself in holy books and in the company of the devotees of the Lord. Later, rich with the experience of realization and courageous on account of that contact with reality, they can mix in any company without danger and endeavor to direct other minds on to the truth which he himself has seen.
(Prema Vahini, pg 24)
O LORD, TAKE MY LOVE
O Lord, take my love, and let it flow in fullness of devotion to Thee;
O Lord, take my hands, and let them work incessantly for Thee;
O Lord, take my soul, and let it be merged in One with Thee;
O Lord, take my mind and thoughts, and let them be in tune with Thee;
O Lord, take my everything, and let me be an instrument to work for Thee.
About Me
After almost 20 years of active seva (service) - creating and sharing graphic art inspired by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba - I now find myself in a quieter space of inward reflection. The urge to constantly 'do' has gently dissolved into simply 'being'.
This Sai Divine Inspirations page in Blogspot will continue to share Swami's love and messages through scheduled posts as long as the platform exists, but my role has shifted from outward expression to silent presence. I remain deeply devoted, but will be less visible in the spiritual community.
May these offerings of love from my heart continue to inspire, uplift, and serve all... as they were always meant to.
All is His will. All is His work. All is His Love.
Om Sai Ram and May Swami bless everyone...
With Much Gratitude,
adeline108
Should a spiritual aspirant discuss his belief and his conviction with others?
No one, not even an Avathar can escape criticism and blame. But he does not bend. The real nature of the Avathar is realized by those who indulge in criticism or blame only after wading through unbearable trouble and then, they too start to praise. The aspirant should keep away from all such wavering and ignorant persons and desist from discussing with them his belief and conviction. Let him immerse himself in holy books and in the company of the devotees of the Lord. Later, rich with the experience of realization and courageous on account of that contact with reality, they can mix in any company without danger and endeavor to direct other minds on to the truth which he himself has seen. 
