There are two ways of God-realization. One is the path of devotion where the devotee considers himself a servant of God. By repeatedly declaring, "Daasoham" ("I am your servant") he goes reducing his ego till the bondage of worldly attachment falls off. The other means is the path of knowledge (Jnaanamarga). By constantly developing the sense of oneness with the Divine ("Sivoham - I am the Divine") his consciousness expands to the point where it becomes one with the universal consciousness and all worldly bonds are snapped.
Give no room for the ego. If any one examines his position in this vast cosmos, he will realize his infinitesimal smallness. Egoism arises out of ignorance. Expel the ego and develop love. With love, develop the spirit of sacrifice. Sacrifice alone can confer immortality, says the Upanishad. Sacrifice can confer bliss and health. Experience the joy of sharing. Renunciation is the key to sound health.
Do not indulge in criticism of others. Count your own faults and rectify them. See the Divine in one and all. Elevate the quality of human life by living in amity with all. Chanting the name of God is the sure means of cultivation of this universal love.
(SS May 1997, pg 129)
