When you scatter seeds on the surface of the soil, they do not germinate. You have to keep them inside the soil. So too, Bodha (knowledge), if it is scattered on the surface, it will not germinate, grow into the tree of knowledge and yield the fruit of wisdom. Plant it in the heart, water the plant with divine love, manure it with Faith and Courage, keep off pests with the insecticides of Bhajana (group singing of holy names) and Sathsanga (company of the holy), so that you can benefit in the end. You have not yet got started in Sadhana; still you demand Saanthi; you demand Grace. How is it ever possible? Start! then everything will be added unto you.
(Sathya Sai Speaks, Vol IV, pg 101)
