Good Teacher

Be Blessed - 34

Q514

During the time of Rama, did Hanuman and others perform the great feats by the power of His Name alone ?



Once Anjana Devi, mother of Anjaneya (Hanuman) came to the residence of Kausalya.  Kausalya enquired who she was.  Anjana Devi introduced herself saying, "I am the mother of Anjaneya, who could cross over the mighty ocean in a leap."  After some time, the mother of sage Agastya also came there.  On being asked, she introduced herself saying, "I am the mother of the one who swallowed the entire ocean in one gulp."  Then Kausalya said to them, "Your sons could accomplish such stupendous tasks because of the mighty power of the Name of my son, Rama."  As they were conversing, Rama appeared there and asked, "Mother, what is that you are discussing?"  Kausalya replied, "Son, we are discussing the glory of Your Name."  Then Rama said, "Mother, it is not merely because of My Name that they were able to perform such mighty tasks.  Their purity of heart was also responsible for this.  There are many who chant My Name, but are all of them able to reap its benefits?  Purity of heart is very essential."

(SSS Vol 34, pg 84)

A Sunbeam

Happiness is a sunbeam... When it strikes a kindred heart, like the converged lights upon a mirror, it reflects itself with redoubled brightness. It is not perfected until it is shared.


- Jane Porter

Silence

It is essential to limit one's desires and keep the senses under control.  This is the only way to true happiness.  The most important organ which has to be controlled is the tongue, which, unlike the other sense organs - the eyes and the nose, has a double function : speech and taste.  The ancient sages practiced silence for a variety of reasons.  Silence serves to conserve energy, improve the memory and experience the Divine.  Restraint in speech and avoidance of gossip and slander are commendable virtues.  Help ever, hurt never.  This should be the motto of everyone.

(Sanathana Sarathi, May 1996, pg 127)

VEDA 47

You are the cause of your ruin or rise. The tools are in your hands; you can learn the skills; you can break the shackles and escape; but if you grovel in slavery and bondage, who can save you? Do not blame fate.



(From : Sai Veda, The Word of God,  sayings of Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba)

Light Touch

As we use the light we have to the best of our ability, more light comes.

- Marion R Brown

A light, tender touch goes a long way toward comforting someone who is sad or upset.  It soothes and supports; it shines the light of love and caring on them.

I can receive the 'light' touch in any situation that threatens to overwhelm me or causes me to worry or become afraid.  I do this by envisioning the light of God's presence continually surrounding me, bathing me in peace.

Enfolded in God's comforting presence, I realise that I am not alone.  I and everyone I know - even those I don't know - are living in the presence of God.

With each breath, I breathe in the grace of God.  In the light of God's love, I gain a true understanding of my spirituality and receive the assurance that all is well.

I am living in God's radiant light and love.

(From : 'Daily Word' magazine by Silent Unity, a world wide prayer ministry) 

GEM 778

Seva must be viewed as the highest form of sadhana.


(From : Garland of 1008 Gems, Bhagawan Shri Sathya Sai Baba's Sayings)

Sai Jewel - 29

My Very First Vow

My Very First Vow

I do not belong to any place; I am not attached to any name.  I have no 'mine' or 'thine'.  I answer whatever the name you use.  I go wherever I am taken.  This is my very First Vow.  I have not disclosed this to anyone so far.  For Me, the world is something afar, apart.  I act and move only for the sake of mankind.  No one can comprehend My Glory, whoever he is, whatever his method of enquiry, however long his attempt.

You can yourself see the full Glory in the coming years.  Devotees must have patience and forbearance.

(25.5.1947)

(From Baba's letter to His brother, Sheshama Raju)


(Extract from : 'God Lives In Prashanti Nilayam')