GEM 797

Absence of Compassion and consideration for others is the mark of tamasic nature.


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

THAT ONE LITTLE TEAR

That one little tear

Was a tear of sadness

For the Lord in pain!

That one little tear

Was a tear of fear

Of my Swami's days!

That one little tear

Was a tear of love

For the Lord so dear

That one little tear

Was a heartfelt prayer

For His Health again

O Lord, thank you indeed

For that one little tear,

Though faith so little,

And so brittle,

Through dampened eyes

What I see - is

You - indeed

Are DEAR TO ME!

(By : Dr Vasantha Nair, Blossoming Love) 

MESSAGE 19

What we lack is peace of mind. Why is that? It is due to lack of self-contentment and self understanding. We become so involved in what we have acquired through our ambitions that we unknowingly begin to reflect their grandeur. Little do we realize that we become so aware of the beauty that surrounds us that in it we lose the highest grace of God that we are all born with, i.e. “Self awareness”

The wise, O child reflect only on the truth in both the good and the bad. They are able to be in full control in any situation that comes before them for they have abandoned “desires”. They seldom plan “God’s ways” for themselves. They have no picture in their minds of “perfection”. They are not anxious for time to come nor for it to pass. They O child, believe in the present moment …in the Grace of God…in their selfless strength and in the will of their Divine Master. They are of the simple faith that God comes as both…God alone gives the Grace to face both…God alone protects “the goodness” of the good…God alone challenges “the wickedness” of the bad; for even the crooked one in that challenge is unable to remain that and with the grace of God alone he turns… and transforms to straight ways. Yes! To the wise there is no fear. For him truth is no more a choice. It is his breath…his food…his life…his attachment…his discrimination…his principle and his love.

Self contentment comes from continuous self understanding. Self understanding comes from self analysis. And self analysis comes from constant undisturbed self awareness.

Constantly ask yourselves, ”Am I happy to be this me? Do I understand myself? Am I content? What makes me content? What am I looking for in life and why? Do I respect the way I am? Do I believe in myself?”

The answers are within. The ways are within. The truth is within. For God has placed Himself in this universe where He is very reachable at all times in all situations…in your heart! Purity is the presence of God.

Spirituality is the process of cleansing. Self awareness is the tool. Self realization is the last step of the cleansing. Beyond that last step there are no more words. No one has yet spoken of that…the one who reaches that has no more to say!
Part of the book: 'Inspiring Thoughts'
By Seema M. Dewan
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Q521

What is Nirvikalpa Mounam?



When the buddhi is tranquil, Santhi envelops man; he is immersed in Tejas, splendor; he is in the Akhanda paripurna Ananda.  This stage is also called Nirvikalpa, the Nirvikalpa-mounam.

(Prashanti Vahini, pg 67-68)

Steady Flame

Permanent Happiness

People should realize that human birth has been given to them to lead ideal lives.  Good qualities enable one to lead a good life.  But even for the good life, a price has to be paid.  That price is good conduct.  This means that you derive the happiness that results from a good life only when you discharge your duties.  Pleasures are of two kinds : temporary and lasting.  Permanent happiness can be got only by performing your duties.  First, do your duty and then enjoy the fruits.

(Sanathana Sarathi, February 1997, pg 30)

My Darshan 2

GEM 796

Abandon selfishness and pursue the welfare of others and attain Paramartha (supreme goal).

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

Desire For God

Through The Eyes Of Love

I keep my ideals because in spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.

- Anne Frank

The more loving I am to others, the more of God's love I am letting move out into the world through me.  My heart beats with the rhythm of divine love so that my actions are in accord with the loving actions of others.  Together we are praying for and working towards bringing more love into the world.

My first step is to take a closer look at my own attitudes and beliefs.  Through eyes of love, I see what adjustments need to be made and then follow through with the divine guidance I receive in making those changes.

Now I am ready to accept other people just as they are.  There is so much beauty and diversity in all humankind, and with my acceptance, I am truly beholding everyone through the eyes of divine love.

The love of God within me brings harmony to all my relationships.

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