The purpose of human birth is realized only, when an individual gains spiritual knowledge, which puts an end to rebirth. Self –realization is the ultimate purpose of our existence here and it should be achieved before we leave this world. Liberation is not only the fruit of spiritual quest but also attainment of metal peace and eternal joy, even while living in this world. Remember always- human birth is a rare opportunity given to us by the Almighty, GOD and one should strive to realize this goal in this life, without wasting it just in materialistic pursuits. The first step towards reorienting oneself to this objective is to develop discrimination between what is essential, important and permanent what is not in life. This enables the seeker to remain focused, when his mind is swayed by sensory attractions of this world. The truth is only very people developed the urge to strive for liberation. In ‘’Bhagavan Gita’’ (song of God), Lord Krishna clearly mentioned, "Hardly one among thousands of men strives to realize Me’’. He also stated that ‘’of those striving Yogis (devoted persons), again, some rare one (devoting himself exclusively to God), knows Me in reality’’. This hard fact is difficult to swallow and also depressing, but this should be taken in the right spirit, for it is not to dissuade a person from striving for liberation, that the lord has said this. It is to reinforce that one that develops even some interest in spiritual life, must consider himself lucky enough and to strive more seriously. Many spiritual seekers start earnestly, but with so many distractions in worldly life, get diverted along the line. Hence the determination to persist till the end must be … [Read more...]
Satya Sai Baba Teachings about righteousness
Sathya Sai Baba Teachings: Sri Satya Sai Baba says that DHARMA (righteousness) purifies the mind and leads to GOD. It creates a taste for the name and the form of GOD. For example when you love the name form of Lord Krishna (any other name of GOD), you will naturally respect and obey the Commands of Krishna found in the Bhagavad-Gita (songs of the GOD). Have the name on the tongue and of GOD in your eye, and then the demon called AASA (DESIRE), wilfully from your mind, leaving the joy content with in. This kind of constant dwelling on the indwelling GOD makes you to love human beings. You will then see only well in others. Whatever the holy books you read, Sadhanas (Religious practices) you do and pilgrim centres you visit, until you get rid of the impurities in your mind in the heart, the life given by GOD becomes worthless and useless. Those whore pure in heart and mind, shall see the GOD. First practice yourself, before you preach to others. People only will follow those who speak out of personal experience. Strive to acquire the grace of GOD which is the reward of Sadhana (Worship). The highest form of worship is to follow the instructions of the Master (GOD). God says that any institution or any individual engaged in practising DHARMA belongs to Me. God dwells in those who do well, speaks well and thinks good. Man has to become aware his genuine Nature. Genuineness consists in being true to the deepest core. Man should be truthful in thought, deed and word. Otherwise there is no difference between him and animal. Animals are without thought and speech. Dharma is the measure of Gnana (Wisdom). Gnani (Enlightened man) has the highest moral character … [Read more...]
