We shall be drowned in the ocean of misery if we live in selfishness. A little straw in the river sinks down under a small weight. A log floats, though a crocodile may lie upon it. A selfish life is like the little straw which is unable to hold itself up against the burden of a little suffering. An unselfish man is like the log, though the monster of great misery be thrust upon him, he lives in serenity, wisdom and joy.
Read moreAutumn
The gentle autumn has arrived. Her very presence fills the heart with serene happiness. Tranquility composes the mind with calmness, a sublime stillness pervades the entire being with inexplicable beatitude, soul feels closer to one's own pure consciousness, and a contemplative attitude fills the whole environment with an inner spiritual well-being.a
Read moreSelf-Realization
So long as our unfoldment requires us to continue our existence in the world of manifestation, we must have two ideals. One is the relative and the other is the absolute ideal. The relative ideal demands that we provide for the objective aspect of life; whereas the absolute ideal inspires us to realize the highest state of perfection, which is oneness with God, or Self-realization.
Read moreNoble Qualities
I have discovered that man is fundamentally good and spiritual. In the innermost depth of his heart every man is kind and loving. This realization of the innate goodness of man has completely oriented my attitude towards my fellow beings. Today none can hurt me because I behold man in his spirit, and in his spirit man is good. Now my constant effort, under all circumstances, is to awaken man to his innate virtue and righteousness.
Read moreLiberation Through Work
What is Karma Yoga? It is Self-Realization in action; liberation through work; freedom by service. It is commonly called the path of action. In whatever state of self-expression we engage, that is action. We think, we love, we work. These are all actions. Karma Yoga is the regulation of all our actions in order that we may realize our innate spiritual perfection.
Read moreSymbol of the Palm
In the light of mysticism, the entry into Jerusalem symbolizes the journey of life, the pilgrimage of self-unfoldment which each of us must follow on the path of life. The life of Jesus sets forth a spiritual pattern which each of us must follow to walk on the path of God.
Read moreNine Stages of Self-Unfoldment
Self-realization is the highest goal of our life. We are irresistibly progressing towards that ultimate objective of our existence. In truth, through science, art, philosophy and religion we are drawing ever nearer to the realization of the full perfection and glory of God, our supreme Self. In the realization of our divine self we reach that state of self-perfection wherein we realize our identity with God and attain the realization that we are the absolute self.
Read moreLove is Soul
All possess love. We not only possess love, but we also have the spiritual strength to express it. To possess love is to manifest it. One whose heart is imbued with love can never hide it, for his whole being radiates it. Can a full-blown rose hide its fragrance? Then how can anyone ever conceal the sweetness of love? For love is sweeter than the rose
Read moreThat Indwelling Power
We intuitively know that within our innermost self abides the power of Spirit, the power which is so benign and efficacious that it must have its origin in God. When we become consciously aware of the presence of that indwelling power, a new inspiration quickens our hearts and minds.
Read moreOne God, Variously Called by Thy Devotees
Awaken us to the realization that this manifested universe Is but an infinitesimal part of thy stupendous whole. Let us realize that thou art the Brahman of the Hindus, Jehovah of the Jews, Christ of the Christians, Allah of the Muslims: One God, variously called by thy devotees.
Read moreAwakening
I was alone on the lonely mountain when I heard thy voice in the song of a spring bird. I opened my eyes and beheld thy form. I looked within and found thee in my heart. The light of the new dawn has touched my soul and I am awakened with the vision of thy all-pervading universality and thy transcendental infinity.
Read moreFive Ways of Meditation
Meditation is a very broad term in the field of philosophy and religion. It includes all righteous efforts of mind, heart and soul that lead to enlightenment, revelation and realization. Enlightenment is the result of the right comprehension of truth. Revelation is the result of the inner unfoldment of truth. Realization is the perfection of becoming one with truth.
Read moreThe Philosophy of Love
Love is eternally within us. We feel its presence; we know it exists in us; we realize its power; yet we are unable to express it in words. Who has ever succeeded in giving the fullest expression of love in words?
Read moreCosmic Vibration
“When the mind is absorbed by the cosmic vibration, AUM, then the power of understanding becomes pure, the mind remains established on the Self at the spiritual eye, and finally the Self is revealed.”
Read moreTwo Little Birds in the Self-Same Tree
There are both of these birds in man himself, the objective one with its business of life, the subjective one with its disinterested joy of vision.
Read morePainted by the Master Artist
Every object reveals God’s beauty and perfection. Do not close your eyes but open them in the singleness of spiritual vision that everything about you may reveal the reality of the Supreme Spirit.
Read moreThe Festival of Light
The Light of Light has arrived and is in touch with the souls of all souls. Each soul is a shining light; bring your luminous lamp of joy and happiness, and lend your ecstasy to the rapturous delight of all hearts.
Read moreThe Revelation of The Supreme Self
The awakened mind enquired: Reveal unto me, O power of introspection, the various states of consciousness passing through which the self comes to realize its absolute perfection, as its qualities aspire to overcome the accumulated impressions born of mind through its identification with the senses.
Read moreSix Basic Words of Religion
In religion there are specific words that signify particular truths. Right knowledge regarding the meaning and connotation of these words is vital to our spiritual life and the attainment of self-realization.
Read moreEight Aspects of Yoga
Yoga is the realization of God. It is the attainment of soul’s absolute oneness with the supreme Spirit.
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