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Once there was a giant, a giant taller than all others. A giant who’s view of the world was a view of his world. He dominated all that lay before him. He was rich, proud, and powerful. And he loved food. All kinds of food. From the world…
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Don’t pretend that you are the follower of any religion, or don’t pretend that you are a head of any religion. Don’t pretend that your religion can save you, or anyone can save you! You can save yourself through this knowledge of the Self,…
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The name Ganapati immediately brings to mind the elephant-faced God, worshipped all over India irrespective of caste, creed, or religious beliefs. He is famous as the Vighnaharta, remover of obstacles, and is, therefore, worshipped before…
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In all of life's situations, we have a choice of action. And action can be of various types---accepting, escaping, fighting, denying, cooperating, compromising, giving in, giving up, letting go, surrender, or total resistance. All actions…
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As we look at our lives, we find that there are many activities and priorities that draw our attention during the day. Some among us are focused on tending to the needs of the body, others focus on building a career and livelihood, many…
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When they listen to what has been sent down to the Messenger, you see their eyes overflowing with tears, because of the Truth they realized. They say, ‘Our Lord, we believe, so count us among those who bear witness. (5:83)According to this…
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While performing kirtan or singing hymns soulfully, make it your duty to be thankful to God, and pray that you don’t feel tiredness of singing. ‘As I recite Your name let every cell of my body be electrified, every hair should stand at its…
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A cart can move only when two bullocks are yoked to it… when the bullocks are trained to pull carts and when they are used to the road on which they have to walk. Instead, if they are ignorant of the process of pulling carts, if they have…
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Whether it is in listening to the rhythm of the falling rain, feeling the cool of a winter breeze, watching the snowflakes fall and glisten on the trees, or in witnessing the grain sprout, all the time we are experiencing god who speaks to…
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Many of us pray to God with faith, love, and devotion. We believe that our prayers will help us find God, will lead us to God. Unfortunately, this is not true. Prayer is very important indeed. It helps us to connect to God. It builds…
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