59.A. Seeing Rama Everywhere
After realising Shri Rama was the supreme reality embodied in human form, Sati initially felt uncomfortable but then felt as if all worries and burdens had been lifted from her shoulders. ‘Why did I ever question the words of Shiva?’ She asked her self silently, as she turned to leave the forest, through the grace […]
59. Ramacharitmanas: The Greatest Religion is Compassion
The sages were enthralled by the faith exhibited by Sati (Bhavani), they bowed their heads at her feet and said, ‘You and Lord Shiva are the mother and father of the Universe.’ They experienced blissful feelings as they departed from the forest where she was practising her austerities. As they wondered through the forests speaking
58.A. The Story of Sati and Shiva
Continuing our journey through the Manas, we see through the eyes of Lord Shiva, who speaks of Shri Rama. Of course, in reality there is no difference between the too, but the Ramcharitmanas is the tale for expression of Love for Rama, it is a devotional text intoxicated upon on Rama, and therefore even Lord […]
58. Unshakable Faith
The difference between the individual soul and God cannot be described by words, similarly the difference between the Shiva and Vishnu is difficult to comprehend. Shiva is the all powerful aspect of the divine, bestowing an ocean of benevolence upon the devoted. He is the embodiment of intelligence, truth, happiness and bliss. Roaming the […]
57. Purifying Yourself
Holy men would never drink wine, even if the water was taken from the river Ganges. The same wine however, if poured into the Ganges becomes purified.Many religious scriptures of the world prescribe ‘mantras’ and people chant them to for worldly success, marital partners, fame, and all number of objectives, but are we missing the point? Are […]
56. On Being Truthful
Sati did not reveal the entire truth to Lord Shiva. When he asked her how she tested Shri Rama, she responded that she hadn’t, but she went in disguise before him to see if he could recognise her. What made her lie? only her mind knows.Even water when combined as milk, can be sold as […]
55. Happy Akshaya Tritiya
Today we celebrate Akshaya Tritiya. This festival holds great significance for me, our Go Dharmic Welfare Foundation and the world at large. It is a festival where we celebrate the divine fulfilment of our desire to serve. It is my desire that one day, our Foundation will be a an eternal boon to this world, a […]
54. He Who Serves God
“After so much tapasya I have understood this as the highest truth: God is present in every being. There is no other God besides that. He who serves all beings serves God indeed.” ~Swami Vivekananda
53. Parashurama
Several princes were still present, watching the victory celebrations. Out of a burning desire and lust for Sita they looked on in jealousy. One after another they got up from their thrones slowly–their minds still furious–each plotting various evil schemes. One called out: “Let’s kidnap the princess and take the two princes hostage. Who cares […]
52. How The Ramayana Will Nourish You
You will be well aware that it is stories which leave the biggest mark upon us. Rather than telling somebody that they should behave in a virtuous manner, a story teller with a tale illustrating the powerful effect of dharma through a story is far more convincing and will be remembered within the psyche of […]
