One question was asked by the student to his Guru. The question was asked by Narendra to Shri Ramakrishna. Narendra asked Shri Ramakrishna that how many souls are there? What Narendra use to believe was, as many people those many souls. Because he heard that when someone dies, it’s been said that may his/her the …
Teacher and his disciple… Rabiya Basri was the Guru. A disciple came to her and asked her, “Why is a Murshid, a Guru important?” Rabiya Basri said, “I talk to Allah. A Guru communicates with Allah. You also receive answers, but you are unable to perceive them as you are engrossed in the world. Whenever I talk to Allah, I say, ‘please make friendship with this person as well.’ Allah says, ‘I am already …
In Hanumana Chalisa, it is said, “Aur Devta Chitta Na Dharahi, Hanumat Se Sab Sukh Karahi.” When we think about any desires, anyone can grant them. Demigods can fulfill our desires, Guru does not give things, which can hinder our spiritual progress. Guru only provides things that demolish the ego (maan ka hanan). We may think that the above-mentioned notion is contradictory. …
In Hanumana Chalisa, it is said, “Aur Devta Chitta Na Dharahi, Hanumat Se Sab Sukh Karahi.” When we think about any desires, anyone can grant them. Demigods can fulfill our desires, Guru does not give things, which can hinder our spiritual progress. Guru only provides things that demolish the ego (maan ka hanan). We may think that the above-mentioned notion is contradictory. …
A disciple came to Thakur Ji and asked, “What’s this illusion?” Thakur Ji peeped into the disciple’s eyes and replied after a minute, “Delusion is like algae, which you see on the surface of ponds.” The disciple said, “How to get rid of this illusion?” Thakur Ji said, “Separate the algae and you can see the clear water.” The disciple said, …
A saint named Samarth Ramdas used to chant the name and participate eagerly in holy prayers. But, later, he began remaining silent in prayers. He often made sure that his disciples chanted the name, with due lip-synching. Whenever he found a disciple not chanting, he often punished him, though in a mild tone. One day, …
We all are aware of why we celebrate Prakash Parv. Baba Nanak guided millions that all paths lead to the same destination. In Satyuga, it was child’s play to realize Sat, as Sat means the soul. As Tretayuga commenced, Rama descended. It became difficult to realize the Sat. You have to walk backward to realize the Sat. In Dwaparyuga, difficulties persisted. But, in Kaliyuga, you have to walk forwards to reach Satyuga. It is easy to walk …
There were three laughing saints in ancient China. Just like laughing Buddha! They did nothing. They used to go to the center of any town and laugh in the city square. Even people assembled around them and laughed in a chorus. They laughed in the square every day but never said a word. People began loving …
Once upon a time, there lived a sailor. He used to pray to God always, before beginning his voyage. That day, he was traveling with a group of youngsters. Seeing him praying to God, the youngsters mocked him and said, “Why is he praying? There is no problem hovering on heads. Is it? Is there …
Once upon a time, there lived a sailor. He used to pray to God always, before beginning his voyage. That day, he was traveling with a group of youngsters. Seeing him praying to God, the youngsters mocked him and said, “Why is he praying? There is no problem hovering on heads. Is it? Is there …