A disciple went to Swami Ramakrishna Paramhamsa and asked, “How many types of Gurus exist?” Thakur Ji said, “Firstly! Let me tell you about the types of doctors. Doctors of one sort, prescribe you some medicines, and.. his job is done. He never bothers if you take the medicine. A doctor of another sort examines you keenly and prescribes you the …
Maa Sharda Mani was the divine consort of Swami Ramakrishna. They were different physically, but Mother saw Thakur Ji as her Guru, and Thakur Ji saw Mother Kali in her. They had no physical relations. After Thakur Ji left the physical abode, his disciples felt hopeless. They went to Mother and said, “We can’t see any hope. Thakur Ji has left us.” Mother said, “Thakur hasn’t gone anywhere. He is within …
A conversation between Ramakrishna Paramhamsa and Swami Vivekananda. Narendra asked, “Can we find God by reading books?” In this conversation, Narendra meant holy books like Gita, Quran, Bible, and the rest. Thakur Ji nodded in no. Narendra asked the reason. Thakur Ji replied, “As you see an eagle, who flies high in the sky. It soars in the heights, but its sight rests on the prey on the ground. …
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 …