How can we strengthen our faith? Let’s see an event. Case 1- A mother monkey and a baby monkey: When the mother monkey walks or jumps from one tree to another, the baby monkey holds onto its mother. The mother does not hold her baby. The baby climbs on its mother’s back or grabs the …
Every Friday, the day of Juma, we go for Friday Congregation. Why? Juma means collection. What kind of collection? We need a day of rest once a week. In the Islamic world, people choose Friday. The day of rest should be something different from other monotonous days. What to do on this day? We pray together. United we …
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, …
Let’s go back to tretayuga, when Jambvant Ji said to Hanumana Ji, “You can do this dire task.” Those words changed Hanumana Ji’s life and he leaped across the ocean, as a messenger to Mother Sita. Jambvant didn’t give a potion, merely words, which made Hanumana Ji realize his inner potential. Now, let’s see another …
We can make a permanent connection with our soul. And, gradually, the journey from mind to soul ends… The thoughts disappear. You live in the present moment, and remain balanced…It is easy said than done!! Isn’t it? Prayer and Faith… Prayer (Praarthna) and Faith (Astha)… Whatever is best for us, He is doing through our bodies and …
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 …