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- Is it good to run behind money or success? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2024 from Dada BhagwanToday, the world is running behind in money and success like a thirsty person running badly in search of water while being lost in the desert. Rather than running behind money or success, if we pay more attention to bringing consistency and sincerity in our work, and patiently and honestly ...
Views: 150 - How do you free yourself from Fear and Attachment? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2024 from Dada BhagwanLord Krishna has said: “If one becomes Vitraag (a detached enlightened person), he will become fearless. When detachment (Vitraagata) is established, one becomes fearless.” Fear will continue as long as attachment and hatred exist. When the state of detachment is not there, fear abounds ...
Views: 168 - Is past life Karma evidence for our present life? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2024 from Dada BhagwanEvery aspect of our current life is a consequence of our deeds from our past life: the people we encounter, the things we are instinctively drawn to, and so on are the result of our intents and actions from that life. In the present life, you experience the results of past life karma in the ...
Views: 170 - Do we create our own destiny through our choices and actions? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2024 from Dada BhagwanToday, we will try and understand this through the teachings of the Enlightened One. Do we create our destiny through our choices and actions? Yes, we do! Whatever happens in this world is a result of Nature’s law – the law of cause and effect! We have made the cause and we are getting ...
Views: 187 - Why do some people in positions of power and authority use that power to exploit and harm others and how can we prevent this behavior? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2024 from Dada BhagwanIn today's world, where stiff competition, rivalry, envy, and constant uncertainty are everywhere, one common occurrence is that people in positions of power and authority tend to use that power to exploit and harm others. How can we prevent such behavior from happening at our end? Let’s ...
Views: 172 - How would you define the concept of 'soul'? Do you believe this definition accurately reflects our current reality? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThe Soul (Aatma) is best defined as ‘the Self’, our real Self “Atma means the Self. You may say, “I am John (you may insert your name here).” However, John is the name of the body. Should you not know ‘who am I’ in this body? It is that Self which you need to recognize... ~ Param Pujya ...
Views: 159 - Who are Durga Devi and Ambe Maa? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2024 from Dada BhagwanGoddess Ambika, also known as Durga Maa and Ambe Maa, is one of the Goddesses, who is worshipped and accepted by many religions in India. In West Bengal, Amba Mata is known as Durga Maa. She is also known as Amba Maa, Bahuchara Maa, Kalika Maa, Bhadrakali Maa, Maa Bhavani and many more ...
Views: 176 - How to Spiritually Cleanse Yourself? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2024 from Dada BhagwanHow do you spiritually cleanse yourself from bad deeds before dying? Is there a way to become pure within? Yes of course, there is! The Enlightened One explains: “Prayashchit” implies repenting over one’s committed sins. By doing repentance, the sins can be washed off. To clear off any ...
Views: 167 - Can spirituality reduce anxiety and improve life? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2024 from Dada BhagwanYes, spirituality can certainly reduce anxiety and improve your life Anxiety is a feeling of uneasiness, worry or fear. It is natural to experience an element of anxiety now and then. But when it becomes the norm and begins to affect the smooth functioning of our day-to-day life and our ...
Views: 174 - How can we quit alcohol dependence? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2024 from Dada BhagwanTo realize an addiction as one is the greatest thing ever! Addiction makes us dependent and poses a hindrance in achieving our goals. Hence, addiction is best when quit, especially if that is of alcohol. Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an Enlightened being, tells us that ‘to realize that an ...
Views: 188 - What are some of the issues and obstacles that can arise in the direction of spiritual realization? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThe biggest problem or obstacle on the path to spiritual realization is ignorance. When ignorance is removed, spiritual realization happens naturally! The root cause of all bondage is ignorance What is one bound by? One is bound by ignorance — Agnan and one becomes liberated through ...
Views: 182 - Does God really have a plan for everyone? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2024 from Dada BhagwanNo, that’s not true! Whatever karma one binds in this life creates ‘causes’, the results of which one experiences in the next life as ‘effects’. The whole world thus functions on the foundation of this karmic effect. And it is Nature that keeps everything and everyone organized; God does ...
Views: 184 - How to Stop Living in the Past? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2024 from Dada BhagwanInstead of living in the present, we live for the most part in our minds, cluttered with thoughts. These thoughts are related to our memories from the past. These memories are pleasant or unpleasant depending on whether we have an attachment or a hatred towards the subject. For example, instead ...
Views: 189 - How can spirituality assist us in navigating the ups and downs of life? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2024 from Dada BhagwanSpirituality helps us navigate the ups and downs of life with complete acceptance, courage, patience, humility, love, joy and peace. Let’s understand how… Spirituality means Turning toward the Soul When there are ups and downs in our life, we suffer. There’s so much pain, unhappiness, ...
Views: 199 - Is it possible to succeed in Corporate and be Spiritual at the same time? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThrough the spiritual science of Akram Vignan, it is very much possible that one can succeed in the corporate field and be spiritual at the same time. First, one’s false belief of ‘I am this body and name’ breaks as one acquires the real knowledge of ‘who am I’. This happens because of the ...
Views: 196 - Is it possible to get enlightened without doing any spiritual practices or meditations? If so, how can one achieve it? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2024 from Dada BhagwanYes, it is possible in this era. Where other paths indicate one to do loads of meditations and numerous spiritual practices, there is a simple path that makes one experience the Self directly! Enlightenment is when one gains the knowledge of “Who am I” and “Who is the doer”. It’s a state ...
Views: 191 - How to Achieve Inner Peace Despite Life’s Challenges? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2024 from Dada BhagwanInner peace is missing to the point that even managing daily life seems like a challenge because of our emotional state of mind. We have emotions about everything: circumstances, people, and, most importantly, relationships. From an emotion arise thoughts. When these thoughts flow naturally ...
Views: 185 - How does the desire for revenge impact the way we live our lives? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2024 from Dada BhagwanWe often believe that exacting revenge is a form of emotional release and that getting retribution will help us feel better. But in fact, revenge has the opposite effect. Even though the first few moments feel rewarding in the mind, psychological scientists have found that instead of ...
Views: 196 - Can I fight my desire for sex with meditation? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2024 from Dada BhagwanParam Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an enlightened being, has propounded a detailed explanation of why and how celibacy is to be practiced with the right understanding. He specifies that the desire for sex may arise, but with the help of the right understanding, one can oppose it. Fighting against ...
Views: 179 - We are running after Material Happiness? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2024 from Dada BhagwanMost of us indeed tend to chase temporary happiness that stems from the acquisition or experience of material possessions such as gadgets, money, social events, home comforts, and other tangible items or from the five senses. The reason why people pursue temporary happiness is that not ...
Views: 180 - Why do we go to temples if Lord Krishna is everywhere? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThroughout the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna says He resides in every human being. Then, why do people go to temples to search for Him? Yes indeed! Lord Krishna resides in every human being! In which form must He be residing? In the form of a child (Bal Krishna) the one with the flute or any ...
Views: 210 - Is it true that only Lord Krishna gives us Moksha? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2024 from Dada BhagwanNo, it’s not… Lord Krishna has himself said, “It is tough to find the path of liberation (Moksha), but if one were to meet a Gnani Purush, then it becomes even easier than making khichdee (a dish that is easy to prepare).” Moksha is in your hand if you meet a Gnani! The Ones who are ...
Views: 201 - Why do we repent after we do something wrong? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThe interrogative title of our article is not only a staunch question on our humanity but also a deep inquiry into our soul integrity, which ultimately can be the path to our salvation if addressed properly. Before diving into the divine outcome of our quest, let us first reframe our question to ...
Views: 180 - Wise words from Adam Smith - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAdam Smith (June 5, 1723 – July 17, 1790) was a Scottish philosopher and economist who is widely considered to be one of the fathers of capitalism and economics. He was also a key figure of the Scottish Enlightenment. Below we list some words of wisdom from Adam Smith. “The first thing ...
Views: 229 - Can a Soul be destroyed? If not, why? If yes, then how? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2024 from Dada BhagwanI can neither be seen, sniffed, heard or touched, yet nothing will be “living” if I get flushed! ... Guess ... Who am I? Any guess?? Yes, it is the Soul or the Atma! As a human, we can perceive anything easily if our five senses- smell, touch, hearing, taste, and vision can ...
Views: 200(1 vote) - Is it true that we should not be attached to things? Does this belief have a spiritual basis or is it supported by scientific evidence? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2024 from Dada BhagwanYes, indeed, we should not be attached to things! When we say we should not be attached to things, it implies we should not be connected with material things such as the worldly things that our five senses enjoy; also material possessions, jobs, finances, etc. That gives us a sense of ...
Views: 203 - What is true and selfless friendship in the best sense? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2024 from Dada BhagwanIt is said that when Sudama, Lord Krishna’s childhood friend, went to pay him a visit at Dwarka, from Porbandar, he refused to ask for help… Sudama was a poor Brahmin, who had made a vow that he would never beg for anything. He would make do with whatever he would earn on his merit. But ...
Views: 188 - Have you ever experienced healing, either physically, emotionally, or spiritually through prayer? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2024 from Dada BhagwanI have found great solace and healing through prayers that I learned from the teachings of Akram Vignan. The teachings and principles of Akram Vignan have deeply resonated with me, leading me to a better understanding of myself and how to navigate through difficult times. Here, through prayer, I ...
Views: 204 - How can one find meaning in their Suffering if there is no specific reason for it? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2024 from Dada Bhagwan“Every action has an equal and opposite reaction”. This is not only Newton’s Third Law of Motion, but it also reflects the fundamental truth regarding suffering. What is suffering? Simply put any stress or distress on our mental and physical well-being can be regarded as suffering. The ...
Views: 197 - Wisdom of Soren Kierkegaard - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSoren Kierkegaard (May 5th, 1813 – November 11th, 1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, social critic, poet, and religious author who many consider to be the first existentialist philosopher. He wrote critical works on organized religion, morality, ethics, psychology, and the philosophy of ...
Views: 227 - Wisdom of Soren Kierkegaard - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSoren Kierkegaard (May 5th, 1813 – November 11th, 1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, social critic, poet, and religious author who many consider to be the first existentialist philosopher. He wrote critical works on organized religion, morality, ethics, psychology, and the philosophy of ...
Views: 216 - Is it possible to prevent Karma from affecting you by repenting and performing good deeds? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2024 from Dada BhagwanYes, it is possible to prevent karma from affecting us through hearty repentance and doing good deeds that are devoid of selfish motivation. Every one of us is affected by our karma. These karmas were sown in the past life and in this life, they have their effects. Good deeds will give us ...
Views: 196 - Is it possible to prevent Karma from affecting you by repenting and performing good deeds? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2024 from Dada BhagwanYes, it is possible to prevent karma from affecting us through hearty repentance and doing good deeds that are devoid of selfish motivation. Every one of us is affected by our karma. These karmas were sown in the past life and in this life, they have their effects. Good deeds will give us ...
Views: 198 - Do I need to help everyone back who helped me if I didn't return their help in the next life? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2024 from Dada BhagwanIn summary, the Bhagavad Gita says about karma that every action we take has an effect or a result, and we subsequently reap the benefits or drawbacks of our actions. To be united with any action as in ‘I am doing’, will incur an effect. Effects will follow one into one's future life. Now, ...
Views: 171 - Is success in life determined by karma or fate (destiny)? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2024 from Dada BhagwanSuccess in life is determined by karma and karma only determines our fate or destiny. If success is in our destiny, we have merit karma in our stock which shall give its result when the time is right. We sowed these merit karma in our past life, and when the time is due to give its fruit, the ...
Views: 199 - Without accepting someone as a guru, can we gain spiritual enlightenment simply by reading scriptures or listening to lectures? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThe simple answer is No! One cannot gain spiritual enlightenment by simply reading scriptures and listening to lectures. We may gain some understanding at the intellectual level, but one needs a living Enlightened being (Gnani Purush) to enlighten one’s Soul. To gain liberation, one needs a ...
Views: 172 - Is it possible to practice non-desire while still having a desire for Enlightenment? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2024 from Dada BhagwanYes, it is possible. On the contrary, it becomes easier to practice non-desire when one has a strong desire for enlightenment. At a later stage, when one is about to attain full enlightenment, the desire for enlightenment also wanes off. But that’s a later thing, enlightenment begins from the ...
Views: 185 - Wisdom of Charles Babbage - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloCharles Babbage (December 26, 1791 – October 18 1871) was an English philosopher, inventor, mechanical engineer, and mathematician. He is known for inventing the first mechanical computer and is considered the “father of the computer.” Below we list some words of wisdom from Charles ...
Views: 247 - Can a person who has attained Moksha still have attachments to their loved ones? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThe journey of life, from birth to death, is simply predetermined with respect to one’s karmic account. Karmic accounts are generated through ignorance and accumulated karma through many births. Due to this Karmic account, a person feels secure with their loved ones (raag) and the same person ...
Views: 213 - What is the definition of "Enlightened" or "Very Spiritual"? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2024 from Dada BhagwanEnlightened is One whose Soul is awakened and Spiritual means turned towards the Soul! The Soul is the real Self. However, due to ignorance, we are not aware of this real Self. And hence, in life after life, we believe the worldly self only to be the real Self. This belief of, ‘I am John ...
Views: 202 - In order to advance in Spiritual life, is a Spiritual Master necessary, or can I follow scriptures and lead a Devotional life? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2024 from Dada BhagwanBy reading scriptures, one can develop and rise to a higher level, but only to a certain extent. A guide is required throughout our life, be it in the form of parents, teachers or a Spiritual master. Just like if you want to study, you need a teacher, in the same way, a spiritual master is ...
Views: 183 - Spiritual Insights: The Deeper Meaning of Toothaches - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2024 from Krishan KumarToothaches are typically seen as a straightforward dental issue, a signal from the body that something is amiss with our teeth or gums. However, for those who explore the mind-body connection, the phrase "toothache spiritual meaning" suggests a more profound interpretation. It proposes that ...
Views: 254 - Reasons behind Marital problem - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2024 from Dada BhagwanHusband and wife are two unique individuals owning different personalities, who decide to unite for a lifetime and become one when tied in the knot of marriage! They become life partners and together share their pleasures and pains in life. The couple begins their new journey with a lot of ...
Views: 215 - Wisdom of George Berkeley - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloGeorge Berkeley (March 12, 1685 – January 14, 1753) was known as Bishop Berkeley (Bishop of Cloyne of the Anglican Church of Ireland) and was an Anglo-Irish philosopher. His primary achievement was the advancement of a theory he called "immaterialism", which says material substances are ideas ...
Views: 254 - Does our Faith require us to do something to attain our salvation or is Faith enough? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2024 from Dada BhagwanParam Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an Enlightened being, says, “Faith does not come by force; it arises spontaneously. Faith develops automatically when you have experienced some result, you have benefited in some way or you have experienced some change within yourself. You do not need to keep faith, ...
Views: 195 - What are the signs of an Enlightened Person? How can we tell if someone has reached a high level of Spiritual Attainment or not? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThe signs of an enlightened being (Gnani) who has reached a high level of spiritual attainment are outstanding and distinct, and they are of such supreme quality that they stand out immediately: - Nothing in this world that we have experienced so far can come even close to what we experience ...
Views: 203 - Can Ego and Love exist together? What is the difference between Soul and Ego? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2024 from Dada BhagwanNo, ego and love cannot exist together. Loving someone in the presence of the ego will mean love that is forever changing, it becomes subjective, based on a selfish give and take, and there’s a constant fault-finding taking place which could result in a burst of the worst in you or even ...
Views: 211 - Soul Connections - Understanding the Spiritual Implications of Romantic Dreams - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2024 from Krishan KumarDreams often act as a mirror to our inner mind, exposing our concealed desires, unresolved issues, and deeply rooted emotions. Among the many types of dreams, romantic dreams about the same person occurring repeatedly hold a special significance. These dreams can evoke a range of emotions and ...
Views: 238 - How do we learn to trust our own intuition and guidance on our spiritual journey? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2024 from Dada BhagwanIntuition is the direct light of the Soul. When we have a problem or seem to be confused regarding some matter, while we are sitting silently and are in steadiness, all of a sudden we get a flash suggesting the path ahead. This is called intuition. On our spiritual journey, depending on ...
Views: 225 - Health benefits of Yoga. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2024 from Dada BhagwanPeople these days have become a lot more aware about incorporating yoga in the daily routine. Reason being, there are numerous physical, mental and spiritual benefits we gain from yoga. Yoga is a spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which includes breath control, simple meditation, ...
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